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Hokitika Guardian, 28 February 1921, Page 4

CRICKET.

rAUSTRALIAN & N.Z, CAULK ASSOCIATION] fifth test match. MACARTNEY’S FINE SCORING. SYDNEY, February 27. The second day’s play in the fifth est match commenced in intensely hot veather, the wicket being excellent and ,he stands were quickly occupied by Fade seekers. The bulk of the male spectators discarded coats and collars „ou,ght solace in handkerchief folds, he ° arena presenting a magpie spectacle. . The Englishmen were obviously nlfccted by the heat, the majority wearing sombreros and regaling themselves with liquid refreshments. Macartney and Taylor settled down to careful play but the latter added nnlv 10 when Hendren annexed an opportunity at third man off Doiigla. • 3-32-89. , . , , Macartney and Gregory played steadily Gregory particularly watching ball closely, but relentlessly loose deliveries. The batsmen Rr.idu all v collared the howling and laid foundation of the partnqrship v added two short of the double cent,..? to the score. . , M»c»rh K y Iff' 1>«*« ” crisp all round wicket str<*«- <'£ tiler confirmed the ccpntat.o, that m is the first flight of the world , hats men. When 02, Macartney ntlcniptcil to drive a no tail from Fende, n t missed the hall which hit the wicket. Gregory then threatened to overtake Macartney hut the latter drew away approaching the century and establishing a lead of 30. Ootrorv entered the 90s compiled bv vigorous forceful batting, chiefly m front of the wicket. At 93 Gregory touched a fast ball from Fender, Sti ml-wic-k smartly accepting. Armstrong followed, but was brilliantly taken one hand at first slip by Woolley. ’ . The same over Ryder was .set the task of retrieving his victorious reputation, tint exposed his wicket to Fender who promptly expressed his appreciation by hitting the middle peg. Macartney opened out in artistic fashion reaching 157 by a faultless display. By the tea adjournment Douglas had tried six howlers before meeting with success. Fender earlier in the day had 33 runs registered against him for no nickels, hut oil his second visit to the crease he found a length. Immediately after lea Macartney abandoned caution and indulged in Ixnindarv shots on the slightest provocation, equalling Collins's 152 in the previous best score in tests this season. After four hours’ play a’ lew runs later he lifted Fender to outside midon where Hobbs took an easy catch. Macartney’s effort was chanceless and brilliant. Seven for 35(5. Kelleway and Carter found the fence on several occasions before returning to tlie pavilion. Mailey, running down the pitch missed Wilson and was clean bowled. The innings terminated for 392. Fender howling well and pitching in leg-breaks carried ofF the bowling honours with five for 90.

The fielding, though greatly Handicapped by the terrific heat, was excellent. Hendren as usual repeatedly eliciting applause for his splendid workon rlie boundaries. ,

England opened their second innings with Rhodes and Woolley to the bowling of McDonald and Kelleway.

With one opposite his name Woolley played a straight bat to a good length ball from Kelleway, and the bowler effected a smart catch.

Makepeace fared little better. He. tipped one from McDbnald dangerously close to Armstrong’s left hand it second slip. In the succeeding over he tempted Gregory at first slip, off Kelleway and the fieldsman accepted it.

2-7-14. Wilson and Rhodes played out time, The attendance was 33,000 and the takings £3,000. The following are the scores: ENG LAN I ) F! RST IN NI N GS. Hobbs, l.b.w. b. Gregory 40 Rhodes, c. Carter b. Kelleway 26 .Makepeace, c. Gregory, b. Mailey 3 Hendren, c. Carter, b. Gregory ... 5 Woolley, h. McDonald 53 Russell, c. Gregory, b. Mailey ... 19 Douglas, (not out) 32 Fender, c. Gregory, b. Kelleway ... 2 Wilson, c. Carter, 1). Kelleway ... 5 Parkin, e. Taylor, b. Kelleway, ... 9 Strudwick, 1). Gregory 2 Sundries 8

Total 204 AUSTR A LI A —FIRST INNINGS. Collins, c. Fender, b. Parkin 5 Bardsley, c. Fender, b. Douglas ... 7 Macartney, c Hobbs, b Fender Taylor, c Hendren, b Douglas ...... 32 Gregory, c Strudiwck, b Fender ... 93 Armstrong, c Woolley, b Fender ... 0 Ryder, b. Fender 2 Kelleway, c Strudwick, b Wilson... 32 Carter, e Woolley, b Fender 1 > Mailey b Wilson 5 McDonald, not out 3 Extras 26 Total 392 The wickets fell as follows: One for 10, two for 24, three for 89, four for 287, five for 287, six for 313, seven for 356, eight for 384, nine for 385, ten for 302. Bowling analysis: Rhodes none for 23, Fender five for 90 (one no-hall), Parkin one for 83, Douglas two for 84. ENGLAND 2nd. INNINGS. Woolley, o and b Kelleway 1 Rhodes, not out 10 Makepeace,- <• Gregory, b Kelleway 7 Wilson, not out 4 Extras 2

Total for two wickets 24 ENGLISHMEN’S FAILURE. LONDON, February 25. The “Guardian,” on the failure of the English eleven in Australia, says: “It is a common topic that the team lias not been-a happy family. If there ifi no foundation for the rumour it should be scotched. If true, it should be ventilated in justice to several great cricketers whose reputation has not improved as a result of the tour.

ENGLISH PLAYERS WAIL. | LONDON, February 26. I Fendbr, in a cable to the “Daily ‘News” says the Autralians bowled well ’here is something wrong with us. ; fTob'bs was given out a very half- j learfed appeal. Afterwards nobody but Jon bias looked like playing the howlng. The crowd barracked Hobbs for his slow fielding despite his injury. | Wilson, in a cable to the “Daily Express” says: Australia is straining iverv nerve to win the last test. Our matting is extremely disappointing and the game went against us before good howling and fielding. It was unworthy for the section of the crowd to jeer at Hobbs running lame. “The Times” says our unfortunate cricketers go from bad to worse. Handicapped by misfortune and dispirited liv defeats they are unlikely to do any- j thing exceptional against their opponents whose belief in themselves mtisl now be limitless. WILSON—FENDER CABLES. STRONGLY RESENTED AT SYDNEY. SYDNEY, February 26. Tin' cables from Fender and Wilson to the Loudon papers regarding the alleged jeering at Hobbs, were circulated on the Sydney cricket ground on Saturday evening. They caused much indignation and protests. Fender and Wilson admitted the correctness of the cables. Fender added: “You can hear more in the middle of the ground lliap on the press stand.” Wilson maintaind that a section of the crowd was hostile to Hobbs. He now said that it was a disgrace, and he meant every word that he had cabled.

The Secretary of the Board of Control and other leading cricketers who were present variously stigmatised the cables ns “absolutely wrong,” “ridiculous'’, “unjustified,’’ and “foolish.”

They unanimously hold that Hobbs was given sympathetic encouragement and in proof of this, they quote the fact that a quiet crowd gathered early in the forenoon to watch Hobbs try himself out, and general satisfaction

was expressed when it was announced that lie had come to the plucky determination to play, despite his injury. ! His appearances on the field at the* opening of the innings and throughout the play-, and when he was dismissed, were all greeted with appreciative applause and sympathetic comment.

j Another noticeable feature was that ' whenever Hobbs was making runs no Australian threw the ball at the wicket to which he was limping.

It is ascertained Hobbs himself made no complaint regarding his treatment.

, HENDRY TO GO TO ENGLAND. SYDNEY, February 27. Hendry lias been selected as loth, man in place of Kelleway for the English tour. CAPTAIN OF THE TEAM. SYDNEY, February ”0. The Board of Control has appointed Armstrong as Captain and Collins as vice-Captain for the English tour. Both, with fellow will be selectors. Kelleway’s successor has not yet been selected. TEST MATCH COMMENT. i SYDNEY, February 26. The -Herald” says Hoblfl played with enforced restraint. He was hampered by his recent injury in regard to footwork, specially when endeavouring to bring into play his charming repertoire of on side strokes. Woolley gave the best’ display of the innings. He is a free, vigorous, attractive sporting batsman, always ready to take a risk. It is unusual to see two fast bowlers opening the attack, but- it- was not a slow bowlers day. Kelleway secured the best figures and also howled the best, several times missing the stumps by n coat of varnish.

Th e “Telegraph” says if anything may lie said about t-ho match which was poor it is about the catching of Gregory. He took astonishing catches in the slips. Carter set the seal of greatness oil his fame, as a wicket keeper. Fender’s catching of Collins and Bardsley was reminiscent of Ranii or Macla ren. Tlie English men were in trouble throughout their innings, which is a tribute to the bowling of Kelleway. who kicked and swung at will. The match is full of possibilities.

CANTERBURY V. AUSTRALIA

CHRISTCHURCH. Februarv 26

The following have been chosen to represent' Canterbury against Australia at Lancaster Park on March 11, 12 and 14:— R. C. Blunt, L. R. Bruiiton, E. Brosnahan, W. Hayes, D. McLnclilnn, M. L. Page, W. R. Patrick, R. Read, 1). AY. Reese, D. Sandman and R. D. AA r orker.