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Think what also needs to be factored in is that teams from the sub-continent traditionally struggle on English surfaces. Even iconic teams of yesteryear traditionally struggle.

I doubt every game will be like that though.

I don't think today's performance by NZ/Sri Lanka is a stick to beat the tournament with? What's the issue with the format? It's a bit long-winded but I think this just goes to show just how poor Sri Lanka have become compared to the beast they used to be and actually used to be able to pose a threat to several of the bigger nations. It's like West Indies recently who had to go through big changes before revitalising and becoming as good as they used to be (or near it).

You Me Her on Netflix. Good if you're feeling horny, don't want to watch porn and want a bit of a laugh and nothing serious.

Congratulations

Had one of those days at work where it was busy & productive yet couldn't wait til the end of the day and now I just want/need a cold refreshing beer & absolutely devour it.

Well that was easy for West Indies... I'd still be cautious about Pakistan. They got thrashed against India in first round a few years ago and then beat us in the final.

Very unlucky dismissal for Zaman there. He was looking good too. But I have Russell in my Superbru so it's all good.

Who would you all choose?

Totally off form. Didn't have a great IPL and there are better options than him right now for SA.

Great protection from England's bowlers to defend that total. Thought it'd be a bit too low by England's standards. Archer has hit the ground running. Stokes just taken a stunning catch.

Great start for Saffers!

Aladdin. Went to watch this on Sunday with the missus. Was pleasantly surprised; was more enjoyable than I expected. Kind of forgotten some parts of the story and some characters but it all came rushing back as the film played out. Thought the character that played Jaffar could have been a bit more mean-looking/menacing for an antagonist and 'evil' character but that's about the worst thing I could pick out. Will Smith is great as the genie. Liked this as well, really like Will Smith. Doesn't ever seem to act like a massive twat or arrogantly in front of fans or just in public.

Valverde needs to be replaced but can't help but think Martinez will be a bit of an underwhelming choice.

On the same ground where England and Pakistan shared 700+ runs!

Just caught up with cricket from today. India got to 266-5 by 43 overs then ended up on 366 . Dhoni went to town on the Bangladesh bowlers! Really good stand being made by Das and Mushfiqur in return though.

Anyone been watching French Open? Quite a few surprises already. Wozniacki and Kerber out in the first round in the Women's. Medveded knocked out as well in the Mens.

Glad you're safe @Grizzly21.

Haha thought you genuinely missed it

Whooosh!

Good to see you back @Dr Boris Gobshite!

Good day of sport today. England vs Australia cricket. Monaco F1 qualifying. League Two play-off final.

Is this in the new film being released in July? The Edge? Looks good.

The only bit I hate about the injection is how numb your face feels after it for the rest of the day. End up dribbling like you've just had a stroke. Congratulations @Eco!

Had a filling today. Without an injection. Tough as fuck, me.