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The Warne effect cuts two ways

Posted on 10/17/2006 in Hampshire

There were two distinct Hampshires in 2006: one with Shane Warne leading with verve, imagination and aggression, another more timid variety, left to their own devices during his trips home. There is no doubt that Hampshire have developed a Warne complex, emboldened by his formidable presence and like a toddler without a parent in his absence. Warne must surely be the best captain Australia never had. To watch him change his field at least once an over, manoeuvring, cajoling, intimidating all at once, is an education and Hampshire have reaped a huge benefit from his wholehearted commitment. At least they won promotion from the second division of the one-day league, worthy enough in itself, but the big target was the Championship and third place was only just acceptable. Chris Tremlett’s frequent injuries restricted him to nine Championship matches and saw him fall down the England pecking order but the rapid development of James Bruce, James Adams, Michael Carberry and Chris Benham partially made up for it. But there was only one serious contender for player of the year, chosen by the other players, and that was John Crawley for his 1,737 Championship runs at 66. As for the Rose Bowl ‘minefield’, it is improving by the year.

Pat Symes The Wisden Cricketer

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