Masters of the middle overs

[Perm]

Originally Posted by Ash_A55

I personally think KP should open with Cook. But then again who am I to tell an Ashes winning coach who to put where. My reasoning behind it is, Cook could bat through and KP should, if he applys himself, have plenty of time at the crease. Without feeling the need to make up for the lack of runs the openers got.

I would not have KP anywhere near the opening slot, he may be doomed to a life of poor ODI performances if that happens.

[Richard]

Ditto.

So far as England are concerned, openers are openers in ODIs, and converting middle-order batsmen just doesn't work.

[Craig]

Originally Posted by alternative

Clarke imo is simply the best.

Originally Posted by Voltman

Better than all the rest?

Hahaha

That was gold

[Richard]

Originally Posted by alternative

Clarke imo is simply the best.

Originally Posted by Voltman

Better than all the rest?

Better than anyone.

Well, anyone I ever met, at least.