archie mac
International Coach
On the radio they are talking about big black cloudsToo early to say that.
Scenario I
- India are 230 odd behind.
- They could play well and still be all out for another 200 - a lead of around 150.
- Another 200 runs could take them no more than 60 overs. At worst 70. There are 22 overs left today that means another 40-50 tomorrow.
- That will still leave two and a half days for the second innings with Australia starting with a 130 run advantage.
- A result in that case is almost certain.
Scenario II
- If India over take Australia (just about draw level), they will still leave Australia upward of one hour (probably two) to bat tomorrow and another two days after that - a total of about 200 overs..
- Unless Australia pile on a big score again and do not leave much time for India to score the runs or for them selves to get 20 wickets AND India play out the time we should still see a result or a very close game.
Scenario III
- India take big lead, say 150.
- That will take them entire day tomorrow and at least an hour of the first session on the 4th day.
- Then it will be a draw if Australia bat very well in the second innings with no effort to set a target.
Well done VVS