Match Thread Season 01, Round 2: Western Stars (WST) vs Keptin Mafia (KEP) at Bainlea Oval

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Round 2 Preview: Western Stars (WST) vs Keptin Mafia (KEP) at Bainlea Oval


The Western Stars (WST) host the Keptin Mafia (KEP) at Bainlea Oval in what promises to be a thrilling Round 2 clash. Both teams come into the game on the back of impressive victories in Round 1 and will be looking to maintain their momentum.


Western Stars (WST):
The Stars delivered a commanding 107-run win over the Qoalas in Round 1, showcasing their depth with both bat and ball. Their first innings was headlined by a sublime century from BLUEALLTHRU, while their second innings was rescued from a precarious 4/65 by a monumental 199-run partnership between Pugsley and Robertio, both reaching three figures.


With the ball, the Stars were relentless, consistently dismantling the Qoalas' batting lineup. EltonJohnsWig was the standout, claiming 6/53 in the second innings, and will look to replicate that form in front of a home crowd.


Keptin Mafia (KEP):
The Keptin Mafia were the only team to defend their home turf in Round 1, securing a solid 4-wicket win over Fulmina. Their bowlers worked as a cohesive unit, with sabso's 5/70 in the second innings being a standout performance.


In the batting department, dogs105 narrowly missed out on a century with a heartbreaking 99 in the first innings, while their second innings saw three players score 50+, steering them to a comfortable victory. This balanced effort with both bat and ball makes them a formidable opponent.


Key Matchup:
The Stars’ explosive middle order, led by BLUEALLTHRU, Pugsley, and Robertio, versus KEP’s disciplined bowling attack, spearheaded by sabso. The battle for control in the middle overs could determine the outcome of this match.

Prediction:
With both teams in excellent form, this clash could go down to the wire. The Stars have the home-ground advantage, but the Mafia’s well-rounded unit has the tools to upset the hosts. Expect a tightly contested encounter at Bainlea Oval.

Captains, please submit your teams by 8pm AEDT on Friday

HARPSichord BigChippa52 Chipmunk

 

[Chipmunk]

1st v 2nd, let’s goooo

 

[Pamcake1]

Good morning Special Patrol and all you Kleptomaniacs out there.

 

[thewizardmelon]

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Round 2 Preview: Western Stars (WST) vs Keptin Mafia (KEP) at Bainlea Oval


The Western Stars (WST) host the Keptin Mafia (KEP) at Bainlea Oval in what promises to be a thrilling Round 2 clash. Both teams come into the game on the back of impressive victories in Round 1 and will be looking to maintain their momentum.


Western Stars (WST):
The Stars delivered a commanding 107-run win over the Qoalas in Round 1, showcasing their depth with both bat and ball. Their first innings was headlined by a sublime century from BLUEALLTHRU, while their second innings was rescued from a precarious 4/65 by a monumental 199-run partnership between Pugsley and Robertio, both reaching three figures.


With the ball, the Stars were relentless, consistently dismantling the Qoalas' batting lineup. EltonJohnsWig was the standout, claiming 6/53 in the second innings, and will look to replicate that form in front of a home crowd.


Keptin Mafia (KEP):
The Keptin Mafia were the only team to defend their home turf in Round 1, securing a solid 4-wicket win over Fulmina. Their bowlers worked as a cohesive unit, with sabso's 5/70 in the second innings being a standout performance.


In the batting department, dogs105 narrowly missed out on a century with a heartbreaking 99 in the first innings, while their second innings saw three players score 50+, steering them to a comfortable victory. This balanced effort with both bat and ball makes them a formidable opponent.


Key Matchup:
The Stars’ explosive middle order, led by BLUEALLTHRU, Pugsley, and Robertio, versus KEP’s disciplined bowling attack, spearheaded by sabso. The battle for control in the middle overs could determine the outcome of this match.

Prediction:
With both teams in excellent form, this clash could go down to the wire. The Stars have the home-ground advantage, but the Mafia’s well-rounded unit has the tools to upset the hosts. Expect a tightly contested encounter at Bainlea Oval.

Captains, please submit your teams by 8pm AEDT on Friday

HARPSichord BigChippa52 Chipmunk

First game at home, let’s make sure we doctor the have a good pitch ready for these mafia goons!

 

[thewizardmelon]

1st v 2nd, let’s goooo

Hoping for the opposite of the pre-season hitout!

 

[Pamcake1]

First game at home, let’s make sure we doctor the have a good pitch ready for these mafia goons!

 

[HARPSichord]

Didn't we just play these guys?!

 

[Pugsley]

Bring it plastic Mafia.

 

[thewizardmelon]

Bring it plastic Mafia.

Mafia types like bribes right? Let’s just hand them envelopes of ‘cash’ and we can avoid the tiresome effort of 5 days in the sun

 

[Pugsley]

Mafia types like bribes right? Let’s just hand them envelopes of ‘cash’ and we can avoid the tiresome effort of 5 days in the sun

Make them a godfather offer.

 

[Pamcake1]

Make them a godfather offer.

With a grandfather clause.

 

[philreich]

It's not how you play the game - it's whether you win that counts. Hang on - I might have got a bit mixed up there......

 

[MWPP]

Hi Stars
With both of our teams coming off wins and perfect training conditions , the short turnaround can’t be an excuse for either of us

I have never been to Bainlea before but did manage to use tony ‘s sources to quietly tour the facilities

 

[GreyCrow]

One team will be undefeated after this game

 

[GreyCrow]

Mafia types like bribes right? Let’s just hand them envelopes of ‘cash’ and we can avoid the tiresome effort of 5 days in the sun

 

[sabso]

Welcome to the comp Stars, or should I say welcome back HARPSichord and Robertio

 

[Robertio]

One team will be undefeated after this game

Bad luck to the Mafia

 

[Robertio]

Welcome to the comp Stars, or should I say welcome back HARPSichord and Robertio

Don't get smart mate, I'm coming off a century.

 

[sabso]

Don't get smart mate, I'm coming off a century.

I specialise in dismissing the top scorers.

 

[Robertio]

I specialise in dismissing the top scorers.

We are so good i wasn't even top scorer, I'll be coming down the pitch at you.

 

[MWPP]

We are so good i wasn't even top scorer, I'll be coming down the pitch at you.

Are you set for a promotion up the order as a Keeper-Batsman?

 

[MC Bad Genius]

Mafia types like bribes right? Let’s just hand them envelopes of ‘cash’ and we can avoid the tiresome effort of 5 days in the sun

We already fixed a whole T20 league, so you've gotta make it worth our while:

The T20 tournament that wasn’t: how fixers fabricated the UvaT20 League | Andy Bull

In the midst of the pandemic, a Sri Lankan site promised ‘star-studded teams’ and international players … but it was a scam

www.theguardian.com

 

[Robertio]

Are you set for a promotion up the order as a Keeper-Batsman?

No MWPP i like where i am, if i score a hundred I'm a batsman keeper and if i fail I'm just the wicketkeeper.

 

[Pugsley]

Bad luck to the Mafia

 

[Pugsley]

No MWPP i like where i am, if i score a hundred I'm a batsman keeper and if i fail I'm just the wicketkeeper.

199 run partnership. We are the smash brothers.