Brownie

It was obviously very unfortunate for the Kiwis but everyone knew the rules beforehand. And you can argue a few things in Englands favour as tie-breakers; England got more points and finished higher in the group stage. England battered NZ in the group stage. In the super over England didn’t lose a wicket whereas NZ did (to counter the argument about wickets lost at the end of 50 overs - i’m glad that’s not the rule anymore, I always hated it). NZ were just plain unlucky in how England got their runs towards the end of the 50 overs but overall I think the best team won the tournament.

Some of the refereeing there, fucking hell.

Just through playing mate, although i’ve only played 3 times this year. My handicap has gone from 22.3 to 18.6 in 3 rounds, I’ve just played really well on the day(s). I’ve never had a lesson, not sure I want my swing dissecting!

The thing is, he was doing the right thing defensively, made Warrington miss loads but then just threw single shots and held. If he’d countered with combinations and been more offensive then people would have been a bit more accepting of the spoiling tactics. He made it into a terrible scrap though and people don’t like that.

Rohit Sharma is quality. Before the start of the tournament it looked like the top 4 would be England, India, Australia and New Zealand and it’s going to that script. Either of those sides could win it but I think it will be India.

We demand to see the evidence!

Ronald? Malcolm?

As for the US Open, the 3rd round was pretty boring, compared to the first two. The greens are getting really firm so it’s hard stopping the ball close to the flag so there was hardly any movement on the scoreboard (it’s supposed to be moving day). Rose hasn’t been hitting the ball that well but his short game and putting have been as good as i’ve ever seen from him. If his ball-striking is good tonight then he’ll win.

I played in my society last week and won again, 3 games 3 wins this season for me! I’ve been getting all of the bandit talk even though I played off 18 in the first one (when my handicap was 20) and played off 16 in the last two when my handicap was 19. I just played well to be fair. Those 3 rounds i’ve played to about 15 which is encouraging as i’ve always thought that’s about my level but my scores have been inconsistent and not reflected it. When my lad’s a bit older i’ll join a club and try to get it down lower.

Made up Galahad lost, he’s the reason it was a terrible fight to watch.

Superb as ever mate. Made up to see the comments about the two sets of fans mixing well. We stayed up all night partying and encountered a few Spurs fans and they were all sound as fuck and very respectful, as we were back. I love all of that shite, me.

I just wish all of these cunts would fuck off and join Change UK. All of these people who moan about the Labour party representing traditional Labour values... there’s a clue in there somewhere.

He’s boss at crosses apparently, over there they call him Mr Whippy.

Losing a final is depressing and maybe a few years ago I would have said yes to the question but now I would say no. I’ll never forget the City and Roma games from last year and i’ll never forget Barca at home this year. Winning the cup is the cherry on the icing of the cake of course but I can’t just forget and ignore the amazing journey on the way to the final. It’s the same with the league this season. We didn’t win it but 97 points is ridiculous. Some of the games at Anfield will live with me forever; Divocks Derby goal, Spurs late winner, 2nd half against Chelsea, beating Utd, battering Arsenal etc.  It’s been an amazing season and winning on Saturday would cap it off brilliantly. If we don’t win it will hurt like fuck but we just have to go again, there’s no alternative.

It also amazes me why people even bother trying to converse.