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Old 13-04-2007, 09:49 PM in reply to adamberry's post starting "That's why we're not England selectors..."
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Originally Posted by adamberry
Personally, I would rather see "county stalwarts" selected ahead of youngsters who are not ready for International cricket - the likes of Mahmood, Broad et al. At least the stalwarts are less likely to get smacked for six an over than the youngsters.
There is some merit in that statement. I feel strongly that the likes of Broad should be no where near an international match for at least a year and a half. Although he has talent he's lacking a yard of pace and like Mahmood still bowls a four ball every over.

I've no problem with picking "stalwarts" just not the ones who either arent good enough or are past it.

Life would be very boring if we all agreed on everything and this discussion forum would be very quiet .
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