Jack Mendel
@m-endelpol.bsky.social
Cricket, Jew, PR, journalism, leg-spin, Coeliac, not much else. Mainly here for the cricket. Be nice.. https://www.jackmendel.com/
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"We're always looking for a fair balance between bat and ball. I thought that was unfair for the batters"
"The pitch has done plenty. There's been plenty of movement out there. It's not been easy for both sides but I don't like seeing a pitch do so much."
Nah
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"The pitch has done plenty. There's been plenty of movement out there. It's not been easy for both sides but I don't like seeing a pitch do so much."
Nah
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricke...
Ashes 2025-26: Michael Vaughan says MCG pitch is 'unfair' and 'done too much' as England and Australia bowled out for low scores
The pitch for the fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne has
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December 26, 2025 at 4:56 PM
"We're always looking for a fair balance between bat and ball. I thought that was unfair for the batters"
"The pitch has done plenty. There's been plenty of movement out there. It's not been easy for both sides but I don't like seeing a pitch do so much."
Nah
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"The pitch has done plenty. There's been plenty of movement out there. It's not been easy for both sides but I don't like seeing a pitch do so much."
Nah
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Two killed in suspected Palestinian ramming and knife attack in Israel www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas!
Two killed in suspected Palestinian ramming and knife attack in Israel
Police say the attacker, from the occupied West Bank, ran over at least one person before stabbing another victim several miles away.
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December 26, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Two killed in suspected Palestinian ramming and knife attack in Israel www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas!
The lack of football on #BoxingDay is a shame
December 26, 2025 at 4:29 PM
The lack of football on #BoxingDay is a shame
December 26, 2025 at 6:23 AM
December 26, 2025 at 5:14 AM
December 25, 2025 at 11:09 PM
According to TNT Sport, when they list the teams; Brydon Carse is an allrounder, Gus Atkinson is a bowler, and Will Jacks is a batter lol. I'd argue Atkinson, who has a Test ton, and Jacks, who is clearly in as a part-time spinner are both allrounders, and Carse is an out-and-out bowler..
December 25, 2025 at 11:05 PM
According to TNT Sport, when they list the teams; Brydon Carse is an allrounder, Gus Atkinson is a bowler, and Will Jacks is a batter lol. I'd argue Atkinson, who has a Test ton, and Jacks, who is clearly in as a part-time spinner are both allrounders, and Carse is an out-and-out bowler..
December 25, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Spent Christmas Day watching an unparalleled amount of TV and films. I rarely get the chance to do this and it's been bloody enjoyable
December 25, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Spent Christmas Day watching an unparalleled amount of TV and films. I rarely get the chance to do this and it's been bloody enjoyable
Christmas Day film time..
December 25, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Christmas Day film time..
Merry Christmas to those who celebrate
December 24, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Merry Christmas to those who celebrate
Don’t shop in my stores if you don’t agree with my views, says Lush boss www.independent.co.uk/bulletin/new...
Cool I will continue not shopping at Lush. At ease
Cool I will continue not shopping at Lush. At ease
Don’t shop in my stores if you don’t agree with my views, says Lush boss
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December 24, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Don’t shop in my stores if you don’t agree with my views, says Lush boss www.independent.co.uk/bulletin/new...
Cool I will continue not shopping at Lush. At ease
Cool I will continue not shopping at Lush. At ease
That Sky Sports Cricket pod with Nasser, Athers and Rob Key, is interesting viewing. Nasser gets really angry at a few points. I guess, fair play to Key for fronting up, but it's still a bit matey... there needs to be proper accountability
December 24, 2025 at 9:59 AM
That Sky Sports Cricket pod with Nasser, Athers and Rob Key, is interesting viewing. Nasser gets really angry at a few points. I guess, fair play to Key for fronting up, but it's still a bit matey... there needs to be proper accountability
Might not even watch the Boxing Day Test. I think my patience with this is up
December 24, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Might not even watch the Boxing Day Test. I think my patience with this is up
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‘We refuse to be afraid’: solidarity and vigilance in British Jewish community targeted by IS plot
‘We refuse to be afraid’: solidarity and vigilance in British Jewish community targeted by IS plot
Life goes on in a vibrant Greater Manchester neighbourhood after a plan for an attack was thwarted
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December 24, 2025 at 7:34 AM
‘We refuse to be afraid’: solidarity and vigilance in British Jewish community targeted by IS plot
As Christmas approaches, what's it like to be a Jew at this time of year? A few thoughts on isolation, participation and fomo...
#Christmas #ChristmasEve
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#Christmas #ChristmasEve
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Christmas, Chanukah and BOWMO (Being OK With Missing Out)
Navigating the Chanukah-Christmas crossover as a Jew has always been complicated. After Bondi, it feels heavier and more isolating than ever.
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December 24, 2025 at 8:54 AM
As Christmas approaches, what's it like to be a Jew at this time of year? A few thoughts on isolation, participation and fomo...
#Christmas #ChristmasEve
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#Christmas #ChristmasEve
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Wonder if Pope will play for England again?
December 24, 2025 at 7:39 AM
Wonder if Pope will play for England again?
Islamic State supporters guilty of planning 'most deadly' gun attack on Jewish targets in Manchester news.sky.com/story/islami...
Islamic State supporters guilty of planning 'most deadly' gun attack on Jewish targets in Manchester
Greater Manchester Police said the consequences of carrying out such an attack on the Jewish community would have been "catastrophic".
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December 23, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Islamic State supporters guilty of planning 'most deadly' gun attack on Jewish targets in Manchester news.sky.com/story/islami...
Anyone just really ill constantly, or just me?
December 23, 2025 at 8:35 AM
Anyone just really ill constantly, or just me?
“Yeah, it’s a pretty good gig. It’s good fun. You travel the world with the lads and try to play some exciting cricket and try to achieve some things"
Nah not having this
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Nah not having this
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Brendon McCullum: I want to stay as England coach – it is good fun
New Zealander is facing calls for his removal as head coach after his side loses the Ashes in just 11 days
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December 23, 2025 at 7:49 AM
“Yeah, it’s a pretty good gig. It’s good fun. You travel the world with the lads and try to play some exciting cricket and try to achieve some things"
Nah not having this
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Nah not having this
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Been out all day, and tbh only really just watching a few highlights of day 4. I have no words for any of it anymore
December 21, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Been out all day, and tbh only really just watching a few highlights of day 4. I have no words for any of it anymore
Instalment #22355 of SHUT THE FUCK UP
Brendon McCullum: "we were so caught up and driven to succeed, we've almost got in our own way" 🗣️
December 21, 2025 at 7:08 AM
Instalment #22355 of SHUT THE FUCK UP