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1st over: England 2-0 (Lees 2, Crawley 0) Kemar Roach goes straight to the wicket to Alex Lees, with two slips and a gutter. You would think that, with its fragile morale, England have to start well if they want to win this game. Roots’s second ball is a dangerous full-length outsider that Lis passes along the ground for a pair. There is a swing for Roach throughout this end, an encouraging sign for the West Indies.
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We cordially invite you to stay behind the quicksmart couch: the English Games are about to start.
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“For good reason, I think they will have to install Eoin Morgan as test leader for 18 months to solve this mess,” writes Seth Ennis. “I know he did not cut the mustard to the test level, but he is a shrewd captain who is respectful and willing to take risks. “Play him at No. 7 – he can be good for 20 to 30 runs and he would be invaluable on the court.” I was at one stage for all of this, but I personally think it’s too late now. He is 35 years old and has some injuries. I’m also afraid he’s just starting to control himself mentally. In hindsight, I’m glad it did not happen because it might have intervened in 2019. I would go for Stuart Broad by the end of 2023 Ashes, but I can not see that happening.
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“Afternoon Rob,” says Andy Bradshaw. “At least with your great ability to get English wickets, the game will end with tea. What an absolute shower and if they lose, Ruth will have to resign as captain. To be honest you have to give up if you do not lose. The end of my mooring has arrived. “Just let him bite.” I am intrigued by his motivation to continue. Is it just stubbornness? He must know that he is a poor captain and that he is exhausting his joy. I suspect he is aiming for 2023 ashes as an opportunity to get out, but that seems unbelievable. Updated at 4.50 p.m. GMT
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Want to know more about Joshua Da Silva? Of course yes.
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“Emily Bronte developed the style of multiple narrators by reading the works (mainly tragedies) of Classical Greece,” writes John Starbuck. The various narrators and all the violence in “Wuthering Heights”, which takes place off stage, were described in such a way that the bloody action did not offend either the audience or the gods. “You have to wonder if these moments have come again, given England’s lack of action.”
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Thanks Tim, hello everyone. Jofra Archer is not the only one whose old tweets can be useful. Chris Gayle (@henrygayle) Oops, England did it again. June 14, 2017 England are now in serious danger of losing a series in the Caribbean for the third time in four visits. Since England’s last win here, in 2003-04, the West Indies have won just five more home games: three against Bangladesh, one against Zimbabwe and one against New Zealand, which I sneak into because it does not fit absolutely. My narrative about England is a bit of a shame. Updated at 4:33 p.m. GMT
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This is from me, as I have finally reached the end of my relationship with England, I have something to write about tomorrow’s Observer. Thank you for your company, your correspondence and your controlled rage. The great Rob Smyth is finished, whose greatness extends to volunteering for an extra hour of work when a colleague has a deadline. Updated at 4.27 p.m. GMT
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Box! Seales c & b Root 13 (West Indies 297 all out)
There it is! Really this time. Seales tries to stick Root over his head again, but only manages to give him a big catch, which he takes with a little leniency. Thus, Da Silva remains undefeated, the West Indies are ahead with 93 and England, if it beats as it did on Thursday, will risk defeat in the Yings. Englishman Joe Ruth celebrates with Ben Stokes after taking the wicket of Jaden Sills of the West Indies. Photo: Jason Cairnduff / Action Images / Reuters Updated at 4:43 p.m. GMT
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116th over: West Indies 297-9 (Da Silva 100, Seales 13) You could not do it.
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Box; Da Silva was given for 100
He’s finally gone! Da Silva, after happily raising both hands to the heavens, seems to gain an inner edge, which Fuchs grabs. The referee accepted him, he clearly agrees (although he criticizes) and everything leaves – but he has not touched it! So everyone is back again. Joshua Da Silva from the West Indies recognizes the fans as he leaves the field after his participations with 100 runs. Photo: Jason Cairnduff / Action Images / Reuters England leave the pitch before Da Silva’s wicket is overturned by the DRS. Photo: Gareth Copley / Getty Images Updated at 4:41 p.m. GMT
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One hundred to Da Silva!
115.4 overs: West Indies 297-9 (Da Silva 100, Seales 13) When Root appeared, it felt like the classic last before lunch given so often to a spinner. If so, Root forgot that spaces are delayed when the last couple is inside, even if they seem to be hitting forever. He takes off, brings Overton back, and probably regrets it as Da Silva helps himself cut the four, go to his own Test, and then fall to the ground to reach hundreds of hard-won winners. There have been many hundreds in this series, and this may be the most important. Joshua Da Silva of the West Indies celebrates his century. Photo: Jason Cairnduff / Action Images / Reuters Updated at 4.30 p.m. GMT
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Six to Seales!
115th over: West Indies 287-9 (Da Silva 90, Seales 13) This single raised Seales to 7, tying his highest score in the test. And now he overcomes it by hitting Leach for six! With a proper shot, too: he puts his foot on the field and swings high, without a problem. And then Dan Lawrence lost him in a silly spot – a difficult opportunity as a steady producer goes through Lawrence’s right leg. The West Indies are ahead with 83. Updated at 4.16 p.m. GMT
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114th over: West Indies 281-9 (Da Silva 90, Seales 7) In despair, Root turns to himself. His original game is good, a ball in his hand hitting Seales in the back foot. It looks heavy, but the shaking of the head from the tail is supported by HawkEye, which calculates the …
