CRICKET INSIDER: TOP QUOTES FROM DORSY'S XI v NATALIE'S XI
- Fluro Casawell
- Dec 2, 2015
- 6 min read
Below are the top quotes from each day of the Exhibition Match between Dorsy's XI and Natalie's XI at Star Sensations Stadium.
DAY 1
"Yeah, good to get a few off the middle. Pleased to get the team off to a good start. Gotta capitalise tomorrow and built the total to 300+ hopefully, and then bowl our lines and hopefully knock 'em over short." Lime de Licious, after scoring 57 on Day 1.
"Wicket's fairly good for both bat and ball at the moment, so good to get a few early, yet. Quite important we get these last 4 wickets quickly tomorrow, so hopefully I can contribute there. They've still got some dangerous batsman to come so I'll try and put the pressure back on 'em." Muddy Brussells, after taking 3 wickets on Day 1.
DAY 2
"Mixed day... was great out in the middle with the bat, not so great with the ball. Enjoyed the 50, but will have to lift myself both physically and mentally in order to smash these Porky's XI batsman tomorrow." Wishy Casawell, after scoring a quickfire 61, but bowling 0/66 (11.0).
"Brilliant day! Executed everything to plan. Great to pick up both overnight batsman to bring up the 5-fer. Pretty special moment, that. And how good was Ayla and Cheese! Legends! They've got us in a great position - don't know if I've ever seen such a dominant display of batting!" Muddy Brussells, after taking 5 wickets in the first innings for Dorsy's XI.
"Great to finally get some runs under my belt again. Been a while, hasn't it? Haha. Team needed someone to step up, and I'm so glad to be able to get that job done. Ayla too, though. She batted out of her skin! Showing us oldies how it's done, haha. Hopefully both me and Ayla can make it even bigger tomorrow!" Cheese de Licious, after scoring a century for Dorsy's XI on Day 2.
"Oh, that was just so much fun! Batting with Cheese is just so great - so encouraging; guided me through the innings. Those last few overs were tense, though! So nervous there, but I backed myself and somehow got it done! So tired, though. I'll sleep well tonight! " Ayla Montreal, after scoring a century for Dorsy's XI on Day 2.
"Exceptional batting. We had no answers. True credit to both batsman. I'd say we bowled too leggish, but they just dominated in every area. We're gonna have to have a talk tonight, get ourselves back together and bowl well tomorrow." Natalie Piston, after a tough Day 2 in the field.
DAY 3
"Yeah, came here today knowing something big had to be done, and desperately wanted to get it done. Feels good to get angry, you know. Bowling 150 ks is a great feeling - wish I could be there all the time. Certainly gets the batsman jumping, hehehe. Can't get 'em out, knock 'em out. Okay sorry, not really... probably. Anyway, good to get a couple wickets. Gotta get some more quick tomorrow morning." Wishy Casawell, after taking 2 wickets and bowling at speeds of over 150kph.
"Good to get a few away. I'll treasure this knock forever, especially if I can go on with it. Facing some top quality guys, feels great to have 56 next to my name up there. Hope to push on tomorrow and get the team to 500 plus; really drive the win home" Angel Candice, who finished Day 3 on 56 not out.
DAY 4
"Big credit to the troops this morning. They came out and bowled straight and quick, and did well to knock over the tail quickly. I'm glad I could do my part to get the team in a better position, and hope to get that century out of the way tomorrow and then push on and set a fighting target. " Natalie Piston, captain of her side, Natalie's XI, and on 68 not out at the end of Day 4.
"Been a while since I've gotten a proper start. Was great to be out in the middle with the bat for a good stint. Gutted I couldn't push on from there, but hopefully Natalie and the guys can pull through tomorrow and set a worthy target. " Marshy Archer, who made 49 on Day 4.
"Not overly concerned at the moment. They have two extremely batsman at the crease, and many to come also, but we've also got some very good enior bowlers that have given some trouble today. Important we bowl our lines tomorrow, and hopefully get these guys early. Target wise, I'd be happy to chase 200, which is still a long way from here for them. " Dorsy Casawell, captain of her side, who lead by 14 runs at the close of Day 4.
DAY 5
"Whoowee. Feels great to get that century out of the way; been a long time coming. Was very annoyed to get out right away, though. Should've kept going. Ah, well, I;m confident we can get ourselves into a good position to win from here. Tomorrow morning will be crucial." Natalie Piston, captain of her side, Natalie's XI, after scoring a century on Day 5.
DAY 6
"Ah, thanks - did my best, haha. Tried to play the anchor roll, you know. Pretty upset to get out. Well, it happens... gonna have to bowl out of our skin, though. Hate that we've put all the work on the bowlers, now." Carrot de Licious, who scored 81 on Day 6.
"Yeah, I reckon I'm close to my best at the moment. Ball's coming out of the hand real well. Really enjoying my cricket at the moment; I guess that's the key. We're having a blast. Great concept this, I'm definitely in next time they decide to put on a game like this. " Muddy Brussells, who took 4 wickets on Day 6.
"Haha, nah, I just picked up the tail, haha. Plan was to keep the runs down and I happened to get the ball in the right area enough to draw them out and get it past them. Some nice assistance from the pitch, too. I'm confident our batsman will do it, though. I'll just be sitting with my feet up for the rest of the match, I'm sure." Lin EsQuire, who also took 4 wickets on Day 6.
DAY 7
WINNING CAPTAIN
"Great effort from the guys. Everyone put in and everyone got the results they wanted as a result. Very enjoyable game; I'd definitely like to do it again. I want to thank everyone who's come out over the course of the match. The atmosphere's been great and added another level to the match. Also want to say well played to Natalie and her XI. You guys gave us a run for a money in places, a gallant effort indeed. And chillin' after each day, too. A great concept, this, and great for fans and players alike. I've had a really good time." Dorsy Casawell.
LOSING CAPTAIN
"Ah well, gotta give credit to Dorsy and her XI. Well played, guys. Exceptionally well played. We were just outclassed. A lot of fun, though. The troops put in their best efforts; came up short in the end but we'll all learn from it. Thanks to all our supporters who've come out here over the course of the match. It's all been a really friendly atmosphere, and a really great time. Hope to do this again soon." Natalie Piston.
WHISHY OF THE MATCH
"Yeeeew! I'm accepting this as a token to everyone you participated in this match, whether on the field or on the sidelines. What a great concept this has been. I'll never forget it. I want to all the guys for helping me out and making this just the best time, all the supporters who've come here to.. um, support. Haha. Been a great atmosphere, as Dors and Natalie said. You guys deserve just as big a clap as us. Awesome to be able to get that century against such a quality line up, and get the win here tonight. We'll celebrate hard tonight, both Dorsy's XI and Natalie's XI players, I'm sure. We're all one team, really. It's been so much fun interacting with each other - both teams, and mucking around after play. Great concept. Like everyone else here, I'm sure, I'd definitely do it again." Ayla Montreal.
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