Surrey news/articles

by **Fists of Fury** Tue 01 Nov 2011, 10:32 am

First topic message reminder :

Hi guys

Just a quick one to let you know that I have spoken with All Out Cricket regarding the amount of Surrey fans we have here at 606v2, and they're going to look to provide any Surrey related blogs/news/articles that they have to this section. Given that their office is located near to the Oval, they often chat with the Surrey guys and as such get some good interviews, so hopefully they can get some of those across here for you fellas to get your teeth into.

Cheers

by guildfordbat Wed 19 Jun 2013, 9:35 am

Hi Chichester - hope you had a good time on hols. You were lucky this year at least with the Guildford weather - Friday morning was a complete washout. I had turned up early (when it was still dry and the weather forecast was promising a glorious sunny day) with some friends for a Woodbridge Road cafe "full works" breakfast before play wearing just a T shirt, shorts and flip flops. With no coat and nothing else to wear, I felt and clearly looked a "right plonker, Rodney" as the heavens opened. For reasons of warmth and vanity, I ended up spending 35 notes on a Surrey fleece from the temporary shop inside the ground!!

I understand Pietersen will play this week against Yorks. Wouldn't be surprised to see Dunn or one of the other youngsters called up to the squad.

by guildfordbat Thu 20 Jun 2013, 2:44 pm

guildfordbat wrote:Hi Chichester - hope you had a good time on hols. You were lucky this year at least with the Guildford weather - Friday morning was a complete washout. I had turned up early (when it was still dry and the weather forecast was promising a glorious sunny day) with some friends for a Woodbridge Road cafe "full works" breakfast before play wearing just a T shirt, shorts and flip flops. With no coat and nothing else to wear, I felt and clearly looked a "right plonker, Rodney" as the heavens opened. For reasons of warmth and vanity, I ended up spending 35 notes on a Surrey fleece from the temporary shop inside the ground!!

I understand Pietersen will play this week against Yorks. Wouldn't be surprised to see Dunn or one of the other youngsters called up to the squad.

JimBob - what ya doing? Where's the new thread and my round of applause? ;-)

by jimbobgooner Thu 20 Jun 2013, 2:55 pm

thread up guildford Cool

and round of applause for the 2nd #itk of the week Wink

by guildfordbat Thu 20 Jun 2013, 3:47 pm

JimBob -

by Corporalhumblebucket Mon 24 Jun 2013, 10:10 pm

Roy in good form for 2nd XI. Ansari also had a fine match against Essex in 2nd XI 40 over match, scoring 37 and then taking 4 - 19 in eight overs. Meanwhile the Burger Van also took his first wicket for Surrey this season in that match (1 - 14).

by Corporalhumblebucket Tue 25 Jun 2013, 11:10 pm

Sibley got 63 for the 2nd XI against Essex.

by Corporalhumblebucket Wed 26 Jun 2013, 9:42 pm

Tremlett says he is ready to play for England in the Ashes.... Shocked

Wonder whether England agree!

by jimbobgooner Wed 26 Jun 2013, 9:46 pm

gary kirsten has been linked with the coaching job

by Shelsey93 Wed 26 Jun 2013, 10:52 pm

Given the selection of Rankin for the T20s and the Essex squad, I think England's management are definitely keen to have a tall, aggressive pace bowler in their ranks. At home its probably just as cover for Finn but in Australia I could see them playing a major role.

I suspect Rankin has edged ahead of Tremlett at the moment but if he can perform at his best in county cricket I don't think England will hesitate to recall him.

by guildfordbat Thu 27 Jun 2013, 10:01 am

Shelsey93 wrote:Given the selection of Rankin for the T20s and the Essex squad, I think England's management are definitely keen to have a tall, aggressive pace bowler in their ranks. At home its probably just as cover for Finn but in Australia I could see them playing a major role.

I suspect Rankin has edged ahead of Tremlett at the moment but if he can perform at his best in county cricket I don't think England will hesitate to recall him.

Shelsey - I think you're absolutely right about Tremlett and England although the size of the "if" in your final sentence should not be underestimated, particularly as regards consistency and continuity. Tremlett is hardly pulling up trees for Surrey at the moment with his successes tending to be occasional and useful rather than regular and outstanding.

Mike also made a good point the other day in his "Woakes post" about the considerable difference between 4 day county matches and 5 day Tests. That is pertinent to Tremlett's case, especially as his workload still needs to be carefully managed in the CC game. Anyone who saw him field last night will realise that his mobility remains restricted as I've droned on about before.

That all said, I do get the vibes that England think he's getting nearer to playing again for England than Surrey do. If that's right, I would fear hopes are being put before reality.

by guildfordbat Sun 07 Jul 2013, 10:11 pm

Saw some of the second XI three day Championship match between Surrey and Middlesex at Guildford last week.

A poor first two days by the home side but a tremendous rally on the third to almost pull off what would have been an incredible win. Sadly, we lost by 11 runs with only about 3 overs left.

Middlesex made 400-7 declared thanks largely to 162 from the calm and in control Simpson plus an 80 from the more aggressive Gubbins (great name!). Gubbins should have been out for only a handful but a boundary catch was shelled and went for 6 off the unlucky Winslade who looked a decent prospect. Edwards was probably the best of the bowlers and took a couple of wickets as did Keedy and Linley. Jewell got the other. Skipper Harinath didn't ask the Burger Van for a delivery until over 200 was on the board and then he coudn't serve up a wicket.

Our first innings was stuttery and pretty feeble as we were dismissed for 194. The lack of batting depth illustrated by Linley going in as high as six in both innings. Winslade top scored with 47 and Harinath made 39. Young pace bowler Podmore took the honours with 4-14 off about 15 overs whilst fellow quick Helm looked sharp and bagged a couple.

Middlesex didn't enforce the follow on with the buzz being that they wanted to give Robson another bat. If that was the reason, it didn't work as he again went fairly cheaply. London top scored this time with 50 and they declared on 190-5. With the aid of 2 catches from Jewell, the Burger Van got a brace whilst Edwards, Jewell and Allen,a very young looking slow bowler, each got one wicket.

That left us all of the last day and 96 overs to get 397 for victory. After 15 minutes, we were 5-2 and wondering if the match would last much beyond lunch with Harinath and Sibley back in the hutch, the latter for his second single figure score of the match. Jewell and Akhil Patel (brother of Samit and a trialist seeking a permanent contract) then both played splendidly in a stand of almost 200 which threatened to turn the game on its head. Patel made 88 whilst Jewell went on to record an impressive 138. Several useful double figure scores followed but not quite enough to take us across the line. Podmore got his second fourfer whilst London took three and Helm claimed a further couple. The only relative bowling disappointment for Middlesex was that Harris only managed 2 wickets in the match (1 in each innings). I think he was sufering a strain in the second innings as he disappeared after bowling about 6 overs.

For Surrey, a good and almost remarkable recovery which owed a lot to Middlesex not enforcing the follow on and a tremendous partnership between Jewell and Patel. However, we do appear to lack the strength in depth of Middlesex.

by Corporalhumblebucket Mon 08 Jul 2013, 1:10 am

Guildford - good write up, thanks. Gratifying tho it must be for the Viscount to be classified as a middle order batsman, it does indeed say something about the lack of depth in our 2nd XI batting.

by Carrotdude Fri 12 Jul 2013, 4:20 pm

Interesting that in the 2nd 11 finals day today Surrey have chosen to field a strong side including Roy, Wilson and (a touch controversially in my eyes) Maxwell. They've just won the semi final convincingly by about 85 runs, Curran took 3-21 and Maxwell got 4 wickets and 33 from 22 with the bat.

by Shelsey93 Fri 12 Jul 2013, 4:26 pm

Carrotdude wrote:Interesting that in the 2nd 11 finals day today Surrey have chosen to field a strong side including Roy, Wilson and (a touch controversially in my eyes) Maxwell. They've just won the semi final convincingly by about 85 runs, Curran took 3-21 and Maxwell got 4 wickets and 33 from 22 with the bat.

From a Middlesex perspective I'd say that selection is very controversial given that we have a 1st XI T20 game today and thus can't even play quite a few of the players that got us to finals day.

Still, Simpson is playing (and captaining) and Sam Robson is also involved. Interesting to note that Cameron Steel, a 17 year-old Aussie who has been playing for Somerset IIs this season, seems tobe playing for Middx. I guess there might be some kind of connection with Rogers/ Voges/ Robson which has seen him jump ship? Or maybe Somerset just cooled on him.

by Carrotdude Fri 12 Jul 2013, 4:36 pm

I think in the second XI you have to accept that at times for various reasons teams will field stronger sides, my only concern is with Maxwell as we've brought him in as a specialist T20 player for the main competition. I understand the reasoning will be to get him into form and give him more game time before the T20s start up again but I feel a little uneasy about it seeing as it's finals day and has taken the place presumably of someone who has played all the way through (although I hear Maxwell has played one other game of T20 for the seconds).

by Shelsey93 Fri 12 Jul 2013, 4:53 pm

Anyway, Jason Roy failed and Sibley has gone too. Surrey look comfortably the stronger of the teams on paper but who knows what can happen?

by Corporalhumblebucket Fri 12 Jul 2013, 7:20 pm

Middlesex need 43 off 3 overs with four wickets left.

by Corporalhumblebucket Fri 12 Jul 2013, 7:28 pm

16 to win off last over with Department store to bowl!

by guildfordbat Fri 12 Jul 2013, 7:43 pm

We win by 6 runs.

Very pleased for the likes of Jewell, Patel and Winslade but understand Shelsey questioning some of the selections (in particular Maxwell with no place for Dunn or Edwards).

by guildfordbat Sat 13 Jul 2013, 10:51 am

guildfordbat wrote:We win by 6 runs.

Very pleased for the likes of Jewell, Patel and Winslade but understand Shelsey questioning some of the selections (in particular Maxwell with no place for Dunn or Edwards).

Ice Man Berg seems to have lost his cool about this with a few twitter rants.

The Burger Van was also at Arundel but remained parked up and did no business.

by guildfordbat Mon 15 Jul 2013, 11:36 pm

I understand that Ricky Ponting will be capped by Surrey in the very near future. Recognition of an immense contribution at the Club from a world class player.

by Corporalhumblebucket Tue 16 Jul 2013, 10:13 pm

guildfordbat wrote:I understand that Ricky Ponting will be capped by Surrey in the very near future. Recognition of an immense contribution at the Club from a world class player.

Looks like victory for Guildford's campaign.... thumbsup

Meanwhile Curran scores 44 as 2nd XI beat Kent by 3 wickets today.

by Corporalhumblebucket Wed 17 Jul 2013, 9:13 pm

Yorks made very strong start against Derby at Chesterfield (367 - 2). Continues to look like Derby are doomed and there will be a fight between Surrey and Somerset to avoid the second relegation slot.

by guildfordbat Thu 18 Jul 2013, 4:18 pm

guildfordbat wrote:Saw some of the second XI three day Championship match between Surrey and Middlesex at Guildford last week.

... Winslade - looked a decent prospect.

Surrey Academy all rounder Jack Winslade has been named in the 15 man squad for England under 19s to play Pakistan and Bangladesh in a triangular tournament next month. Glad not to have jinxed him!

I would expect Winslade to be given some sort of senior contract with Surrey for next season.

Not surprisingly Dominic Sibley is also named in the same squad.

by jimbobgooner Thu 18 Jul 2013, 4:34 pm

Surrey trio Tim Linley, Gary Wilson and Arun Harinath have all penned new deals at the Kia Oval until the end of the 2015 season.
Seam bowler Linley and batsman/wicket keeper Wilson have both signed new two year deals whilst opening batsman Harinath has added a further year to his current deal
Very Happy

by jimbobgooner Thu 18 Jul 2013, 4:37 pm

kevin o'brien has signed for the next 3 flt20 games
hopefully he can do what maxwell couldn't

by guildfordbat Thu 18 Jul 2013, 5:13 pm

jimbobgooner wrote:Surrey trio Tim Linley, Gary Wilson and Arun Harinath have all penned new deals at the Kia Oval until the end of the 2015 season.
Seam bowler Linley and batsman/wicket keeper Wilson have both signed new two year deals whilst opening batsman Harinath has added a further year to his current deal

That's good news and deserved for all three.

I believe that others with contracts currently ending this year include:
* Lewis - should have no chance of a further contract;
* De Bruyn - will need to do something special in the next few weeks to stay on the payroll;
* Jewell - unlucky to have such few opportunities, guess he'll be moved on and could probably do a job for the likes of Leics, Gloucs and Derbys; and
* Tremlett - hmmm, tricky, he hasn't really done the business for us, might be a ''play for pay'' type deal (assuming he doesn't get a central contract which seems very unlikely despite England clearly remaining interested).

Unsure but Roy's contract might also be up this season. Not straightforward although I would be very upset if he went elsewhere.

by guildfordbat Thu 18 Jul 2013, 5:15 pm

jimbobgooner wrote:kevin o'brien has signed for the next 3 flt20 games
hopefully he can do what maxwell couldn't

Thanks, JimBob. Didn't know that. Interesting. We've certainly lacked momentum once Roy and Davies have been dismissed.

by guildfordbat Fri 19 Jul 2013, 11:17 pm

Corporalhumblebucket wrote:
guildfordbat wrote:I understand that Ricky Ponting will be capped by Surrey in the very near future. Recognition of an immense contribution at the Club from a world class player.

Looks like victory for Guildford's campaign....

Thanks, Corporal. Mission accomplished.

by guildfordbat Tue 23 Jul 2013, 5:29 pm

guildfordbat wrote:
Corporalhumblebucket wrote:
guildfordbat wrote:I understand that Ricky Ponting will be capped by Surrey in the very near future. Recognition of an immense contribution at the Club from a world class player.

Looks like victory for Guildford's campaign....
Thanks, Corporal. Mission accomplished.

I'm as sure as I can be that one more Surrey cap (or hat as Mrs Bat referred to it!!) will be awarded this season. Expect that to be extremely well received by the regulars here. censored

by Corporalhumblebucket Tue 23 Jul 2013, 8:47 pm

guildfordbat wrote:I'm as sure as I can be that one more Surrey cap (or hat as Mrs Bat referred to it!!) will be awarded this season. Expect that to be extremely well received by the regulars here.

I thought the Brain already had a cap? Very Happy

by Shelsey93 Thu 25 Jul 2013, 11:53 pm

A few snippets from tonight:

- JP Duminy's availability is now in doubt, according to Surrey journalist Marcus Hook. I don't know any more than that but expect to read more about it in one of his publications.

- Kevin O'Brien's stay at Surrey will be very brief. After tomorrow's game he flies to the Caribbean, presumably with Ponting. That will mean he won't be available for the knock-outs either.

- Speaking to Surrey journalists at this game and the two I covered at The Oval a few weeks ago it is fair to say there isn't a lot of love for Adams. Difficult to work with apparently as well as the obvious issues. Some disquiet too about his rather hefty pay-off.

by jimbobgooner Fri 26 Jul 2013, 2:46 pm

the viscount hits 98 not out yesterday against somerset for the Second XI to salvage a draw Shocked

by guildfordbat Fri 26 Jul 2013, 5:14 pm

jimbobgooner wrote:the viscount hits 98 not out yesterday against somerset for the Second XI to salvage a draw

Tremendous effort. Whatever the match and whatever his own role, the Viscount always gives of his best. His reward is getting nearer.

by guildfordbat Fri 26 Jul 2013, 5:30 pm

Shelsey93 wrote:A few snippets from tonight:

- JP Duminy's availability is now in doubt, according to Surrey journalist Marcus Hook. I don't know any more than that but expect to read more about it in one of his publications.

- Kevin O'Brien's stay at Surrey will be very brief. After tomorrow's game he flies to the Caribbean, presumably with Ponting. That will mean he won't be available for the knock-outs either.

- Speaking to Surrey journalists at this game and the two I covered at The Oval a few weeks ago it is fair to say there isn't a lot of love for Adams. Difficult to work with apparently as well as the obvious issues. Some disquiet too about his rather hefty pay-off.

Thanks for that update, Shelsey.

Marcus knows his onions so I'm sure his doubts about Duminy are justified. That tallies with difficulties cited by the Club's management at a recent members' forum about signing overseas players. Not too surprised.

Meanwhile, the excellent Guildford based cricket writer Richard Spiller has suggested in today's Surrey Advertiser that Stuart Meaker may need an operation on his left knee which would keep him out for the rest of the season. A decision is expected in the next ten days when his current course of treatment ends. Sensible words from acting boss Alec Stewart: ''We want to get him right because he is such an important bowler but any decision will be taken with his best interests rather than just trying to patch him up.'' Concerning for him and our bid to avoid relegation.

by jimbobgooner Sat 27 Jul 2013, 12:34 am

guildfordbat wrote:
jimbobgooner wrote:the viscount hits 98 not out yesterday against somerset for the Second XI to salvage a draw
Tremendous effort. Whatever the match and whatever his own role, the Viscount always gives of his best. His reward is getting nearer.

if the cap fits Wink

by Corporalhumblebucket Sat 27 Jul 2013, 9:55 am

Could be a strategy to convert the Viscount into a bowling all rounder for the first team. Very Happy

by guildfordbat Wed 31 Jul 2013, 10:09 am

Although it's on the wrong thread (rather bizarrely the one about ''Dimi to retire at the end of the season''), there's an interesting post from Loverboy suggesting Nick Compton could be keen on joining Surrey. Apparently his Somerset contract is coming to an end and he is keen to return to the area.

I would expect us to be very interested. He certainly ticks many of the boxes on our ''wanted'' list. Worth watching to see if things do develop. Thanks, Loverboy.

by LOVERBOY Wed 31 Jul 2013, 10:41 am

Sorry about that, not sure how that happened.Possibly the captaincy on offer too?

by guildfordbat Wed 31 Jul 2013, 10:57 am

Lover - I can't see the captaincy being offered to Compton unless and until Smith is definitely unavailable. As far as I'm aware (and from what the Club's management have been saying), Smith is expected back at the start of next season. Do you understand differently?

by Shelsey93 Wed 31 Jul 2013, 11:49 am

Interesting. I'm not sure whether Compton would want to join Surrey although he would obviously be a good signing. I'd think there would be an offer to return to Middlesex if he did want to move from Somerset... I know his career wasn't going anywhere at the time he left but he is now a better player and the club are now much better managed.

Wrong thread, I know, but Jos Buttler and Jim Allenby are also believed to be keen on a move away from their current counties at the end of the season.

Meanwhile, Surrey 2nd XI have called up somebody called Marnus Labouchene. He is apparently of French/ Australian origin and came through an open trial held at The Oval. I challenge you guys to work out a knickame for him if he ever comes through to the 1sts!

by guildfordbat Wed 31 Jul 2013, 12:31 pm

Shelsey93 wrote:Interesting. I'm not sure whether Compton would want to join Surrey although he would obviously be a good signing. I'd think there would be an offer to return to Middlesex if he did want to move from Somerset... I know his career wasn't going anywhere at the time he left but he is now a better player and the club are now much better managed.

Wrong thread, I know, but Jos Buttler and Jim Allenby are also believed to be keen on a move away from their current counties at the end of the season.

Meanwhile, Surrey 2nd XI have called up somebody called Marnus Labouchene. He is apparently of French/ Australian origin and came through an open trial held at The Oval. I challenge you guys to work out a knickame for him if he ever comes through to the 1sts!

Shelsey - I would guess Compton will be keen on Division One CC cricket. If we go down this season, that will almost certainly count against us. However, if we do avoid the drop, I would have thought that Surrey might give him the fresh start he appears to be after with the added advantage of already knowing the area.

If you are writing about players moving on and being signed, the Surrey thread is as good a place as any to post! I'm not convinced we need another wicket keeper batsman. Buttler could give us 5 keepers in the batting line up (hoping someone questions that number! Wink

). I wouldn't be keen on Allenby - bread and butter Division Two player in my book.

Can't help with a nickname but did notice your source Marcus Hook tweeting about this new 2nd XI guy last night with Josh Green, the Cricinfo blogger and ''all things Surrey'' man. I liked Josh's comment that we need a big name and Marnus Labouchene is a very big name!

by LOVERBOY Wed 31 Jul 2013, 3:04 pm

Second Division cricket would obviouly not appeal to Nick who retains International ambitions,and at this moment in time that looks more likely at The Oval than Taunton.
One of the problems at Lord's was the constant reference to his Grandfather's legacy which is not likely to disapear should he return and is a burden he can do without.A fresh start at a new county would seem more appealing,given his impending marriage to Lady Kitty and a growing modelling career being based in the capital has many attractions,whilst he has demonstrated in the past his aversion to the bright lights and constant partying would not be the problem that other recent Surrey 'superstars' have experienced.
A determined and thoughtful character and deep thinker on the game,he would be ideal captaincy material should Smith be unable or unwilling to return.

by guildfordbat Wed 31 Jul 2013, 6:14 pm

LOVERBOY wrote:
A determined and thoughtful character and deep thinker on the game,he would be ideal captaincy material should Smith be unable or unwilling to return.

Agreed. I remember Nick Compton doing an impressive commentary stint with Mark Church in which he came across very well.

I just think that Surrey won't be able to dangle the captaincy carrot in front of Compton whilst they are so hopeful of Smith returning next season and leading us to the promised land (wherever and whatever that may be!).

by guildfordbat Fri 02 Aug 2013, 1:34 pm

Very interesting young squad named for today's YB 40 match against Essex. I'm sure JimBob will post full details a bit later and set up the usual thread. Thanks in advance, JimBob.

With nothing realistically to play for in this competion, some of the regulars are rested whilst several second team players have been called up including Sibley, Curran, Jewell, Burger Van and Clive; my guess is that the last two will miss out today but play against Scotland on Sunday. Particularly hope Jewell exorcises the ghosts from his last match at the People's Republic of Chelmsford in which he had a shocker (with pitiful support from captain Solanki who again skippers today) and we were stuffed out of sight.

I think the approach to this squad is absolutely correct and ties in with comments made by Alec Stewart at a recent members' forum about giving younger players a go without chucking them all in together.

Anyway, I'm off to watch now. Particularly looking forward to seeing how Sibley gets on.

by guildfordbat Fri 02 Aug 2013, 7:06 pm

Where's that slacker JimBob and his thread? Anyway, 223 off our 40. Classy knock from Solanki to get us back in business after the stuffing had been knocked out of us by the early loss of Roy and the injury to Sibley plus Masters' masterly miserly 8 overs on the reel.

Still think we'll need 10 wickets to win this. Just got one thanks to a great catch from Ansari.

by guildfordbat Fri 02 Aug 2013, 7:43 pm

Like the look of Curran.

by guildfordbat Sat 03 Aug 2013, 12:07 am

Comfortable win in the end for Essex as Bopara and Tendo went loopy from about the 30th over and spoiled in the process what would have been some reasonable bowling figures for our second string attack.

Thought Curran did well early on (0-17 off his first 4 over spell) maintaining a good line and length. Jewell seemed unlucky not to get a wicket - what appeared to be a "played on" off his bowling was adjudged to have hit the stumps off Wilson despite the keeper's vehement denials. Surrey tv might clarify although I fear it'll only show Wilson's back as filming is from the pavilion end and for this one needed to be from the press box.

by jimbobgooner Sat 03 Aug 2013, 2:49 pm

guildfordbat wrote:Very interesting young squad named for today's YB 40 match against Essex. I'm sure JimBob will post full details a bit later and set up the usual thread. Thanks in advance, JimBob. guildford work and going to the game meant i didn't have time to post the thread

Anyway, I'm off to watch now. Particularly looking forward to seeing how Sibley gets on.
lovely picture sibley posted of his injury on his twitter account

by Corporalhumblebucket Sun 04 Aug 2013, 10:14 pm

Relegation battle in cc Div 1 getting tighter. Derby have revived outside possibility of surviving with their win over Sussex. Meanwhile, Somerset look likely to get a draw with Notts, but are likely to get only 0 or 1 batting point - as well as their bowling points. Which gives Surrey a chance of doing something with their game in hand.

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