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HEADLINE: Richards calls on Hetmyer to take more mature approach to game
CaribbeanCricket.com
2021-05-13 12:45:20
West Indies legend, Viv Richards, has called on talented young batsman Shimron Hetmyer to take a more mature approach to cricket, in order to realize and maximize his full potential.
In the same breath, the iconic former batsman fondly referred to as the ‘Master Blaster,’ believes any failure by the player to do so would be a great loss not just to the West Indies, but the sport as a whole.
“You’ve got to put in the work [because] if you take half measure, then you are going to get half measure results for sure. Shortcuts in this particular profession are of no substance and I am not sure if what I am saying here now will get to him at some point, but the individual is a talented individual and there are times when I see him on the field and he is pretty playful like he is still a kid and he actually has to be a little more mature at this stage now,” Richards told the Antigua Observer.
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vsingh
2021-05-13 13:00:04
In reply to CaribbeanCricket.com
there are times when I see him on the field and he is pretty playful like he is still a kid and he actually has to be a little more mature at this stage now,” Richards told the Antigua Observer.
Is Emir Masta Blasta?
Anyways being playful does not mean you're not focused.
StumpCam
2021-05-13 13:37:15
While I do agree with Sir Viv general sentiment regarding the traditional forms of cricket, I think Hety has performed admirably in T20s between the wickets and in the field!
WestDem
2021-05-13 15:56:11
In reply to StumpCam
What is the real reason for Hety's falling out with the CWI and Selectors? I have read numerous reasons...failed test, not focused, now he is not mature...wonder what's next? This all started after his refusal to go to Bangladesh. Many others who did the same are allowed back, Hety passed the same test a few days later...I am confused!
imusic
2021-05-13 16:02:03
In reply to WestDem
Go and shop in de mall and nuh worry bout Hety
WestDem
2021-05-13 16:07:41
imusic
2021-05-13 16:20:57
In reply to WestDem
Hety safe with West Indies AND franchise teams bruh. Nuh fret
StumpCam
2021-05-13 16:25:20
In reply to WestDem
Your guess is as good as mine!
Raisedseam
2021-05-13 16:25:42
fuss time masta blasta use' particular' and 'individual ' seprately
mad dem multi millionaire yute Hitmyer
sgtdjones
2021-05-13 17:01:20
Massy
2021-05-13 17:34:22
I personally feel that with more discipline and WI commitment he can be the next Viv Richards
I’m convinced that he has all of the natural talent to succeed .
Fivestar
2021-05-13 18:30:36
In reply to Massy
I'm convinced that he has all the natural talent to succeed.
You are correct but the problem is it takes more than just talent to succeed in international cricket.
openning
2021-05-13 19:02:00
In reply to WestDem
Roger Harper bring no independence or purpose to the post, if you look at the reasons why the Ladies all kept their contracts and the men did not, you will see the difference between someone who has a vision.
Heard him yesterday on the Mason show, he was reading from the CWI manual.
Not once did he spoke about the virus and bugle players are in, and some had to missed tournaments.
I had an eye on him with the non selection of Permaul on the tour to England.
India has just selected a number of spinners on it tour to England, an insult to what Harper was was saying, on spinners in England.
Jumpstart
2021-05-13 20:05:16
In reply to openning
I disagree with that totally. This is not a patronage train like the organization de big idiot was running with Browne-nose as his desiminator of gifts. Harper, Simmons, and CWI's objective is to get the men's team competitive again. The men's team is our crownibg jewel and they are demanding excellence. Fitness is the most important thing to a top cricketer. You can't think if you are unfit. My only issue is if you are going to give Hayden Walsh a contract, then you should have given Hetmeyer one. I see Hetmeyer as having a longer run in the WI set up than Walsh. That being said, i have no issues with the panel. For the first time in a very long time, the board is setting and outlining KPI's that the players have to satisfy. Its not a friend thing here. Which is why CB is out in the cold. Hetmeyer is going to come out stronger from this
openning
2021-05-13 20:48:29
In reply to Jumpstart
Can you tell me the difference with these two team contracts?
CWI OFFERS INCREASED NUMBER OF WEST INDIES WOMEN’S RETAINER CONTRACTS FOR 2021-2022 SEASON
This marks a continuation of CWI’s investment into Women’s and Girls cricket which aims to strengthen and widen the talent pool available, as well as encourage greater participation into the women’s game.
CWI’s Lead Selector for Women’s and Girls cricket, Ann Browne-John said
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CWI ANNOUNCES WEST INDIES MEN’S CENTRAL CONTRACTS FOR 2021-2022 SEASON
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Contracts offered for the 2021-22 period sees 18 players being retained, a decrease of 4 from last year. Jason Holder is the only player to retain his all-format contract due to his strong Test and T20I performances during the evaluation period.”
Mr. Harper added,
“There are several new players offered red ball contracts earned by their strong performances during the last period. A number of players were not retained because they did not meet the minimum requirements.”
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WestDem
2021-05-13 20:58:29
In reply to Jumpstart
Fitness is the most important thing to a top cricketer.
You really believe all this is about fitness? If its about fitness, then why not being focus and immaturity are also used...btw how long after he failed that so called fitness test it was announced he passed the same test?
WestDem
2021-05-13 21:06:48
In reply to openning
Heard him yesterday on the Mason show, he was reading from the CWI manual that he inherited.
Fix this up a little for you... use to be a fan of Roger but after he helped created division among cricket boards locally and Guyana cricket in a downward spiral, vendetta among those administrators in Guyana is now extended to the players like Hety and Permaul ...
Jumpstart
2021-05-13 22:48:01
In reply to WestDem
Yes i do. Why do you think India is the no 1 side and is a conveyor belt for fast bowlers now
InHindsight
2021-05-14 10:37:31
I have no fears for Hetmyer and his future .
There is too much brouh haha by his fellow Muddies. This will only make make an obviously very talented Hety more focused. He needed that
Overthrow
2021-05-14 12:15:51
Hety enjoys being on a cricket field. He has an infectious smile, enjoying the game as he plays. Sir Viv had his style Hety has his. Exceptionally talented batsman, very good in the field and appears to get along very well with others. I enjoy watching him play.
imusic
2021-05-14 14:41:08
Everybody have talk fuh Hety.
He should do dis. He should do dat.
Nobody tellin kraigg Brathwaite that he need to focus on scoring runs for his county team
WestDem
2021-05-14 16:21:47
In reply to imusic
Nobody tellin kraigg Brathwaite that he need to focus on scoring runs for his county team
Kraigg poking in the English spring freezing him up, literally...imagining batting for 40 overs in the cold weather for a 30'something,you are frozen... Openenning called him so I expect a big score in his game starting 5/20...
FuzzyWuzzy
2021-05-15 00:14:37
In reply to imusic
What does this thread have to do with Kraigg? You too transparent.
Runs
2021-05-15 10:18:23
In reply to WestDem
Muse messed with one a dem gal? 
Narper
2021-05-15 16:39:50
I clearly remember when Sir Viv told Blackwood to keep on playing his natural game....Blackwood almost self destructed before he reversed that ....and now trying the mature approach with much success
So I see Viv is now giving Hety the mature advice 
Not too old to learn Sir Viv....dem boys not genius like you were...dem natural game gets dem out early o'clock
Narper
2021-05-15 16:49:02
In reply to WestDem
This all started after his refusal to go to Bangladesh. Many others who did the same are allowed back, Hety passed the same test a few days later...I am confused!
cool
management don't like de blond head....you see the same thing happened with keemo...he blond his head...and he gawn
Dukes
2021-05-16 03:59:34
