In the late 70s and early 80s , the pacers from West Indies and Australia were just awesome. Like the current times, the wickets were not batsmen friendly and were mostly uncovered. They certainly offered more swing and bounce. On such wickets, the crop of fast bolwlers, unleashed by WI and Aussies, were such a treat to watch and it was a fullsome treat to a cricket fan. Len Pascoe with his body built like a Greek God and extremely good looks, aided by extreme brutal pace, made life very difficult for the batsmen. In the company of the great Lillee, Thomson, Pascoe formed a lethal force and was hostile. He just delivered thunder bolts at the batsmen and had had charmed reign as a bowler. Now days such bowlers are rare. Thankou for giving those memorable moments .
Thanks for sharing this. I started watching cricket bit late around 1984. Was not fortunate enough to see you live but heard and read so many things about you, Lillee and great Thommo. Love these footages which brings back great memories of past days when cricket used to have equalilty between batsmen and bowlers.
Len , That bouncer to Sandip Patil was extra ordinary . Probably , the best bouncer in cricket history . You are awesome . You've ruled the cricket pitch .
First time I saw you bowl Len was in the 1977 Ashes tour in England. You looked to my admittedly young, untrained eye as quick as Thomson in that series. I also remember you bowling a brute of a bouncer to Boycott in the 1980 centenary test at Lords that nearly decapitated him. A very underrated and entertaining bowler to watch.
Great stuff Lenny. This brings back great memories watching WSC when I was a boy. Your intensity and pace always brought the game to life. Love the showdown with Viv here, classic!
Back in late 70s in India as a school boys,we used eagerly read all these exploits of these great cricketers ,Lenny was one of them.now watching all these videos is really a great experience and more exciting than present day cricket.
The clip is proving very popular to see the full match Australia India ScG 1981 and Aust v WI. Scg 1980-1 it’s on the RUclips that match was awsome huge crowd
Must be a great memory playing in front of such a huge crowd. I noticed Rod Marsh telling you off for not getting out of the way of his throw. Keepers are like that!
Must have bowled more then 90mph to trouble someone like Viv. Great bowling mate. My mate wants to interview you on his instagram regarding fast bowling. Is it possible? He is a budding pro cricketer. Thanks for the memories Len.
I’m Amazed at the comments Thankyou everyone yes it was an exciting time the WI were fantastic and our lads competed strongly Viv and lads would be like wrecking balls in t20
Len, you were a pretty good bowler who had the misfortune to be a contemporary of several other good Australian fast bowlers, so you didn't play as many official Test matches as you might have. Also, Packer's WSC took you out of official cricket for two seasons and that gave Rodney Hogg a chance to step up and take the new ball for Australia. I saw you bowl about three overs at the end of the very first day of test or first class cricket I ever saw live at the ground: the 4th day of the 3rd Test of the 1977 Ashes at Trent Bridge, a match well known for Botham's debut, Boycott's return after three years out, Boycott's run-out of Randall and then the former's epic, match-turning stand of 215 with Alan Knott. I was sitting square to the pitch and when you and Thommo bowled I couldn't see the ball travelling at 90 mph 80 yards away, just a puff of dust as it hit the pitch and then I heard the ball either hit the bat or smack into Marsh's gloves. Two great moments stick with me from Australia's 2nd innings on that 4th day - the catch by Tony Greig [RIP] to dismiss Rod Marsh, and Rick McCosker (with no helmet and visor in those days) hooking Bob Willis [RIP] (the bowler who less than five months previously had broken his jaw) for six to bring up his century. 01/08/77 - A great day I shall remember as long as I live.
Thankyou for the lovely comments nice to know people appreciate the singer on the clip is Dave Tice from the 70s band Buffalo and later Head Hunters thanx Dave
What a great way to relive our golden days. We loved two things quite a lot. One Vinyl records and another a certain 'LP'. As a kid we tried to copy his action and mannerism .. not to forget his Rock Star looks ... A Legend forever .. . Back in the 80s :) . a certain fast bowler from Pakistan copied his action too .. if you observe carefully ..
Sir we in India heard on the radio your exploits in the 80-81 series. What a time it was. The players now would be wobbling in their knees facing you and the group
Len Pascoe the most underrated Australian quick along with Jason Gillespie!Pascoe was an intimidating hostile quick bowler who on many occasions was more menacing than Dennis the menace himself!Always have the greatest respect and admiration for this beast of a fast bowler as i have for Jason Gillespie !
@@lenpascoe277 you were no deputy !You were the Sheriff lol!Always found you to be the most intimidating quick of the pack!This deputy has only respect and admiration for you!
The 70s was an exciting time of cricket history the WI led the way with a brand of cricket that led a revolution I was fortunate to play against Viv Clive and their great quicks today they seem to have trouble face one super quick WI had 4
It’s humbling to read comments from people we played because we loved it and always felt if it was boring to me it’s boring to watch it also I’m a fan of World Championship Wrestling go The Rock !
I recall reading a story where you bowled consecutive bouncers to Viv Richards. Greg Chappell warned you to not bowl anymore and if you did then he would take you off. Was this correct?
You look very handsome like a Hero and you should have acted in films...if you had played more matches it would have been great...the bouncer to Patil was a deliberate one,isn't it?
In the late 70s and early 80s , the pacers from West Indies and Australia were just awesome. Like the current times, the wickets were not batsmen friendly and were mostly uncovered. They certainly offered more swing and bounce. On such wickets, the crop of fast bolwlers, unleashed by WI and Aussies, were such a treat to watch and it was a fullsome treat to a cricket fan. Len Pascoe with his body built like a Greek God and extremely good looks, aided by extreme brutal pace, made life very difficult for the batsmen. In the company of the great Lillee, Thomson, Pascoe formed a lethal force and was hostile. He just delivered thunder bolts at the batsmen and had had charmed reign as a bowler. Now days such bowlers are rare. Thankou for giving those memorable moments .
People have been really good and I enjoy a great life
Hi Len , what was your top bowling speed in your prime ??
@@craignielson6605 Same as Brett lee
Never thought I would come across your channel Len - thanks for sharing the video, a true legend of the game
you were a fearsome competitor Len Pascoe, I loved watching you play over many summers. A great era for cricket indeed!
It was a tough time it was no play no pay I survived it I was really no better than a lot of guys playing park cricket
Allen in those days no play no pay so we had to put in WSC packer was all about a fair deal the players of today enjoy
Man I loved Lenny as a young kid. He was genuinely quick and had fire in his belly. Great upload.
Thanks for sharing this. I started watching cricket bit late around 1984. Was not fortunate enough to see you live but heard and read so many things about you, Lillee and great Thommo. Love these footages which brings back great memories of past days when cricket used to have equalilty between batsmen and bowlers.
It was interesting indeed we just had to keep up with the WI quicks
Loved Lenny growing up in the 70’s and 80’s. A great bowler who should’ve played far more games for Australia.
Great Video ..fan from Sri Lanka..!
Len ,
That bouncer to Sandip Patil was extra ordinary . Probably , the best bouncer in cricket history . You are awesome . You've ruled the cricket pitch .
Sandeep went on to score a great Ton full of respect for him
Thanks for this video, you were my favourite bowler.
Thanks for the memories Lenny!.
First time I saw you bowl Len was in the 1977 Ashes tour in England. You looked to my admittedly young, untrained eye as quick as Thomson in that series. I also remember you bowling a brute of a bouncer to Boycott in the 1980 centenary test at Lords that nearly decapitated him. A very underrated and entertaining bowler to watch.
Great stuff Lenny. This brings back great memories watching WSC when I was a boy. Your intensity and pace always brought the game to life. Love the showdown with Viv here, classic!
Yes I had a bit of fun looking back to those years that went so fast
Thanka Toby
Len Pasco was among my favourite fast bowlers in 70s, unfortunately he couldn't play longer...
Pascoe's making divets in the green
Back in late 70s in India as a school boys,we used eagerly read all these exploits of these great cricketers ,Lenny was one of them.now watching all these videos is really a great experience and more exciting than present day cricket.
The clip is proving very popular to see the full match Australia India ScG 1981 and Aust v WI. Scg 1980-1 it’s on the RUclips that match was awsome huge crowd
Must be a great memory playing in front of such a huge crowd. I noticed Rod Marsh telling you off for not getting out of the way of his throw. Keepers are like that!
Some gold stuff from the archive!
Would like to see more of your bowling clips
It was a lot of fun over so quickly I’m glad you enjoyed it
Must have bowled more then 90mph to trouble someone like Viv. Great bowling mate. My mate wants to interview you on his instagram regarding fast bowling. Is it possible? He is a budding pro cricketer. Thanks for the memories Len.
I’m Amazed at the comments Thankyou everyone yes it was an exciting time the WI were fantastic and our lads competed strongly
Viv and lads would be like wrecking balls in t20
My favourite quicky back in the day lenny
You were a fantastic fast bowler Lenny i always remember your 5/59 in the 1980 Centenary Test at Lord's great piece of fast bowling
Cheers yes I recall that match playing at lords is every cricketers dream and to take 5 wits and name on the board is areal honorary
If you want know what made me tick follow my posts on coaching fast bowling
Great stuff Lenny, from a classic era of cricket! Always enjoyed watching you bowl. I remember seeing a few of these matches. 👍
Living legend
Great memories of a fierce speedster.
Thankyou for kind comment
You're a legend Lennie - hope life is treating you well now - thanks for all the enjoyment way back when I was a kid! :-)
thanks for asking enjoying talking about how good we used to be and of cause we are better than we were
Len, you were a pretty good bowler who had the misfortune to be a contemporary of several other good Australian fast bowlers, so you didn't play as many official Test matches as you might have. Also, Packer's WSC took you out of official cricket for two seasons and that gave Rodney Hogg a chance to step up and take the new ball for Australia.
I saw you bowl about three overs at the end of the very first day of test or first class cricket I ever saw live at the ground: the 4th day of the 3rd Test of the 1977 Ashes at Trent Bridge, a match well known for Botham's debut, Boycott's return after three years out, Boycott's run-out of Randall and then the former's epic, match-turning stand of 215 with Alan Knott. I was sitting square to the pitch and when you and Thommo bowled I couldn't see the ball travelling at 90 mph 80 yards away, just a puff of dust as it hit the pitch and then I heard the ball either hit the bat or smack into Marsh's gloves. Two great moments stick with me from Australia's 2nd innings on that 4th day - the catch by Tony Greig [RIP] to dismiss Rod Marsh, and Rick McCosker (with no helmet and visor in those days) hooking Bob Willis [RIP] (the bowler who less than five months previously had broken his jaw) for six to bring up his century. 01/08/77 - A great day I shall remember as long as I live.
Good bowler. Fast!
Thankyou for the lovely comments nice to know people appreciate the singer on the clip is Dave Tice from the 70s band Buffalo and later Head Hunters thanx Dave
Great stuff Lenny....legend!!
Love from Pakistan. U really great cricketer.
What a great way to relive our golden days. We loved two things quite a lot. One Vinyl records and another a certain 'LP'. As a kid we tried to copy his action and mannerism .. not to forget his Rock Star looks ... A Legend forever .. . Back in the 80s :) . a certain fast bowler from Pakistan copied his action too .. if you observe carefully ..
Sir we in India heard on the radio your exploits in the 80-81 series. What a time it was. The players now would be wobbling in their knees facing you and the group
Great memories. Cricket was entertaining back then.
Thanks Lenny great memories
Wonderful memories. Len and Thommo at Punchy High. There were a few blokes ducking then.
Can you believe they named a House after Thomo & Me
@@lenpascoe277 I was in Dampier, an English pirate. Much better having modern day pirates :)
What a legend Lenny!
Len Pascoe the most underrated Australian quick along with Jason Gillespie!Pascoe was an intimidating hostile quick bowler who on many occasions was more menacing than Dennis the menace himself!Always have the greatest respect and admiration for this beast of a fast bowler as i have for Jason Gillespie !
Thankyou I love my fishing with mates and looking back at my days on the field I hope you enjoy my posts
Absolutely honoured to hear from you!Stay blessed!
Deputy nice name I think that was Iwhat I was to Marshall Lillee and Thomson I like it a Possie of Quicks
@@lenpascoe277 you were no deputy !You were the Sheriff lol!Always found you to be the most intimidating quick of the pack!This deputy has only respect and admiration for you!
The 70s was an exciting time of cricket history the WI led the way with a brand of cricket that led a revolution I was fortunate to play against Viv Clive and their great quicks today they seem to have trouble face one super quick WI had 4
with or without the ball my golf is terrible
@@lenpascoe277 i read u often reached 155kph
Pascoe Lillee and Thomson we have great fast bowlers in the 70,s 80,s
Thankyou Paul they were great times it was an honour and privilege to play with and against these guys and Australia
@@lenpascoe277 no worries Len how quick where bowling in the wsc game at the showgrounds looks awesome
Thanks for kind comment it’s appreciated
Thx sir
You will always be remembered as the Australian stallion .
Lillee used to call me Sylvester Stallone my Kids Robert De Nero my wife !?/?!~~"""
I wish Thomo and Pascoe played more tests together
Paul so did I
Like da dialogue Of vandaan thookunnan kaapathinan kaanamapoitandee✍️💯
It’s humbling to read comments from people we played because we loved it and always felt if it was boring to me it’s boring to watch it also I’m a fan of World Championship Wrestling go The Rock !
Len Pascoe who was the toughest batsman to bowl to
Is that you Len????
Holy Moly
You were the cricketing Fabio!
true legend
Thankyou Irene nice to be appreciated I had a great time
Enjoyed watching you mate, for a time I pretended to be you in backyard cricket
Since n ever who became One Of in da team to shine extremely like a season Nt Only diz Country except India n Srilanka ✍️💯
Pasco. Live u
Your very kind
Len, I'm an Indian journalist. Can I get a zoom interview with you?
I recall reading a story where you bowled consecutive bouncers to Viv Richards. Greg Chappell warned you to not bowl anymore and if you did then he would take you off. Was this correct?
Simon true I get sick of being belted around the park
@@lenpascoe277 ....just finally found your length..ha ha..right?
Hi I'm from wang public school you came on Thursday
Great kids at the Wang enjoyed presenting to them
@@lenpascoe277 nice
You look very handsome like a Hero and you should have acted in films...if you had played more matches it would have been great...the bouncer to Patil was a deliberate one,isn't it?
Ladykiller
What’s the song ?
Dave Tice On the prowl
Huge shoulders
Kaannaa naadangeeta kaatu otha enketa poi evanmattumella gefre Lawson Jhon lever Bob Willis Larwood da, 1st bouncer 😄😃😀
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2 matches a must see Aust v WI sag 80-81. and India SCG they are on RUclips
FIXED MATCH.