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Posted by Lloyd Birch on 07/07/2025 at 15:44

We have forgotten how to bat. Root excluded. 6 "ducks" batting on a road. Not good enough. This batting line up won't beat Australia. Time to select batsmen who can occupy the crease and don't give their wicket away!!!

Posted by Lloyd Birch on 07/07/2025 at 13:13

We have forgotten how to bat!!! Root excluded. 6 "Ducks" batting on a road. Disgraceful.

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