The umpires wouldn't have referred the Marsh decision if they didn't see the replay on the big screen. Was he out? Absolutely. Should the Unpires have been able to check it after seeing the replay? No. Neither umpire had shown any inclination to check prior to the replay, that was my point.
Smart play from McCullum (of whom I am a big fan) by being in ear shot of the Umpire when the ball was replayed and gently suggesting it be checked. I believe that the Kiwis could have referred it though as the catch was never in contention, the issue was whether or not the ball hit the ground before it hit Marsh's boot
iv) The third umpire shall communicate his decision by the system as in paragraph 2.1 (d).
- b) Bump Ball
- i) Should the bowler’s end umpire be unable to decide whether a catch was taken from a bump ball or not, he shall first consult with the square leg um- pire.
- ii) Should both on-field umpires be unable to make a decision, the bowler’s end umpire shall be entitled to refer the decision to the third umpire to review a TV replay(s) of the batsman’s stroke as in paragraph 2.1 (b).
- iii) The third umpire has to determine whether the ball was a bump ball or not. However, in reviewing the television replay(s), the third umpire shall first check the fairness of the delivery (all modes of No ball except for the bowler using an illegal action, [for clarity, a specific type of banned delivery can be reviewed and called no ball]) and whether the batsman has hit the ball. If the delivery was not a fair delivery or if it is clear to the third umpire that the batsman did not hit the ball he shall indicate that the batsman is not out and, in the case of an unfair delivery, advise the on-field umpire to signal no ball. See also paragraph 3.10 below. Additionally, if it is clear to the third umpire that the batsman is out by another mode of dismissal (excluding LBW), or not out by any mode of dismissal (excluding LBW), he shall notify the on-field umpire so that the correct decision is made.
In terms of financial assistance to NZ cricket I think CA should help out. To see a competitive NZ cricket team again on a consistent basis is wonderful, they are a good young team who have been very well led by McCullum. I also believe that we need a domestic NZ team in our domestic competition.
Here's the process on bump balls in ODI's from the ICC website:
According to McCullum in the press conference the umpires weren't sure that NZ had appealed and so didn't do anything, McCullum confirmed to them that Henry had appealed and also a few players in the field had as well. So the correct process was followed ... not ideal that the replay was shown, but meh, can't say it bothers me too much. I'd rather the correct call was made (than be on the other end of a Lyon debacle!).
I personally don't like the talk of NZ getting a few teams in the Big Bash or whatever. I think our domestic competitions are really strong and are definitely producing a lot of quality players at the moment. I'd stick with that set up and give them more resources if possible. Plenty disagree with that, though.
I guess it's the ICC's job to do that. They did give NZ a targeted assistance grant of $2 million a few years ago when we were really struggling on the field. That was used to fund the NZ A side which has gone on plenty of tours recently and been a big part in the improved results of the side since then, imo.
I personally don't like the talk of NZ getting a few teams in the Big Bash or whatever. I think our domestic competitions are really strong and are definitely producing a lot of quality players at the moment. I'd stick with that set up and give them more resources if possible. Plenty disagree with that, though.
Michael Clarke has been training at my school recently and I must admit, he is not in great shape. I've seen him get bowled out a few times against our first eleven bowler, most of whom play fourth or fifth grade.Good old Smudger Smith has won the toss again! Australia will bowl first on what Cricinfo has described in its pre-match preview as a "greentop".
James Pattinson replaces Peter Siddle in the Australian team, while Neil Wagner replaces Mark Craig and Matt Henry replaces the injured Doug Bracewell.
Even as an Australian fan I am hoping that Brendon McCullum - who like Adam Gilchrist, bats for his team, not himself - can blaze a few (but not too many!) to and over the fence in what is his 101st and final Test match. All 101 have been played consecutively, an amazing statistic when you look at the workload and "management" of players these days.
In other news, Michael Clarke's "comeback" (just don't start me on this, please!!) begins today for Western Suburbs against Randwick Petersham in Sydney Grade cricket at Pratten Park. Just how long or how far the comeback lasts is anyone's guess.
You can't blame him!!! He did make 48 today so I'd say that's pretty decent for his first game in a bit under a year, even if he rode his luck a bit much!!Michael Clarke has been training at my school recently and I must admit, he is not in great shape. I've seen him get bowled out a few times against our first eleven bowler, most of whom play fourth or fifth grade.
Martin Crowe has passed away after a battle with cancer.
A lovely man and a champion cricketer. Far to young to be gone.
Condolences to his family, friends, team mates and all that knew and watched him play an elegant brand of cricket.
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