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Originally Posted by flanflinger  The problem is that Flintoff's form with the bat has been so patchy, I wonder if contribute is the right word, and as far as the injury goes, I would like to see how he copes in County Cricket first.
Please read what I am saying -
4. But I feel he needs to spend a few months in County Cricket - probably for the NZ series - to prove that he deserves his place in the team. |
That's all fair enough, especially point 4, but all I'm saying is that scoring 100s regularly shouldn't necessarily be a condition of his return.
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Originally Posted by Milo When Australia had a good enough bowling line up to play four bowlers, Martyn batted at 6. Before this, Ponting batted at 6 (or Bevan, Blewett) It was only when they lost to England (partly due to their bowlers conceding 400 in first innings) that they decided they needed an all-rounder. |
Right- but you're not seriosuly comparing Australia's bowling strength back then to England's now, are you? England need an allrounder who can take wickets far more than an extra batsman IMO.