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1. Coach: A good coach must know his team's minds - he should be able to control it at times. He should have had similar experience leading various teams. Physical disability is not a hindrance for this post. Who amongst the following meets these criteria?
2. Batting: A good 'bat' must be sensible, intelligent, know when to play safe and when to attack! I was elated when my choice for the opening batsman shared my enthusiasm - he assured me that he hated jokers and two-faced characters in the team! Who is my opening batsman?
3. All-Rounder: It is imperative that a good team must have a strong all-rounder. I had no difficulty in choosing mine - a super bat, flies better than Jonty when fielding! Strong as steel and really fast, he has just one elemental weakness (I hope those Aussies don't catch on to that!). Who is my all-rounder?
4. Opener: The key to any team's success lies in its openers! Sensible yet powerful when attacking, an opener must use his powers to the right use. I was perplexed when my opener made a strange request to me - that I ask the Aussies NOT to wear their yellow jerseys! (Strange...). Who is my opening batsman?
5. Pinch-hitter: I was authorized to pick any player, provided they were NOT gods! I exploited this small loop-hole in the terms when I picked this player in my team. A good pinch hitter should send the balls out of the park - he assured that though he had no experience fighting Kangaroos (he prefers lions, hydras, bulls, birds etc), he will still give it his best! Who is this God-sent player?
6. Runner: Coaches emphasize on the importance of running between the wickets - the good teams convert ones into twos, twos into threes etc. To strengthen this aspect of the game, I drafted in a very key player - my only problem being the scorers and his partners might not be able to keep track of his running! Who is my star runner?
7. Bowling: Though age may NOT be on his side, I am pretty confident that my star bowler can fox the Aussie batsman with his magical spells. His experience in fighting against all odds is a big plus! Who is my strike bowler?
8. Spinner: To combat the Aussie batsman, a good spinner is essential. Who better than my choice for this post - he will tangle Ponting and his men in a web. Of course, it is a minor bonus if any of these Aussies have Arachnophobia! Who is the spinner for Ace's XI?
9. Vice - Captain: It was no surprise that I chose this beauty to be my deputy! A good vice-captain should always know what the opposition is thinking! Of course, a little manipulation of the opponents (via telekinesis) will do no harm, I guess! Of course, good brains also mean that she could calculate (and understand) the Duckworth/Lewis (D/L) method. Who is my assistant?
10. Back-Up plan - Irrespective of how strong a team, one must always have a back -up plan. This was the guiding principle behind the selection of this femme fatale! After all, one can't play cricket in rain! Oh, I must keep the dressing windows (and doors) open so that it doesn't get too cramped in there! In case, we are in a bad situation, all I have to do is give her the freedom to exercise her powers. Who is my trump card?
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