The Wicked Cricket Column

I would probably compare the top flight teams to our county 2nd XI. Of course there are some stand-out players in both but for Luke to break the club record is a huge achievement. 

That's me Bewitched, Bothered And Bewildered after battling with the Ticketmaster website but I'm 
All Right Now. Let's hope An old raincoat won't ever let you down if it pours on the night. 

(Note to Wicked Cricket: That's enough!)

Jofra Archer is rapidly closing in on the International bullseye writes Daily Mail cricket correspondent Paul Newman. Archer who
qualifies for England status in late March may well be fast-tracked into the side for the World Cup and could even be considered
for The Ashes.

Captain Eoin Morgan whose ODI side begins the tournament against South Africa on May 30th comments, "Jofra comes with a
big reputation. He's an extremely talented young cricketer." 

Sussex supporters have known for some while that Archer may rarely be seen at Hove this season, which only makes the task
of Division 1 promotion more difficult and places further pressure on the youngster seamers.

PS. It is interesting to note that Jofra Archer is regularly referred to as "an all-rounder". Yet, due to all his T20 commitments 
over the Winter, he has rarely had an opportunity to prove himself with the bat.

One notes Phil Salt is growing in confidence both on and off the field and is turning into a bit of a 'Cheeky Chappy.' 
May this continue.

Sad news to hear about the passing of Hugh Thomas. Such people are the backbone of Sussex cricket
and its continued success at all levels. One hopes there is someone to step in and fill his very large boots.

sussexcricket.co.uk/news/memoriam-hugh-thomas

Joe Root continues to be praised for his support of the gay community after his verbal fracas with Windies bowler 
Shannon Gabriel last week during the final and third Test in St Lucia.

The subject is covered in this latest Stumped podcast, but Alison Mitchell points out that while the ICC make it very
clear there is zero tolerance of racist or homophobic comments on the cricket pitch, there are a fair number of
countries where international cricket is played and where homosexuality is a criminal offence including West Indian
islands like St Lucia and others. Those convicted can face a prison sentence of between five and 10 years.

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