Discussion BBL|09 SuperCoach BBL In Game Discussion

[Young gun]

Khawaja now a serious option?

The Pakistan test series doesn't affect BBL SC but now Khawaja only has one Sheffield shield game 5 days before the first NZ test and Australia's middle order to fail in the Pak series to get back into the test team. If you are going to have Khawaja in your SC team you better start planning because his chances of playing in the BBL are high.
Edit. Now that I think about since Shield games go for 4 days he has 0 first class games to put his case forward before the first test.

 

[Tails]

The Pakistan test series doesn't affect BBL SC but now Khawaja only has one Sheffield shield game 5 days before the first NZ test and Australia's middle order to fail in the Pak series to get back into the test team. If you are going to have Khawaja in your SC team you better start planning because his chances of playing in the BBL are high.

Not cheap for a bat only option .... will certainly consider but haven't had a serious look yet ...

 

[Diabolical]

Khawaja now a serious option?

Bats high up the order ✅
Solid T20 History (av 32 at SR 128) ✅
DGW in Rd 1 (minimises risk of a 0 for a BAT only) ✅
It’s a yes from me!

 

[7/11]

Bats high up the order ✅
Solid T20 History (av 32 at SR 128) ✅
DGW in Rd 1 (minimises risk of a 0 for a BAT only) ✅
It’s a yes from me!

Plays against two relatively tame attacks on friendly surfaces for batting (Gabba and Geelong) ✅

 

[Diabolical]

Plays against two relatively tame attacks on friendly surfaces for batting (Gabba and Geelong) ✅

Excellent point!

 

[Tails]

Plays against two relatively tame attacks on friendly surfaces for batting (Gabba and Geelong) ✅

Not a lot of week 1 DGW options around his price point that I can see after a quick look ....

 

[Connoisseur]

Plays against two relatively tame attacks on friendly surfaces for batting (Gabba and Geelong) ✅

Excellent point!

Also, no bye throughout the season allowing him to become a core player for our sides whilst the remaining rotate with doubles. Worst case scenario involves a poor performance in RD1 but this provides an avenue to R Khan assuming a DPP is selected in the bowling lineup.

 

[Diabolical]

Plays against two relatively tame attacks on friendly surfaces for batting (Gabba and Geelong) ✅

Also, no bye throughout the season allowing him to become a core player for our sides whilst the remaining rotate with doubles. Worst case scenario involves a poor performance in RD1 but this provides an avenue to R Khan assuming a DPP is selected in the bowling lineup.

I think we’ve got this!

 

[Professor]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1194916671976116225

 

[Darkie]

AUSTRALIA TEST SQUAD

Tim Paine (c), Cameron Bancroft, Joe Burns, Pat Cummins (vc), Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head (vc), Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Michael Neser, James Pattinson, Steven Smith, Mitchell Starc, Matthew Wade, David Warner

Notable omissions:
Usman Khawaja, Marcus Harris, Peter Siddle

Happy to see Bancroft and especially Burns back, he's been hard done by. Presumably he plays.

Quite surprised to see Khawaja miss the squad altogether, although I've just been reminded that he's 33 next month and only averages 41. Maybe it's time to give a younger batsman a proper run.

 

[7/11]

As promised here are the DGW Round Players Must Haves and To Consider lists for Round 1. Will try and do the others over the next few weeks. Kinda got tired of writing up the last few players so have just listed them for now.

Round 1
Must Haves
Tom Curran: Bowls death overs, is a quality batsman when required and athletic in the field. Makes things happen when he's involved and will definitely be one of the top 3 captaincy choices come Round 1. Safe captaincy choice if you have a stab at a VC from the Heat or Thunder for the first match of the round.

Ben Cutting: Massive potential for points but inconsistent. Fortunately he might be consistently bowling more overs with less bowling stocks about the Heat this season. However, he may not be batting as high as he did at times last season with Banton joining the team as a specialist opener. Great VC choice if you're willing to take a punt.

Usman Khawaja: Uzzie is set for a huge BBL if he doesn't get selected for the NZ series. Dominates the BBL when he comes back to it and has a great start up draw vs the Heat and Renegades on friendly ovals (GABBA and Geelong).

Chris Morris: The South African quick is my absolute must for the round 1 double as he will definitely take wickets and cause some havoc if he can pump up the pace. If he bowls the death overs like he's been touted to, he is a genuine bargain for SuperCoaches. Cannot express how much of a must this guy is and I haven't even mentioned his handiness with the bat.

To Consider
Tom Banton: The English import has a big reputation to uphold and has a great opportunity to start off with a bang with his double. Hits the ball to the legside very hard, with his strikes over mid on a feature of his batting. Does like to play the reverse sweep and the ramp, which is a trademark of the new generation of batsmen these days. Could well be a top 10 batsman if he starts off on the right foot.

Sean Abbott: Repeat offender at disappointing me but I can't discredit his knack for racking up SuperCoach points. Bowls at the death regularly and is set for a big season with the T/20 WC around the corner. If you don't start him, you could potentially miss out on a 300+ score as if he gets on a roll he takes decent hauls. Can bat as well if required.

Chris Lynn: The remaining member of the Bash Bros. Had a rather disappointing season last time round but he is hellbent on getting himself into the T/20 WC, so he could well have a massive campaign to ensure his spot. I'll likely be without him, but its mainly because I can't fit him in.

Matt Renshaw: Bowls and potentially bats top 4 for the Heat. If they decide to keep Ur Rahman for the middle overs then Renshaw is a huge chance of opening the bowling for 1 if not 2 overs. Showed his skills in a couple of innings last season so could well do a good job for SuperCoaches during the double round.

Daniel Sams
Moises Henriques
Chris Tremain
Josh Philippe

 

[7/11]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1194916671976116225

Morne Morkel was playing for Manly in the T/20 competition so he's potentially a chance to have been signed. Could easily be one of the test players though.

 

[THCLT]

For those unaware, @7/11 has been kind enough to share his thoughts and opinions of key players for ALL teams heading into the BBL|09 season, plus his suggestion on the 'must haves' for the season. It's a ripping thread so click on the link below and you won't be disappointed that you did.

Detailed Player's Overview for ALL Teams

 

[THCLT]

Don't forget to also revisit @Diabolical excellent analysis & tables under posts 407 & 408 in this thread if you're still deliberating between selection a DG player v a SG player.

 

[Diabolical]

Don't forget to also revisit @Diabolical excellent analysis & tables under posts 407 & 408 in this thread if you're still deliberating between selection a DG player v a SG player.

Aw shucks!

 

[Darkie]

Australia:
Harris => Burns

Me:
Burns => Harris

 

[Ben's Beasts]

Australia:
Harris => Burns

Me:
Burns => Harris

Yep, Harris at his price, is a great option for our benches.

Expect his ownership to be very high when the season begins.

 

[Ben's Beasts]

Steve Smith has signed for the Sixers. He replaces Nevill in the squad.

Smith will be available towards the back end of the season after he returns from the Aussies ODI tour of India. He is likely to play the last two or three games of the regular season and finals pending the Sixers qualification.

 

[Damion23]

Looks like Nevill has been removed from the game. great loophole now for anyone who has him.

 

[Connoisseur]

Steve Smith has signed for the Sixers. He replaces Nevill in the squad.

Smith will be available towards the back end of the season after he returns from the Aussies ODI tour of India. He is likely to play the last two or three games of the regular season and finals pending the Sixers qualification.

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1195117210227752960

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1195082852053839872

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1195083565806968832

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1195093736138498049

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1195099085423992832