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Rob Key caught up with Niall and Kevin OBrien to find out which of the brothers is most intelligent and who was the teachers pet. Derrius Guice Womens Jersey . The Irish siblings, who now play alongside each other in Leicestershire Foxes NatWest T20 Blast side as well at international level, had plenty of fun at each others expense ahead of their countys Sky Live clash at home to Durham Jets.Kevin claimed to be the brainiest brother, though did concede that wicketkeeper-batsman Niall was a more naturally gifted cricketer - a big admission when you consider Kevin whacked a 50-ball ton against England in the 2011 World Cup! But what was the answer when Key posed an outrageous question - which brother does Kevin and Nialls mum love most!? Youll have to watch the video above to find out…Sky Sports will be showing a host of live NatWest T20 Blast games this season, with the next offering Kents clash with Hampshire at 6pm on Wednesday on Sky Sports 2. 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CLEVELAND -- Drenched after his players joyfully doused him with champagne and beer, Indians manager Terry Francona stood at the center of the visitors clubhouse in Fenway Park, a ballpark where he had been in the middle of so many similar celebrations.Francona didnt get a hit, steal a base or record an out as Cleveland surprisingly swept Boston in the AL Division Series.He did just about everything else.As he removed his glasses to wipe the sudsy shower from his face, Francona could finally relax -- for a night. His moves pushed the Indians deeper into October.The bubble gum-chomping, drought-busting motivator is Clevelands MVP.Whether masterfully maneuvering his bullpen in Game 1, playing a hunch with his lineup in Game 2, using platoon players or daring to pitch to slugger David Ortiz in Game 3 as Boston fans roared, Francona had the perfect touch as the Indians won three straight and advanced to face Toronto in the AL Championship Series.Francona, affectionately known as Tito -- his dads name -- refused to take credit and turned the attention on his players.Ive done it before, said Francona, who led the Red Sox to World Series titles in 2004 and `07. You know what, what it meant to me is to celebrate with the Indians and our crew. I dont care where it is. I respect that we beat a heck of a team, but to celebrate with our guys, thats what was meaningful for me.The Indians have been defying odds -- and baseball logic -- for months. Despite a slew of injuries to key players, losing two starting pitchers for the postseason, and being given little chance to win the AL Central, they overpowered Detroit and Kansas City before dismissing the Red Sox, who led the majors in scoring but managed just seven runs in the playoffs.The obstacles have only empowered the Indians. Francona made sure they were never knocked off track. He did more than manage games, massaging egos and making everyone believe.Its extraordinary, Indians president Chris Antonetti said. Hes a master at it. He really understands people. He builds relationships. He creates connections. He communicates extraordinarily well. He has the right balance of providing a professional and prepared group, but also having fun. If there is anybody better, Im not sure Ive been around him.His rotation close to shambles, Francona understood the importance of winning the opener against Boston.After Trevvor Bauer, who began the season in the bullpen, got him into the fifth inning, Francona brought in tall left-hander Andrew Miller -- normally used in the seventh and eighth -- and Clevelands relievers closed out the 5-4 win. Charley Taylor Youth Jersey. Despite Boston lefty David Price being on the mound in Game 2, Francona went against the book and started left-handed hitter Lonnie Chisenall, who batted just .217 against lefties during the regular season. Chisenhall was in more for his defense but hit a three-run homer -- his first off a lefty all year -- in the second inning of Clevelands 6-0 win in Game 2.Sometimes, Francona said afterward, good players make you look smarter than you probably are.He trusted his gut after Game 3 was postponed a day, sticking with Josh Tomlin as his starter. The right-hander, who had nearly a 12.00 ERA in August and was briefly bumped from the rotation, held the Red Sox to one run through five innings. Francona sent him back out in the sixth before again turning to Miller, who gave up a sacrifice fly to Ortiz and then struck out Hanley Ramirez with runner at second.Everything Francona did in the series worked, including a moment that almost backfired before Game 1.As he shook hands with Red Sox manager John Farrell, Francona took a wad of gum from his mouth and tossed it at Dustin Pedroia, one of his favorite players. Pedroia grabbed and swatted it to the ground, much to Franconas relief.Thank God he caught that, Francona said with a laugh. It was going to hit Hanley right in the face, and I dont know Hanley that well.The playful gesture toward Pedroia is typical of Francona, who develops a deep trust inside the clubhouse with how he treats players. Hes firm but fair and he prides himself on keeping his door open. A few weeks ago, Oklahoma City Thunder coach Billy Donovan visited the Indians and when he walked by the managers office, Francona was playing cards with Tomlin.That was the day we took him out of the rotation, Francona said. I was explaining that to Billy. I said, `Two hours earlier we had taken him out of the rotation, and he was back there playing cribbage with me. That to me, shows that we can get through anything.And if Francona keeps playing his cards right, the Indians can go anywhere. Wholeslae Jerseys NFL Jerseys Cheap Wholesale NBA Jerseys Cheap NHL Jerseys Cheap MLB Jerseys Wholesale Soccer Jerseys Cheap College Jerseys Cheap Football Jerseys Cheap Basketball Jerseys Cheap Baseball Jerseys ' ' ' 
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