Judge Jim

The Accused
Rankin, Tant, Firmin, Foster (Jnr)

The Charge
You have underperformed for the Cav's for a total of FOUR seasons

Case for the Prosecution
None of the accused have performed admirably with bat or ball despite having ample opportunity in four years. Tant, Firmin and Foster have batted miserably. Foster's 2002 average is 3; Firmin's 2.66; and Tant's 8. Rankin has only improved of late and once spent an hour and a half at the crease for 7 runs. Their bowling is also nothing to be proud of, unlike that of the Fifth year and Upper Sixth, who take the majority of wickets.

Case for the Defence
Three of the four co-accused have spent the night before most Cavs matches at one or all of the following - festivals, nightclubs, pubs, house parties across the south-east of England. The economy has thrived during the time these four have spent their hard earned cash on wine, women and song. The fourth member of the quartet has taken a slightly different approach, choosing to get early nights to try and overcome excessive nerves experienced when at the wicket. His is a medical condition and should be taken into consideration when evaluating performances.

Judge Jim's Verdict
Guilty

Sentence
Chain gang

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Jim Burton - who allegedly urinated in the hotel pool on the Bournemouth tour?