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You maybe correct on that as it seems nobody really knows all the rules and most change as the season goes on. I'm only relaying what I was told for Thursday, and I'm sure that's what was said about Dan Thompson,but to be fair I was taking in the fact we had Sam Masters in,so maybe I wasn't concentrating??

Ipswich on Thursday have Adam Ellis Returning (Allegedly) and the 2 guests booked as we speak are Chris Harris and Sam Masters. And Dan Thompson will be R/R The hunt for Doyley's replacement is still ongoing and Chris and Ritchie are working tirelessly to get this over the line, but no definite Yes yet. Wouldn't surprise me if 2 changes are made, but that's just my opinion. Great result last night, 2nd time I've been to Birmingham in a week, and have to say the hospitality was top draw on both occasions and a very friendly crowd. Interesting to see who the rider is left out for Freddie when he finally can ride sometime this month.

Sorry Badge, thought i read Scotty couldnt ride in both legs this week, my error. Can Scotty ride for the Brummies Thursday then? I think we will see Bomber in our side on Thursday, just guessing though??

You could be right, Rules seem to change by the day, last week it was said we couldnt have Scott Nicholls tonight, then hes sudenly in the side??

I'm sure Chris and Ritchie have been working overtime this weekend to get in Doyley's replacement, maybe we will find out more tonight as we are off to Birmingham for another away trip. Sadly so many names linked, but none of us know what they are thinking. My only gripe at the moment is we have had no updates on Adam's injury and how long he is out for. if it is more than 4 weeks, then with only 1 Monday meeting in that time, maybe Scotty could come in for him on a 28 day injury replacement as his Eurosport commitments wont be affected that much??

Travelling down tonight for this meeting, but it does seem a bit underwhelming for a Semi-Final. There is no guarantee that Dan Thompson rides for Ipswich yet either.

Kvech comes in on a 6 point average, he's been linked with King's Lynn, but who knows. It's nice to keep guessing what Chris and Ritchie are planning, and in those 2 we have to trust....But it's the suspense. We have to get through Monday 1st, with not a huge deficit to claw back on Thursday.

Thanks Roger, as i've said on previous posts this morning, that makes Thursday's side even more interesting. Need to keep it as close as we can Monday, and hope the replacements maybe in place rather than guests??

Cheers Steve, that's cleared that up. Was looking forward to seeing Freddie back in Uk Monday but with our side, im also happy he isnt here. Our 7 will be very interesting on Thursday at our place.

Suddenly Freddie isnt in Birmingham's 7 on Monday....That's strange

Wow.....What Sad news. Main thing is Jason gets fit and roars back for us next season. Get well soon Doyley. Onto team matters, i don't think Zmarslik will be in Chris's thoughts, but i might be proven wrong. I see we have Blodorn in at 4 on Monday and strangely we are now allowed Scotty in at 3, is that another rule change?? I see Freddie isnt in Birmingham side for Monday, do we know why that is?? I do think this weekend though Chris will pull a Gp rider out of the bag, but Phil is right, Doyley is irreplaceable and not just on the track. I also agree, a lot will depend on the other 2, Danny i believe is close to a Return, but havent read anything on Adam anywhere, all a bit hush hush, i wonder if we could talk Scotty round as a 28 Day injury replacement if thats whats required. I suppose its watch this space.

Well said.....Couldn't of said it any better, well with maybe a few stronger words. Absolutely Dreadful guest, awful rider, and you are correct on the cheapest option. I see we cant use Scotty at Birmingham on Monday, 8 day rule applies there, so just seeing what team we take there is interesting. Nicholls last night was simply immense.

Agreed on big decisions JJ, and with Freddie coming in,thats huge for your club and British Speedway by the way,the decision for me is a tough one. I just think Pawlicki at 4 would make you stronger, but you guys know better than me. On Batch, not harsh in my opinion mate, iv'e seen him ride for the Witches before, many many times, and he's just not for me. He could be in our side on Monday Night yet as hes in our side tonight vs Leicester. Hoping to see all you Brummies fans again on Monday night, as even though we lost last week, it was an enjoyable night and the best team won.

Travelled to Birmingham on Monday, and had a fantastic night. Very well looked after by the Brummies entertainment staff in our box. Really enjoyable evening, and i was surprised how we kept it so tight, but Birmingham deserved their win, and fair play to them. Yes we were weak, very weak in my opinion especially with Batchelor in our side (He's in again tomorrow night,god help us), but it was a good quality meeting. Listening to the Brummie supporters on the night, it seems Pawlicki is the man who will make way for Freddie, and logically that is right, but i feel Pawlicki would make Birmingham stronger riding at Number 3 or 4, but unlike you guys, i don't watch every home meeting,so its just my opinion. But for me i know he's only just signed, and it probably doesn't look good, but i would consider moving Justin Sedgman on, controversial i agree, and i expect cost of keeping Pawlicki as well as Lindgren might come into play, but i feel Pawlicki could come good. Thanks for a great night, and i will be there Next Monday as i believe we are with you again even if we lose to Leicester in Cup tomorrow night (and that is a serious possibility, as Batchelor is riding for us) as it will be a League fixture.

Oh well, decisions decisions, was looking forward to the drive up to Birmingham today, awkward fixture, but after Thursday's team efforts at Lynn, i was in good spirits.....but no Ellis is a huge blow, result defining and probably the bonus point gone, and then i see its Batchelor in his place, wow, a rider i vowed id never watch ride for Ipswich again. Long way to go, but i have to support the boys, people will say if Batch goes well we have a chance, for me i hope im wrong, but he wont go well and i suppose its a case of we have the points in the bag so today is a free hit. I also am hearing rumours a GP rider is set to replace Janowski at Oxford......Would Janowski fit into Ipswich's septet as an Injury Replacement, and what is Lewis Kerr doing at the moment, have Oxford binned him or is he still in their plans.

Ipswich have Scott Nicholls in Monday at 4 for Kings Lynn

I agree on B.Cook for Thursday, i can see that happening for sure.But i think you will all find that they will be bringing in a Replacement for Danny asap. Probably in for King's Lynn on Bank Holiday Monday, might be wrong. Chris and Ritchie might also be waiting to see if any other team does another Panic decision (Klindt) and see if anybody becomes available, but i'm pretty sure they will replace Danny in the septet. Tough meeting at Leicester this Thursday, and am already looking forward to the drive to support the boys. You never know Chris may already have Danny's replacement already lined up. Roll on Thursday.

Doyley will be in Ipswich's septet on Thursday against Sheffield. No doubt about that. But i fear the final Score tonight.....

Weather Permitting....Ive decided to give this meeting a look, as i cant get to Manchester to watch Ipswich's customary Loss at Belle Vue, and i'm looking forward to it. Don't think it's a given Sheffield win here, Lawson coming in as a Guest is a good move in my book, but Basso being available is key. Will be interesting what sort of reception Chris Holder gets from the Lynn supporters and how he goes on the track. Could be closer than what we all think. Roll on Monday for a Good Meeting

It was always going to be tough for the Brummies, in my opinion, especially with Milik and Pawlicki as their main 2 riders. I must admit i thought Klindt would of been called in by now, just on the Rider to replace Milik, who is there available, and i suppose can Birmingham afford a Big No 1....What is available???

Your Opinion is valid my friend, but for me they don't start as Favourites, i think it's wide open this season, and i don't think Sheffield are as strong as they make out, i'm probably wrong, but i don't see them retaining their title. And i'm not saying Ipswich are Favourites at all, i just think it's wide open, and their are 2 or 3 sides that look stronger than Sheffield on Paper, but they dont race on paper i know??

Exactly my thoughts....I knew King would be back........As Captain as well, will support the team obviously and King.....But Louis said the supporters will be excited.....well i have my doubts now ,Emil to be fair is enough to excite most if not all of us on his own(with Doyley even better), but if we name Hume as well, where is the excitement in that 7.

That's a great signing, would of loved to see him at Foxhall. Good start for you Brummies, Interesting days ahead for you Supporters. Intrigued who your big hitters are, exciting times.

Yes Col, My point is as Doyley has not been announced as Captain, that means Danny is back as skipper ,and hopefully Emil and Keynan make up 4 signings, i assume Dan Thompson will be the R/S, so that leaves 2 spots.

Jason Doyle is 1st announced...But no mention of being Captain.