Johnston.. David Trent !

Sorry it's cricket again, think I must be suffering withdrawal symptoms !

Pardon me if I may, no need to hasten away, pull up a chair sit down and stay

switch off that mobile, forget facebook, twitter so we can communally chitter,

I'll make a brew one lump or two? Then I'll tell you about a fine Irish cricketer, 

so as you're now sitting cordially content, permit me to wax lyrical and verbally vent!

 

Strong the allure of any Irish tour so many thrilling matches, seldom demure

And just as worthy as any before, this current Irish team were top drawer

the vintage of March 2013, U. A. E. the venue and opposing team

though always the perfect gent ,one particular Irish player,the opposition he did torment!

 

First match up, the Inter-Continental cup, Ireland's batsmen all ran amok

a first innings score, now etched in folklore, a glorious feat in desert like heat

589 amassed the total score, easily surpassed the 578 of before

And for him 250 career wickets came and went, despite thankless wickets of cement?

 

Next match a world qualifying game, top of the table determined to remain

Ireland bowled out the Emirates for 165, and then their batsman did thrive

knocking off the runs with overs in store, but who bowled Ali out for 4?

His post match figures 6-28-1 the extent, of an inspired performance, magnificent!

 

With little time for respite, the second world cup qualifier, neath Sharjar's sun bright

the Emirate's improved their bating, but who again caught them napping?

The M.O.M. with 9-2-25-4 unsurpassed, like 'Billy the Kid' lightening fast 

his bowling so passionately fervent, without faltering reprieve, remorse or relent!

 

At the final T20, he watched with the crowd, his team victorious and proud

in automatic transmission, Ireland, easily completing the mission,

so  Australia 2015 when we come,  Mr Lillee, Warne McGrath,and Thompson

bow with one knee bent, when you hear of the name, Johnston.. David Trent!

Author's Note

This is my tribute to the Ireland cricket team's talisman, a fine all round cricketer who despite being 40yrs old is still a great player and match winner !

Reviews

[Joyce S. Greene]

I think you should apply to the Irish Cricket Team as their official balladeer, Tom! You could receive a small remuneration and world-wide renown for your very fine poetry. Why not give it a try? It's certainly worth a letter to the Team Manager.

Great work, my friend. You make writing entertainingly about a sports team seem easy, which it is not!

[Tom]

Thank you indeed Joyce for your always appreciated visit and likewise, your innovative and intelligent review!

[Marie]

Congratulations to Trent--whatever it is he's done.

[Tom]

A mighty man is Trent & thanks for your courteous visit as always Marie!

[jacob erin-cilberto]

don't really know cricket well, but sure can relate to the "sit down and turn off the mobile"

give us a chance to enjoy something of life, without looking at a screen and pressing keys.

[Tom]

You speak wise words Jacob & thank you for the comments!

[Sami Khalil]

Never heard of him but I will take your word for it. I did not know that some Arab countries play cricket for I always thought India or Pakistan or even Bangladesh...A wonderful write on this sport from a wonderful writes. I like your rhyming scheme...:).......................

[Tom]

Yes indeed Sami, cricket is becoming more and more popular with many of the Arab nations and fantastic to see the game progressing so well here, & thank you for your purposeful and welcome visit !

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome...Any time...:)..............