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Post by Wicked Cricket on Feb 23, 2017 10:38:47 GMT
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Post by northfan on Feb 23, 2017 11:16:31 GMT
The article in the link provided is dated 18 May 2008. Maybe the terms/contracts have changed since then? |
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Post by hhsussex on Feb 23, 2017 13:34:23 GMT
The article in the link provided is dated 18 May 2008. Maybe the terms/contracts have changed since then? Yes, it refers to the initial franchising at the beginning of the IPL and has since been completely superseded. The basic contract now adopted is for the amount headlined in the auction, or pro rata if the player appears in fewer games. That wouldn't change the "amount per ball" which is a classic bit of journalistic licence (£1.4 million divided by 408, that is 24 balls per game for 17 matches). I see no reason to call it fake news and am mystified why you think it "typical". Of course Mills will not see anything like that money, but that is standard commercial practice. Probably his agent will take 20% off the top, he may have to pay for his own travel, and insurance too, but he'll still receive a pretty good reward, and why not? Cricketer's careers are shorter than ever nowadays, opportunities have to be merited and Mills has risen to them pretty well. |
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Feb 23, 2017 15:17:25 GMT
Hhs,
I have done further research and found that in recent years the IPL terms have changed from 2008, so I apologise for my error and it
isn't fake news.
I used the word 'typical' because the BBC like other UK mainstream media outlets have been sucked into the controversies surrounding
American politics - in particular the recent hysteria over Russia eg. The hacking of the Vermont utility, a story which the BBC had up on
their website for over 12 hours - an article taken from the Washington Post - which was then retracted after it was discovered it was fake
news. So, I wasn't referring to cricket.
I, too, am delighted for Tymal Mills. Let's hope he invests the money wisely.
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Post by hhsussex on Feb 23, 2017 16:00:21 GMT
Thanks fluffy. Let's stay with the cricket, shall we?  |
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Feb 27, 2017 9:23:30 GMT
The Cricketer Magazine appear to have enjoyed reading the recent Jim May interview on this blog a few weeks back and are
publishing it on their website this week. So look out 'LA-LA Land' as they may print another feature instead!
There is an interview with May in the present March magazine issue but the context is quite different where focus surrounds the
20th Anniversary of the Members Rebellion.
Hard to believe but just 23 days to the first cricket at Hove - a 3 day friendly against Surrey (March 22nd-24th). FREE entrance
and a great chance to catch up with cricketing buddies not seen since last September.
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Feb 27, 2017 11:55:55 GMT
It was one heck of a last week for Sussex's former player Matt Prior. First, admiration for leaving cricket after his career-ending injury in 2015 and turning to a brand new professional sport (cycling) and making that successful. No cushy media job for him. No standing back on one's laurel's.  When Matt attended the Sussex CCC Players Awards Ceremony in September 2015 where both he and Mike Yardy were anointed the golden boys of more recent club history, I had never witnessed such a nervous Prior. A regular criticism over the last two years has been his consistent tweeting about cycling and little about cricket. But last week made up for all that. On Thursday, Prior along with over 200 former and present men and women England cricketers attended a very special dinner at Lord's where commemorative caps were given out as celebration of their International achievements. http://instagr.am/p/BQ3UFMFg2Ib www.ecb.co.uk/photos/336285Then on Sunday, Prior celebrated his 35th birthday which opened the door to a slew of personal cricketing nostalgia. Past film, video and articles of Matt's England and Sussex achievements were launched around social media as a timely reminder of just what a great cricketer he was and how his injury cruelly cut short what could have been many more years for club and country. twitter.com/MattPrior13?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor But let us not forget also there was a mischievous side to Prior. The jelly bean saga, the Lord's window incident, the BIG Cheese nickname and his run-in with Kevin Pietersen; alongside his instigation of the downfall of Mitch Johnson. www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/mitchell-johnson-matt-prior-instigated-england-fans-taunt |
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Feb 28, 2017 12:02:22 GMT
All Out Cricket have highlighted Chris Adams in their regular column entitled 'The Definitive'. While, an old story it is always good as a refresher. Chris recounts some of his defining moments as a cricketer to journo Ed Kemp when playing for Derbyshire, Sussex and England. A bit of gossip
 Talking to Tony Pigott recently I learnt the true reason why Chris Adams chose to move from Derbyshire to Sussex. It was a one hour conversation on July 30th, 1997, held at the Sandbach Hotel located between Nottingham and Derby, close to the M1 after the Natwest QF when Adams scored 129*. Pigott believes his passion and his vision of Sussex going forward prompted Adams to place the club at the top of the county tree. At the time, 14 counties wanted to sign him. Another factor being that while Pigott was only interested in Adams batting prowess, he told him that if Shane Warne turned down the Sussex captaincy, Adams would be appointed instead. Cricket Australiatempted Warne to stay at home during their winter with a massive financial bonus and the rest, as they say, is history. www.alloutcricket.com/features/the-definitive-chris-adams
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Mar 1, 2017 14:57:59 GMT
I am pleased to say a rumour I'd heard about Sussex CCC outsourcing their catering is true. The
contract with Centerplate, the new club caterer, begins today. More information to follow.
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Post by hhsussex on Mar 1, 2017 16:02:41 GMT
I am pleased to say the rumour about Sussex CCC outsourcing their catering is true. The contract with Centerplate actually starts today. More information to follow. The proof of the pudding...? And will the catering staff be redeployed or is this a cost-saving exercise all through? Your extra information will be much appreciated. |
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Mar 1, 2017 16:27:29 GMT
I am waiting to hear back from Centerplate while club catering manager, Kevin Berry, is emailing me some information.
The present catering staff are staying so the the customer service remains.
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Post by A.S. on Mar 1, 2017 16:30:40 GMT
I am waiting to hear back from Centerplate while club catering manager, Kevin Berry, is emailing me some information. The present catering staff are staying so the the customer service remains. And no doubt the catering staff will be delighted to find themselves employed by Centerplate. |
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Mar 1, 2017 18:17:26 GMT
I have just received an email from Kevin Berry. He writes:
Yes, they will cover all aspects, Helen, Paul, myself et al now work for Centerplate so all aspects you have enjoyed before will continue,
very little to no change, the catering function i.e. bookings etc. is still Helen and myself. Quality should be the same, although we always
try to improve so hopefully this will mean that the product gets better!
I have replied by asking:
Why was the decision made to outsource the catering? And how long is the contract for? And how does this
financially affect club catering revenues? Do you gain a percentage of the profits, for example?
I look forward to receiving his answer.
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Post by hhsussex on Mar 1, 2017 20:27:57 GMT
I have just received an email from Kevin Berry. He writes: Yes, they will cover all aspects, Helen, Paul, myself et al now work for Centerplate so all aspects you have enjoyed before will continue,
very little to no change, the catering function i.e. bookings etc. is still Helen and myself. Quality should be the same, although we always
try to improve so hopefully this will mean that the product gets better!I have replied by asking: Why was the decision made to outsource the catering? And how long is the contract for? And how does this
financially affect club catering revenues? Do you gain a percentage of the profits, for example? I look forward to receiving his answer. Good luck to Kevin, Helen, Paul et al. The testicularity count in their self-promotion is truly awesome: Centerplate is proud to create bespoke hospitality experiences for premier events and gathering places across the United Kingdom.
For all of our guests, across all the venues we serve, Centerplate remains committed to a single purpose:
Making it better to be there®
Our unique approach to hospitality makes the time people spend together more enjoyable, and more valuable.
For more than 85 years, we have been welcoming people to the moments that matter with award-winning hospitality, exceptional service, and one-of-a-kind guest experiences.
Yes, but how good are you at cooking and serving food at reasonable prices for a variety of customers? |
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Mar 1, 2017 20:47:33 GMT
Kevin Berry has kindly sent me another email. He writes:
As I am sure you can appreciate I am not at liberty to disclose the why’s and wherefores of the arrangement. I can give you the practical arrangements but nothing else.
We found out recently and switch over day is today. They seem like a good company, it is very much seen as a partnership between the club and Centerplate and, from a customer point of view it is very much business as usual.
I wasn’t here when it was last outsourced 10 years ago, although I was a frequent customer, I know it wasn’t great back then, I am satisfied that the standard will not go backward and you will not find huge price increases and pricing ourselves out of the market, the idea is to continue to grow the business, as we have over the last 7 years (non match has risen 8 fold in this time).
So now it’s all nose to the grind stone in prep for the new season, hope to see you down here soon.
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