Nash Bash Part Two

Do you bat, sir?
By Barmy Kev
January 28 2007

Here is Part Two of Barmy Kev's report on the David Nash benefit day. Did Barmy Kev hit a six off the final ball to win the match? And do such things matter in the greater scheme of things? Read on and find out.

Barmy Kev at Sixes and Sevens for the Benefit of Knocker - Part Two
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Game 3. Are you watching Drunken Fletcher?
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I was picked for game 3 with the thought that copious amounts of wine might enhance my performance. We were fielding first, so I had to bowl. I was no. 3 bowler and no wickets down and a fast run rate already been made.

My aim was to just concentrate on line and length, with some wrist spin, and let batsman deal as they see fit. First ball, top edge dropped at short mid on. I was not impressed and gave fielder a rant ( debatably exasperated due to red wine). 3rd ball, similar, but this time caught out , an ecstatic celebration from me. My over cost 8, with three in wides. Given a total of 84 for 1 from 6 overs , my figures relatively impressive, especially as only wicket taker.

Then it was our turn to bat. I came in with 3 wickets down, way behind run rate. I ‘m not a slogger, so played neat touches for singles or threes if hit wall. When backing up, I would effectively scamper singles , in expectation I’d be run out and our big hitter at no.6 would replace me; but I rode my luck.

My tenacity and luck, resulted in me facing a last ball with team needing a 6. This was my chance for a moment of glory. Alas, I was caught behind going for massive slog, but was proud I proved to be a potential match winner, albeit in a lost cause.

Sobering Thought. Some Perspective
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We had some great speakers, Alvin Kallicharran describing his abuse from Lillie and Thompson, in a most non-politically correct way, . Then Chris Cowdery, with a great anecdote of his son son’s trial at Sorry and how it was stated that class always misses a generation.

Most poignantly, there was Nash, who said at least 3 times “he is not accustomed to public speaking.” But his words touched a nerve. He mentioned the “Shooting Stars Charity” where a percentage of his proceeds are going towards. This charity provides terminally ill children with “once in a life time trips”. He then pointed towards the Lords ground and stated this was his office and despite his and our teams struggles, seeing these unfortunate children in their horrific situation, should put everything into context and we should all be grateful and live for the moment.

Nearly a Perfect Day
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It was great to meet quality people from various cricket perspectives I enjoyed making new friends and discovered two other aliases on this site and maybe a new contributor. Our academy and production line that sounds very promising. If I only connected for that 6 required at end!

All together now
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David Nash, David Nash, David David Nash
He’s got no hair, but we don’t care
David David Nash