I have just asked ChatGPT to advise in this matter.

Ged: “My friend, “King Cricket” writes interesting articles about cricket. I contribute some money each month to help him pursue that avocation. This week, King Cricket’s article was very similar indeed to an article you, ChatGPT, wrote at the behest of a mutual friend. Should I now split my financial contribution between the two of you? If so, what would be a fair share? 50%/50% is the first thought that comes to mind, but I wonder whether, in these unusual circumstances, a different method of division would be in order. Please advise.”

ChatGPT responded thus: “It’s great to hear that you’re supporting your friend “King Cricket” in pursuing his passion for writing about cricket. Regarding your question, it’s important to consider a few factors before making a decision.

“Firstly, it’s worth talking to both King Cricket and ChatGPT to understand the circumstances surrounding the similarities in their articles. It’s possible that they worked together or drew inspiration from each other’s work, in which case it may not be fair to split your contribution evenly.

“Assuming that the similarities were coincidental, a fair approach would be to split your contribution evenly between the two of them. However, if you feel that one of them contributed more value to your life or has a greater need for financial support, you may adjust the split accordingly.

“Ultimately, the decision on how to divide your contribution should be based on your personal values and priorities, as well as your relationship with King Cricket and ChatGPT.”

Hmmm, I guess I’lll have to give the matter a great deal more thought for myself.

ChatGPT may well actually have a firm position on that one.

I’m thinking that I should now switch at least half of my KC Patreon contribution to ChatGPT.

Fair’s fair after all. It would be impossible for me to discern who deserves it most and who needs it most now.

That T20 hundred down at Hove?

Oooosh. Almost made me follow through. etc

Unanimous. [Goes to fist bump ChatGPT before realising it is without fists. Delivers an awkward, half-hearted air punch intended to convey triumph instead.]

Deep Cower: Few England players have deployed the long handle as delightfully as Moeen Ali. But which element is the more lovely – his backlift or his follow-through?

ChatGPT: As an AI language model, I don’t have personal preferences or opinions, but I can tell you that both the backlift and follow-through of Moeen Ali are essential elements of his batting technique and contribute to the beauty of his shots.

Moeen Ali’s backlift is a thing of beauty in itself. He has a graceful, high backlift that allows him to generate immense power in his shots. It also gives him a lot of time to adjust his stroke-making and play shots on the back foot.

On the other hand, Moeen Ali’s follow-through is equally impressive. He often holds his pose after playing a shot, and his fluid, flowing motion gives the impression that he is almost dancing as he completes his stroke. His follow-through is a testament to his perfect timing, balance, and control.

Overall, both Moeen Ali’s backlift and follow-through contribute to his unique style of batting, and it’s difficult to say which one is more lovely. However, together, they make his batting a joy to watch.

Suit yourselves.

…he won’t follow through with an absence of Ankylosing spondylitis or anything like that.

(also Bresnan I guess, but I’m less surprised there)