Originally Posted by
WanChaiMiller
Oddly enough Ive just had a chat with a mate on scientific analysis (earlier today before this thread came up). I was interested in how Eng Cricket is using it for team selection (bits around the moneyball theory). He explained the general principals as he understood it. Im doing my research to batter Brindilar later - lol.
As I understand it a key part of analysis is data collection and criteria. I think the implication being we need to compare the same data collection and criteria. Stats taken for footballers may be completely different to how its taken for the wider community. It may give a totally false comparison.
Not claiming to be an expert btw; just my thoughts and adding to the message board debate.