[The Cricket Thread]

Great result for Ireland, not only did they beat England, but managed two world records in the process. Also, what a great day for the O'Brien family, I watched the interview his mother and father gave from the stands in Bangalore, his brother is also in the squad

Seemingly, England could poach Kevin O'Brien from Ireland ..... see here .... and the bookies are already in on the action.

[Andy Murray Latest and General Tennis Chat]

Murray humped by Baghdatis in the 1st round in Rotterdam, 6-4 6-1. Started the game 3-0 then lost 12 of his next 14 games.

Post-final slump again. Wonder how long this one will last.

That was an atrocious performance from Murray, but you need to give Baghdatis respect. When he is on his game he can play some great tennis.

Hopefully, Murray's slump won't last too long. I see he has pulled out of Dubai, next week, with a wrist problem. Thankfully, he only has 45 points to defend.

Next up is Indian Wells, all going well, where he got knocked out in the QF's last year, so has 180 points to defend. Then the ATP tour heads out to Miami where Andy managed to get beaten in straight sets in the 2nd Round, so fortunately he has only 10 points to defend.

The dullard which is Robin Soderling got knocked-out in the semi's in both Indian Wells and Miami, so has 360 points to defend at each event. If Murray is on his game he should easily mange to regain the no. 4 spot again.