LIKE CRICKET.

It’s no good making an eye catching shot,
And getting caught;
You’ve got to be in it for the long run,
And not default.

One hit wonders don’t work in the middle,
And belittle
The rest of the performance,
And make you liable.

A hastily made assignation will not suffice
At the crease;
You’ve got to plan carefully
To succeed.

An impulsive pull without noticing the field,
And how it feels
From your opposite’s position,
Will leave you reeling.

And finally finishing as fast as you tend to
Will end it;
You’ve got to pace your innings in
Order to defend it.