Cricket Match Thread - Expats V Pakistani's

theoddmajor


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Message Posted:
20/04/2010 22:37

Firstly apologies to one and all for the long delay in announcing the confirmation of the long awaited cricket match. I have been waiting for confirmation that we can borrow cricket gear from one of the Army units in the SBA's in the South before I set the hare running (plan early plan twice) and this is now confiirmed.

The game will be a 20/20 match which will take place in the Alsancak stadium on the Mare Monte road on Saturday 15 May (it has to be a Saturday as the Pakistani team are busy serving Sunday lunches the day after) commencing at a time TBC but probably 1pm.

The aim of this match is to have a no fuss fun event which will hopefully be exciting for specators and participants alike. Families, friends, dogs, cats and the family budgie are all welcome to make this a real social event and there will be a bar and a food stall available on the day, although you are welcome to bring your own and have a picnic/BBQ as you cheer the team along!

Entry will be free. to be cont. Br

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
20/04/2010 22:49

Contd.. I have a list of persons who have shown an interest in playing, umpiring, scoring or assisting and I will post that tomorrow on this thread. I will now lactively ook at securing sponsorship for the cost of the hire of the stadium, a perpetual trophy and perhaps T shirts for the teams.



Cheers



Brian



IZZET CAN WE PLEASE MAKE THIS THREAD A STICKY UNTIL AFTER THE EVENT? tHANKS

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
20/04/2010 22:52

That is of course 'actively look' at securing sponsorship

Brinsley


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Posts: 6858

Message Posted:
20/04/2010 23:30

A now crippled, ex Wellington University cricket player who can still whack the ball about, can bowl a one step spin, right arm over leg break, any good to you? Was clocked at 73 mph and had one trial to play for NZ in my prime, but that was decades ago, am I of any use to you?



Richard

theoddmajor


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Message Posted:
21/04/2010 08:16

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theoddmajor


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Message Posted:
21/04/2010 17:11

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lovingcyprus


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Message Posted:
21/04/2010 18:02

email Izzet and ask him to make this a sticky

Goonerboy


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Posts: 723

Message Posted:
21/04/2010 20:52

may be interested let me know more if I'm needed...any practice sessions arranged?

theoddmajor


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Message Posted:
22/04/2010 20:28

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Have emailed twice now asking for this thread to be a sticky, any response please Izzet?



Brian

biglugs


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Posts: 157

Message Posted:
23/04/2010 06:33

looking forward to it,but the date does clash with The Ozankoy flower show

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
25/04/2010 08:17

The following people have indicated that they would like to play/assist on the day;



Brian Thomas - Organiser

Max Pickup - Team Captain

Selwyn Firth - Happy to help

Fred Donelly - Bat & Bowl at County level

Michael Blunt - Bat & Bowl

Kevin Hosford - Bat & Bowl

Richard Fairley - Bat & Bowl

Steve Thomas - Fast Bowler (only in TRNC from 16 May?)

George Ward - Qualified Umpire

Paul Hughes - Qualified Umpire

Cameron (Goonerboy) - Bat & Bowl?

Bob Hales (Roxybob) - Bat & Bowl?

Mark (Sporty) - Bat & Bowl at County level

S + P (Techtrader) - Bat & Bowl (has own kit)

Paul (Fiendishpaul) - tbc

Michael (Millwallmick) - Bat

Steve Brame - Wicketkeeper

Richard Brinsley (Brinsley) - Bat & Bowl

John Parkin (Johntie) - Wicketkeeper

Kevin (Luem1) - ECB Qualified Umpire

Kevin (Biglugs) - tbc

Andrew Cowley - Bat & Bowl



Anyone else interested in turning out please email me your details to: brian@starint.net

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
25/04/2010 08:21

The kit is arriving on Thursday 13 May so Max would like to organise a practice session on Friday afternoon 14 May, please indicate if you will be available. It will be held at the training pitch at Alsancak Stadium.

The match will go ahead at 2pm on Saturday 15 May.



This should be a great afternoon, spread the word and lets get a good crowd behind us (I am aware that a certain section of bridge playing Scottish people are planning to back the opposition!!)





Brian

Geejay


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Posts: 475

Message Posted:
25/04/2010 08:53

We'll be there.

Brinsley


Joined: 04/04/2009
Posts: 6858

Message Posted:
25/04/2010 10:09

How do I get to the Stadium using the bus ie which landmark do I ask the driver to drop me off at?



Richard

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
25/04/2010 10:45

Waht was the Mare Monte turning.



Now it's signed by Bar 8.8 and the turning is opposite what was Bar 15s.

Brinsley


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Posts: 6858

Message Posted:
25/04/2010 11:20

On your directions I'll end up in Timbuktu, probably where I belong!



Richard

nurseawful



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Message Posted:
25/04/2010 11:25

Brinsley coming from Girne the turn of you want is the one after Guidos on the right. Easy!



Chris

sporty


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Posts: 685

Message Posted:
25/04/2010 11:44

Hi Brian,mesg 11, youre being a bit kind saying i bat/bowl at county level in your list,i said i bat/bowl in county div 2,(west cornwall),lol, big difference!!However that being said i am over and am available for the practice session and the match if required.

regards Mark

cyprusgiant


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Message Posted:
25/04/2010 18:29

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johntie


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Posts: 65

Message Posted:
25/04/2010 19:39

Will be there for practice, also have my own kit and a few spare balls!!



Johntie

rowan


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Posts: 450

Message Posted:
25/04/2010 23:47

keith clay, field and bat, and general help

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
26/04/2010 08:42

Thanks Johntie, we are always in need of a few spare balls!

Keith Clay added to the team sheet.



How can I get this thread made a sticky?



Brian

puppylover



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Posts: 1427

Message Posted:
26/04/2010 08:45

Brian

You need to email Izzet to have the posting made a sticky.

bridie


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Posts: 308

Message Posted:
26/04/2010 13:27

Gordon ,you are so funny, glad you are not my navigator!

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
26/04/2010 14:14

Got a really helpful email reply from Izzet saying "please remind me a few days before"

Fat lot of use that is!

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
27/04/2010 08:51

PA System and live music now sorted for the afternoon, thanks to Pete Murray, god help the first person to get a duck - Quack Quack Oops!

This event is getting better every day, get your deck chairs and sun brollies ready.

Max will be contacting all the players on the list shortly to arrange a practice session. We also have an official Scorer as well.



Brian

techtrader


Joined: 06/08/2008
Posts: 126

Message Posted:
27/04/2010 15:38

just to let you know I shall be in London that day at the FA Cup final but best of luck for the event.

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
27/04/2010 17:25

Techtrader, would you still be prepared to loan us your cricket gear?



Cheers



Brian

Straybearx



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Posts: 121

Message Posted:
27/04/2010 20:21

Confirming an interest - Minor county standard 25 years ago if required bat / bowl

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
27/04/2010 20:33

Got that Straybearx, you are now on the list.



Brian

thunder4


Joined: 27/09/2009
Posts: 53

Message Posted:
27/04/2010 20:57

Will be available for a practice session. Don't get to carried away about county level - haven't picked a bat or ball up for 30 odd years. Lets hope I can remember which end to hold.



Fred

graycoul


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Posts: 493

Message Posted:
27/04/2010 22:12

you better go have a look at that training pitch next to alsancak stadium, its no good for football let alone cricket its full of stones aand gravel......

Brinsley


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Posts: 6858

Message Posted:
27/04/2010 22:18

Msg 32

Should have seen the pitch in Paris when we beat the MCC!



Richard

CyprusChill


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Posts: 666

Message Posted:
27/04/2010 22:46

This has the makings of a great match.

To all those that are taking part we applaud you.

janjin



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Posts: 488

Message Posted:
28/04/2010 13:21

Good luck to you all.

Will you have a return match for those of use who aren't out??

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
28/04/2010 13:36

Fred - your points noted.



Max (Team Manager) will sort out the practice session, keep the faith.



Reference return match - we will guage how well supported the match is this year, but more importantly how much everyone enjoys it before we look at making it an annual fixture in the diary, which is the intention. The Pakistani team cannot wait even though none of them have never played with a proper cricket ball, so that should even the 'age' factor out a bit! We are meeting Riaz this evening to tie up a few loose ends.



Cheers



Brian

theoddmajor


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Message Posted:
29/04/2010 07:16

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Geejay


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Message Posted:
29/04/2010 15:37

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cyprusgiant


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Message Posted:
29/04/2010 19:14

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hattikins


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Message Posted:
29/04/2010 19:18

Are there any ladies who are willing to do some baking, prepare sandwiches etc to feed the brave men who are willing to take part in this eagerly awaited cricket match ?

Goonerboy


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Posts: 723

Message Posted:
29/04/2010 19:45

"Never played with a real cricket ball...."



Thats the jist of the quote...I wouldnt get too carried away, cricket is in the blood for all Pakistani's...irrespective...most of those guys that will turn out will prob end up bowling at 70mph plus so...



How are we doing for helmets,pad, etc...

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
29/04/2010 22:20

Had some good meetings today and now have sponsorship for; T Shirts & Hats for both teams, Winners trophy, Stadium Hire, Kit Insurance, Flyer Printing,just looking for a sponsor for the 'Man of the Match' award (aprox 40tl).



Many thanks to CreditWest, Henry Charles Estates, Astute FMA and Riaz at the Punjab for their kind contributions and support.



More details to follow after the weekend including VIP guest to open the event, stalls to keep the kids & parents amused etc - watch out for the flyer at all the usual hostelries over the next few days. Don't forget this is a 'free entry' event.



Training pitch checked out again and is fine.



Cricket Kit arrives on Thursday 13th May (including protective gear), marking pitch 9am Friday 14 May (volunteers required please) plus team practice session 2pm Friday 14 May (all players to attend please), Match starts 2pm Saturday 15 May. More details to follow for the Expat players from Max (Team Manager).



Brian

jashan-indian



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Posts: 867

Message Posted:
30/04/2010 11:58

thanks very much Brian for organising this event.

i am sure every one will enjoy it.

Regards

Riaz

Brinsley


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Posts: 6858

Message Posted:
30/04/2010 12:13

Any practice nets?



Richard

sporty


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Posts: 685

Message Posted:
30/04/2010 14:11

see you all for practice friday 14th,2pm. Cant wait!!

TRNCVaughan


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Posts: 4578

Message Posted:
30/04/2010 14:40

Brian,



Put Octopus Pools down for sponsor of Man of the Match.

Drop in for your 40TL when next in Girne.



Vaughan

cyprusgiant


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Posts: 467

Message Posted:
30/04/2010 17:17

I'll be contacting all the players, & officials on Monday with details of the practice session on Friday (14th), without a net! I may also need a helping hand setting out the cricket square and boundary which I'll also do on the Friday. Max....

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
01/05/2010 17:29

Many thanks for that Vaughan.



Burger bar & Ice cream van booked as well now!



Brian

Corinium


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Message Posted:
02/05/2010 11:56

Any spare places?

I'm still playing occasionally village standard. So can run about a bit if required.

Batter and Keeper

TRNCVaughan


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Posts: 4578

Message Posted:
02/05/2010 12:02

Are the Pakistani crowd bringing samosas and bahji?

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
02/05/2010 13:25

Corinium, you have been added to the list which I will email out today to all the players who have shown an interest along with the flyer.



Vaughan - Riaz and the gang want to enjoy the cricket so are not providing any catering service on the day but there will be a burger bar.





Oh and we are now officially a HOT topic!



Brian

parkview



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Posts: 1123

Message Posted:
02/05/2010 13:25

Brian



Sounds brilliant!! We will definately be there



Laurence and Delia (Team Supper Club)

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
02/05/2010 13:30

Thingsc are coming together nicely and I have a good feeling about this event!



Brian

theoddmajor


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Message Posted:
02/05/2010 14:43

I have just emailed the flyer and team sheet to everyone who has shown an interest but do not have an email address for the following; Roxybob, Sporty, Techtrader and Biglugs. Could you please email me at: brian@starint.net and I will forward you the details.



Brian

CarlinLapta


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Posts: 91

Message Posted:
02/05/2010 17:50

Good luck to all.

Shame it is the same day of the FA Cup final but will come and support for a while before I go to watch Chelsea demolish Pompey!!

cyprusgiant


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Posts: 467

Message Posted:
03/05/2010 15:44

Thank you to all of you that have been in contact with Brian (Odd Major) providing details of your availability and personal skills. For all of you that provided an email address I've sent a reply providing details of the practice session and format of the match itself. If you've provided a mobile phone, I'll text you a summary in due time. It's my intention to get down to the Alsancak football stadium for approx 10.30am on Friday 14th May, in order to carry out the marking out of the cricket square, and boundaries, any help (and advice) would be much appreciated. The practice session will start at 2pm on the training ground. Be there or be square. Max....

Brinsley


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Message Posted:
03/05/2010 17:30

A morale boosting song for those that are playing (rude)!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYuPwX_zEJ0



Richard

theoddmajor


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Message Posted:
04/05/2010 08:45

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theoddmajor


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Message Posted:
05/05/2010 14:00

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alibop


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Message Posted:
05/05/2010 15:06

message 60,you are a sad mad

theoddmajor


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Message Posted:
05/05/2010 16:21

And good day to you sir!



LOL

cyprusgiant


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Posts: 467

Message Posted:
05/05/2010 16:28

Well Minertor, I don't know who you are, but I don't believe a posting on a friendly cricket match between the ex-pats & the boys from the Punjab is the right forum to vent your anger. If it's your intention to put people off by coming to support the event, I hope that you haven't succeeded. The afternoon of fun is sandwiched in between the yearly flower show & the FA Cup Final, and it's sole intention is to bring smiles to the faces of both the participants and spectators and I'm sure that we'll achieve that objective. Of course (as I believe from your members details) as a Yorkshireman like me, when taking part you always try hard to win, but in this instance it's not the b-all. The gentleman that you have openly attacked, through his hard work and endeavour has enabled this event to take place with all the supporting amenities. Surely not a qualification to (as you put it) dump him. Rest well in Gods Country (Yorkshire) and I hope time will heal your ailments before returning. Max..

cyprusgiant


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Posts: 467

Message Posted:
05/05/2010 16:57

Well Minertor, msg 'Stay out of what you don't understand'



I'm afraid that it is YOU who doesn't understand....



I am the captain of the EX Pats not the Odd Major.



Before spewing your profound knowledge all over the Cyprus 44 forum please get YOUR facts right or else you are in great danger of losing credibility.



Your fellow (and ashamed) Yorkshireman, Max....

Lambousa Gordon


Joined: 03/11/2007
Posts: 1992

Message Posted:
05/05/2010 19:17

Minertor,



re your msg 64



QUOTE



and good day to you sir!



by that I take it you will not "seek satisfaction"



can't say I'm surprised, birds, or chickens, of a feather, (white) flock together.



What a captain you will make, glad I won't be there to witness the shame,



cricketers, dump this coward, and his Dutch boyfriend, before you are made a laughing stock, on and off the pitch



UNQUOTE



You are obviously unaware of the provenance of the man you seek to besmirch.



Grow up - quickly. By that I mean if you wish to attack someone, in writing, on a public forum, then have the decency to learn who they are in the flesh. You would be extremely surprised to learn whose honour it is you so casually tar.



Too, learn some grammar and some punctuation.



Regardless,



Gordon Kent

Tootie


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Posts: 2037

Message Posted:
05/05/2010 20:12

Don't let this one and only positive thread for along while to be high-jacked by the Tony Ford.



Admin, I ask you to delete his acid posts in this thread. ?



Tootie

AlsancakJack



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Posts: 5762

Message Posted:
05/05/2010 21:09

Minertors postings have been deleted and he has been banned (yet again) Please feel free to carry on this thread about cricket.

AJ

Woodspeckie


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Posts: 2263

Message Posted:
05/05/2010 21:23

Have a good day at the Cricket, wish I was there to watch. (I have breathing space to post for the time being).

Brinsley


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Posts: 6858

Message Posted:
07/05/2010 00:02

Minertor, Tony Ford, is an upright honest Yorkshireman who can get carried away when he feels he has been maligned. I know him personally and can vouch for his integrity.



Richard

DutchCrusader



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Posts: 11281

Message Posted:
07/05/2010 01:36

RE msg 70 & 71, denizen: Wouldn't your parents or your teachers (if you had any?) be ashamed about the way you abuse the beautiful English language? Please finish a crash course (school may be too late).

Jeannie


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Posts: 3283

Message Posted:
07/05/2010 01:49

Not wishing to take sides here, but it's "you can lead a horse to water but you can't make it drink" (as opposed to "think".) Otherwise, it makes no sense at all.

DutchCrusader



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Posts: 11281

Message Posted:
07/05/2010 01:56

RE msg 73, Jeannie: (...) drink or think (...()

=> Exactly - in the case of message 70 & 71...

P.S. Back to the thread: I hope the cricket fans have a nice match!

Jeannie


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Posts: 3283

Message Posted:
07/05/2010 01:58

Message 71 arouses my suspicions somewhat

Apart from the fact that it is virtually unintelligible, there is the mention of 'Uncle T' - who I take to be 'Uncle Ted'?. I fear they have reared their ugly heads yet again. For those still in doubt, please refer to Nige's board, message under the heading of "Did they get here safely".



Or, I am, of course, paranoid?



Groucho - any ideas?



Jean

BigMart


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Message Posted:
07/05/2010 08:29

For Gods sake, Lets get back to the cricket !



The Bar-b-Que is ready, the beer is ready to be put in the cool box, lets all have a great day and say thanks to all the people making it possible.



Don't let the malicious, nasty low-lifes hijack this thread.



Martin.

AlsancakJack



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Posts: 5762

Message Posted:
07/05/2010 10:03

Any further 'off topic' postings on this thread will be deleted and those responsible will be banned.

TJinthesun



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Posts: 40

Message Posted:
07/05/2010 14:43

See it still hasn't been made a sticky......



Back to the point. Won't be there but excellent initiative, hope it continues.

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
11/05/2010 09:02

back to the top

cyprusishome


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Posts: 2381

Message Posted:
11/05/2010 16:16

Someone must have upset someone else, ergo no sticky.



So BACK TO THE TOP!!!

sporty


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Posts: 685

Message Posted:
11/05/2010 18:24

ı have an update,ım here!!! Just got to fınd the ground. See you all soon for practıce,ıts a bıt hot!!

cyprusgiant


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Posts: 467

Message Posted:
11/05/2010 18:56

I've sent an email to all those that gave Brian an email address detailing arrangements and send text's to everyone else. If there is anyone that I have missed please call me on 0533 845 2610. I went down to the stadium last week (twice) and the resident groundsmen (Ibriham & his boss) have said that they will mark the wicket based on a drawing that I will provide. I'll take the drawing down on Thursday so that they can mark out on Friday. The Pakistani's will be practising on Friday morning (11am), and we take over the training area in the afternoon at 2pm. See you all there, Max....

Brinsley


Joined: 04/04/2009
Posts: 6858

Message Posted:
11/05/2010 20:08

Yet to receive your email!



Richard

Brinsley


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Posts: 6858

Message Posted:
11/05/2010 20:28

Still no reply!

Must be for the elite, privileged and able. No cripples allowed!



Richard

graycoul


Joined: 23/04/2009
Posts: 493

Message Posted:
11/05/2010 20:50

rode past your practise pitch today i suggest you get a lawn mower over there tomorrow or you'll need

a combine harvester on friday, i did mention about the state of it 2 weeks ago........see msg 32

Brinsley


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Posts: 6858

Message Posted:
11/05/2010 23:05

Where's my email?



Richard

Tootie


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Posts: 2037

Message Posted:
12/05/2010 00:59

Msg 83..."Where's my emai?"...I WANT IT NOW !





Come on now.. Calm down Richard, Shhh......

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
12/05/2010 08:58

Richard, you have mail for the second time.



Brian

Brinsley


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Message Posted:
12/05/2010 14:44

Something works, received email, Cheers



Richard

theoddmajor


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Message Posted:
13/05/2010 20:35

Well the cricket gear arrived today - not the best that I have seen but I suppose that it is the same for both teams. If anyone possesses their own equipment I would be grateful if you could bring it along on Saturday.



Seems like there is a lot of interest in the event and the official scorer is practicing his John Arlott quips as we speak!



Brian

Brinsley


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Message Posted:
13/05/2010 20:56

Looks like the Poms are in the final of the World Cup 20/20. Listening to the commentary right now!



Richard

frontalman



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Posts: 499

Message Posted:
14/05/2010 10:30

Need answers to two questions



1) Is it definitely a 1pm start?



2) Who is going to do the customary streak?

hattikins


Joined: 17/02/2008
Posts: 2793

Message Posted:
14/05/2010 10:37

1) starts at 2pm



2) who would you like ?

Brinsley


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Posts: 6858

Message Posted:
14/05/2010 19:45

Good turn out and a few very good players, I was happily surprised! The track/square is very, very dodgy but hope everyone will have a great afternoon tomorrow. I trust the bar will be well stocked!



Richard

theoddmajor


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Posts: 246

Message Posted:
14/05/2010 20:26

Just been told that the Pakistani suporters will number at least 50 tomorrow and will have flage etc, surely the Expats can better that? Get your flags ready, don't need sun brollies as you will be sat in the shade in the main stand with a great front seat view with the wickets in the centre circle facing north & south as you look from the stand.



Max is confident that if the team that practiced today drink enough linseed oil tonight to fight off the aches and pains then we will at least give them a game tomorrow.



The stadium, bars etc will be open and available from 1pm, the game will commence at 2pm and should be finished by 5pm. This is a fun event so I am sure that everyone attending will take it in the spirit that it is intended and may the best team win.



The VIP guest has been booked to open the contest.



Would love to see you all there.



Best



Brian

Wiser


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Posts: 796

Message Posted:
14/05/2010 21:04

Just met the oddmajor and I think it is a great idea and will be a fantastic family afternoon. We should all support them as we need more of these kind of occassions. Good luck to the oldies and the Pakistanis are already complaining about the pitch!!!!! See you all there.

Jeannie


Joined: 04/08/2009
Posts: 3283

Message Posted:
14/05/2010 21:06

I am not a fan of cricket (basically because I don't understand the game) but I would like to wish all of those involved a lovely afternoon.



Great idea!



Jean

theoddmajor


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Message Posted:
15/05/2010 08:53

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puppylover



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Message Posted:
15/05/2010 08:59

Good luck Brian & the expats team.



Like Jeannie, I don't do cricket but I'll be there to cheer you on!

cyprusgiant


Joined: 08/07/2009
Posts: 467

Message Posted:
15/05/2010 11:40

Well we're all ready, yesterday we had a succesful training session that pleasantly revealed some real talent amongst the ex-pat team. Weather looks good, and both teams are ready. If you haven't made your mind up we would all love to see you down there this afternoon. There's a special guest who will officiate the toss, and we pitch wickets at 2pm. The game should be over by 5pm (latest) so that you ardent football fans can watch the FA Cup Final. Max........

measey


Joined: 07/02/2009
Posts: 1037

Message Posted:
15/05/2010 13:33

Back to the Top.

sloan



Joined: 24/02/2009
Posts: 808

Message Posted:
15/05/2010 16:56

A very enjoyable afternoon! Still don't understand the rules, but well done to the Pakistanis! Riaz ... are you selling the tee-shirts? .... 'cos I want one!

Tootie


Joined: 28/08/2008
Posts: 2037

Message Posted:
15/05/2010 17:10

What was the final score?

mamachina


Joined: 22/11/2008
Posts: 730

Message Posted:
15/05/2010 18:08

Ex pats all out for below 40 runs and overs in hand, the other team lost two players by the time they had overtaken the score - end of match. Some lovely swinging hits by the man of the match - a handsome member of the Pakistan team! Great afternoon! Thanks to all concerned.

hattikins


Joined: 17/02/2008
Posts: 2793

Message Posted:
15/05/2010 18:27

Fabulous fun day, thank you to all concerned, especially Brian and Max who put in so much work, next year the trophy is ours.



Well done to all of you, looking forward to next year already.

luem1


Joined: 29/07/2009
Posts: 109

Message Posted:
15/05/2010 23:43

Brian,



You and Max should be extremely proud of the magnificent event you staged today. It must have taken an enormous effort to put it all together - sponsors, venue, trophies etc.



All I can say as a cricket lover (and I think all such would agree) is a big thank you for such a wonderful afternoon's entertainment. 300+ spectators will no doubt agree.



A note to Max; when drawing up your wish kit for next year, don't forget a catching cradle -ouch!!



Best wishes



Kevin Ryan