brit1984 Posted May 11, 2012 Author Share Posted May 11, 2012 Maybe members would like to remind us of some of the problems / imperfections they have noticed in Thailand and other members (or maybe just me) can explain how cricket could be used to combat such issues What problems do you see in modern day Thailand? "Up to you" Who is 1st and 2nd Batsmen? Up to you Who is our medium fast bowler? Up to you And so on. The "up to you" attitude would be solved by the instant decision making (and clear communication of your view) required to survive when running between the wicket. Sent from iPhone; please forgive any typos or violations of forum rules Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brit1984 Posted May 11, 2012 Author Share Posted May 11, 2012 Does Thailand have any other imperfections? Sent from iPhone; please forgive any typos or violations of forum rules Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevjohn Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 (edited) Does Thailand have any other imperfections? Sent from iPhone; please forgive any typos or violations of forum rules I find people walking with the traffic happening a lot in Thailand. Now, how do we solve this one with a game of cricket? Edited May 11, 2012 by kevjohn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobalt60 Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 I suggest that you would get much more of an uptake if you organised a motorcycle polo tournament. It involves no walking/running, can have fighting and would allow the display of manhood by driving a motorcycle like a moron etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brit1984 Posted May 11, 2012 Author Share Posted May 11, 2012 Does Thailand have any other imperfections? Sent from iPhone; please forgive any typos or violations of forum rules I find people walking with the traffic happening a lot in Thailand. Now, how do we solve this one with a game of cricket? As I mentioned in the introduction to this thread, cricket could lead to a greater awareness of health and safety issues Anyone who has felt, or seen, the pain that can be caused by a small cricket ball (and the lack of pain when wearing pads or helmet) will understand why health and safety matters Sent from iPhone; please forgive any typos or violations of forum rules Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brit1984 Posted May 11, 2012 Author Share Posted May 11, 2012 I suggest that you would get much more of an uptake if you organised a motorcycle polo tournament. It involves no walking/running, can have fighting and would allow the display of manhood by driving a motorcycle like a moron etc Thanks for your constructive (and quite hilarious) input My end goal is not for cricket to be popular; I am looking beyond that at improving Thailand (through cricket) Sent from iPhone; please forgive any typos or violations of forum rules Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apetley Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 My guess is that Thai cricket would make the Pakistani match fixers look like rank amatuers. Posted with Thaivisa App http://apps.thaivisa.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevjohn Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 My guess is that Thai cricket would make the Pakistani match fixers look like rank amatuers. Posted with Thaivisa App http://apps.thaivisa.com At least the Pakistani match fixers could teach the Thai what " Not to do" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plopmeister Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Does Thailand have any other imperfections? Sent from iPhone; please forgive any typos or violations of forum rules I find people walking with the traffic happening a lot in Thailand. Now, how do we solve this one with a game of cricket? Just pick at the seam and the BIB will give you new balls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isanbirder Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Chucks? Chucks! You're not by any chance referring to the great Muralitharan (knocks Shane Warne into a cocked hat)? You must be an Aussie! I am refering to Malinga the slinga Splendid to watch, though I should think, horrific to play against. A flurry of arms and legs, and the ball comes at you from somewhere near square leg. The Aussies did complain about Murali, because they couldn't play him. But I am surprised Malinga's action is allowed, maybe because he only plays in ODIs and T20s (an injury problem), Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isanbirder Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 I suggest that you would get much more of an uptake if you organised a motorcycle polo tournament. It involves no walking/running, can have fighting and would allow the display of manhood by driving a motorcycle like a moron etc Thanks for your constructive (and quite hilarious) input My end goal is not for cricket to be popular; I am looking beyond that at improving Thailand (through cricket) Sent from iPhone; please forgive any typos or violations of forum rules \Simple, Brit. Cricket is a team game where the objectives have to kept in mind for a relatively long period (not so much instant gratification as soccer). I exclude T20, as it's just not cricket. Thais need to be able to think ahead more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brit1984 Posted May 11, 2012 Author Share Posted May 11, 2012 Chucks? Chucks! You're not by any chance referring to the great Muralitharan (knocks Shane Warne into a cocked hat)? You must be an Aussie! I am refering to Malinga the slinga Splendid to watch, though I should think, horrific to play against. A flurry of arms and legs, and the ball comes at you from somewhere near square leg. The Aussies did complain about Murali, because they couldn't play him. But I am surprised Malinga's action is allowed, maybe because he only plays in ODIs and T20s (an injury problem), In my opinion, Murali was, and Malinga is, a thrower. In both cases, there is too much elbow involved (IMHO). The discussion of such issues, by those who follow cricket, shows an attention to detail. The absence of which underlies many problems TV members have described encountering in Thailand. Sent from iPhone; please forgive any typos or violations of forum rules Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brit1984 Posted May 11, 2012 Author Share Posted May 11, 2012 I suggest that you would get much more of an uptake if you organised a motorcycle polo tournament. It involves no walking/running, can have fighting and would allow the display of manhood by driving a motorcycle like a moron etc Thanks for your constructive (and quite hilarious) input My end goal is not for cricket to be popular; I am looking beyond that at improving Thailand (through cricket) Sent from iPhone; please forgive any typos or violations of forum rules \Simple, Brit. Cricket is a team game where the objectives have to kept in mind for a relatively long period (not so much instant gratification as soccer). I exclude T20, as it's just not cricket. Thais need to be able to think ahead more. Very true (especially your point on T20); if I knew how to like posts via iPhone I would have liked that post. Sent from iPhone; please forgive any typos or violations of forum rules Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucidLucifer Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Indeed, cricket worldwide except in the few English-speaking countries where it's a big game, is dominated by Indians; just look at the Canadian team, for example. Look at how many non-ethnic English and overseas born 'English' players the England team have had over the past few decades, and it's the same story. I don't have a problem with that BTW. England wouldn't have won anything in Cricket or Rugby wothout a couple of South Africaaaaans.. You're right, the S.Africans have been making a tremendous contribution to our cricket team for many years. Of course, you must remember, the S.African team will have had many more players in that time who can trace their heritage back to the UK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 So I can be an Ausie Scotchman? Cough ... not until you learn to spell the word Aussie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevjohn Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 (edited) So I can be an Ausie Scotchman? Cough ... not until you learn to spell the word Aussie So Sorry. I did notice but it was too late to edit. My apoligies. Never was good at spelling so will have to leave it up to the spell checkers on TV. Edited May 11, 2012 by kevjohn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brit1984 Posted May 11, 2012 Author Share Posted May 11, 2012 So I can be an Ausie Scotchman? Cough ... not until you learn to spell the word Aussie So Sorry. I did notice but it was too late to edit. My apoligies. This thread shows that even the mention of cricket engenders politeness and good manners Sent from iPhone; please forgive any typos or violations of forum rules Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 (edited) Will the 12th man have to play?If so, maybe you could make me 13th man and that way I can just sit in the stands clapping and watching. I confirm you can be a spectator / cheerleader I must protest and await the 3rd Umpires decision please. While kevjohn is assuredly a good all-rounder (nothing medium paced there) ... a cheerleader in inspire the troupes ... maybe not. If we are to make a success of the cricketing concept we need some professional help. Thinking ... Wouldn't you like these girls rooting for you? JIC :- http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/root EDIT:- Oh ... and not a mongrel amonst them ... all look pure-bred Cheerleaders Edited May 11, 2012 by David48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevjohn Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 (edited) So I can be an Ausie Scotchman? Cough ... not until you learn to spell the word Aussie So Sorry. I did notice but it was too late to edit. My apoligies. This thread shows that even the mention of cricket engenders politeness and good manners Sent from iPhone; please forgive any typos or violations of forum rules As i said in, I think my first post, that I was not a fan of cricket but even us non beleivers can learn something. Edited May 11, 2012 by kevjohn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Unless theblether gets in on the act and starts designing the supporters costumes. Then maybe closer to ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucidLucifer Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Will the 12th man have to play?If so, maybe you could make me 13th man and that way I can just sit in the stands clapping and watching. I confirm you can be a spectator / cheerleader I must protest and await the 3rd Umpires decision please. While kevjohn is assuredly a good all-rounder (nothing medium paced there) ... a cheerleader in inspire the troupes ... maybe not. If we are to make a success of the cricketing concept we need some professional help. Thinking ... Wouldn't you like these girls rooting for you? JIC :- http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/root EDIT:- Oh ... and not a mongrel amonst them ... all look pure-bred Cheerleaders Get them and i'm there......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevjohn Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Will the 12th man have to play?If so, maybe you could make me 13th man and that way I can just sit in the stands clapping and watching. I confirm you can be a spectator / cheerleader I must protest and await the 3rd Umpires decision please. While kevjohn is assuredly a good all-rounder (nothing medium paced there) ... a cheerleader in inspire the troupes ... maybe not. If we are to make a success of the cricketing concept we need some professional help. Thinking ... Wouldn't you like these girls rooting for you? JIC :- http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/root EDIT:- Oh ... and not a mongrel amonst them ... all look pure-bred Cheerleaders Get them and i'm there......... Yeah but your going to have to wait your turn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 This thread shows that even the mention of cricket engenders politeness and good manners As i said in, I think my first post, that I was not a fan of cricket but even us non beleivers can learn something. Well kevjohn, we want you on the team so we might just have to engineer a position for you. How about over the entire cheer squad? The Cheer Leaders coach ... now there an envious position to have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevjohn Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 This thread shows that even the mention of cricket engenders politeness and good manners As i said in, I think my first post, that I was not a fan of cricket but even us non beleivers can learn something. Well kevjohn, we want you on the team so we might just have to engineer a position for you. How about over the entire cheer squad? The Cheer Leaders coach ... now there an envious position to have. Oh! I am so humbled.I am lost for words. Thank you so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucidLucifer Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Yeah but your going to have to wait your turn. You've already been nominated as 12th man.......maybe I need to recheck my schedule Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 What coloured balls should we play with? It's an important question! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevjohn Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 What coloured balls should we play with? It's an important question! That is important. Don't ask me to bowl or the batsmen will have large black ones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucidLucifer Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 What coloured balls should we play with? It's an important question! That is important. Don't ask me to bowl or the batsmen will have large black ones That's called bodyline. I like it. Jardine stopped Bradman with the same tactic. You're in!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 (edited) What coloured balls should we play with? It's an important question! That is important. Don't ask me to bowl or the batsmen will have large black ones That's called bodyline. I like it. Jardine stopped Bradman with the same tactic. You're in!!! But is that in the spirit of the OP wishing to change the lives of the Thai people with the subtle nuances of the game of cricket? Edited May 11, 2012 by David48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 What coloured balls should we play with? It's an important question! That is important. Don't ask me to bowl or the batsmen will have large black ones Don't worry about that. There will be quite an intensive selection process ... So kevjohn are you up to the job of the Cheer Leading coach? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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