Botham's Ashes - The Miracle Of Headingley 81 [1981]
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Manufacturer: 2 Entertain Video
Starring: Ian Botham
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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audience Rating: Exempt
Binding: DVD
EAN: 5014503125424
Format: PAL
Label: 2 Entertain Video
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: 2 Entertain Video
Region Code: 2
Release Date: 2005-07-11
Running Time: 109
Studio: 2 Entertain Video
Theatrical Release Date: 1981
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Summary: SLIGHTLY DISAPPOINTING
Comment: I think that they should have added the Fourth & Fifth Tests on a second DVD, and perhaps they should release the whole series on a three disc boxset. For that you get Ian Botham taking five wickets for one run in twenty-eight balls, then his century at Manchester where he had the temerity to hook Dennis Lillee not only once but twice, considering that Dennis Lillee had a very successful series and year (39 wickets in the series, 85 wickets overall in the year. Only Shane Warne has bettered that.)
There is also one priceless piece of commentary and perception made during the Headingley Match that was cut out of the original highlights, and on the DVD. It is no surprise it came from Richie Benaud, soon after Ian Botham reached Hundred, "Mike Brearley tells him to stick around" then "Who knows if they stick around much longer, who know what the England bowlers are going to do on this pitch." Now if that is in the extras great, but should have been edited back in to the main section to show what turned out to be great commentary.
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Summary: Marvellous Deliveries
Comment: I was 19 at the time and I kind of remember this a bit but I didn't have a TV then. So glad to be able to get to see it at last but was not aware that only the one match was covered as the whole series was extraordinary. I forgot just how close the scores were and I found myself cheering and shouting at the TV and getting quite nervous each time Bob Willis steamed in. The England team were amazing when you look at the line up. Didn't think Mr Boycott and Mr Dilley ever played at the same time let alone in the same team.It was good to see the interview with my cricketing hero as well. In the style of Messrs R Benaud and G Boycott, That's great cricket, that! What a marvellous video!
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Summary: A fantastic look back at the greats of yesteryear
Comment: I approached this DVD with much sceptisism, having read all the bad reviews that were circulating around. However, being a massive fan of cricket, I decided to buy it anyway as I like watching footage of old cricket.
And was I pleased? You bet I was! Loads of footage of the English greats such as Ian Botham, Graham Dilley and Bob Willis as well as the Australian legends Dennis Lillee, Geoff Lawson and Terry Alderman. The picture quality is absolutely superb and has barely aged in the twenty-five years since the test took place. You could be forgiven for thinking that the match was only a few years old.
All the highlights are here: all the fours, sixes and dismissals as well as interviews of the key players at the end and much more. This is all nicely complimented by a great, thoughtful and insightful introduction by Ian Botham.
Now for the extras. As well as career stats for all the players, English and Australian, you also get a fascinating interview with Ian Botham as he travels back to that memorable summer in 1981 and gives us an insight as to how everyone was feeling leading up to the match, during the match and its aftermath. This interview is quite lengthy and provides many fascinating stories.
There is also an opportunity to watch ball-by-ball coverage of Ian's match-saving 149, some of which is not included in the main feature as there is simply not enough time. (Yay, deleted footage!)
So all in all, if you love cricket today and want to see how much (or how little, depending on your point of view) the game has changed in a qaurter of a century or if you wish to see the men who have since become legends of this sport, pick this DVD up and give it a watch. I promise you will not be disappointed.
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Summary: Great Fun for All Cricket Lovers
Comment: This was bought for me for Christmas and I was warned that reviews had not been 100%. However, I watched it through and thoroughly enjoyed the superb vintage footage! Whilst the actual highlights are a trip down memory lane, the extras are worth everything. From the enlightening interview with Both to the 'sadly' fascinating player's stats for that Ashe's series and also their career stats.
For someone who wishes to see player's faces enjoying their game as opppsosed to a face behind a helmet... Plus English cricket as we have not seen until last summer, I do really recommend it. I does make a great present! Brilliant fun!
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Summary: Aussie bashing at its best...
Comment: Well presented DVD, the classic BBC highlights with good old Richie commentating... Botham and Willis sticking it up the Aussies... Heaven!
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