*Official* India in South Africa

[The Sean]

So how many do we think Steyn would have to take tomorrow to snatch the MoM/MoS award from Kallis?

 

[silentstriker]

So how many do we think Steyn would have to take tomorrow to snatch the MoM/MoS award from Kallis?

Another fiver.

 

[G.I.Joe]

In defense of this stupid statement, back then they didn't even know what a neuron was.

Neurons have nothing to do with that statement.

 

[Howe_zat]

Kallis' average now 57.43. ****ing ridiculous.

 

[silentstriker]

Neurons have nothing to do with that statement.

I was making a general point about brain chemistry. And yes, I know what he was trying to say.

 

[Jono]

I hope Dravid scores tomorrow.

Goodnight guys.

 

[ankitj]

Harbhajan deserves an applause too.

 

[Prince EWS]

Kallis' average now 57.43. ****ing ridiculous.

His average doesn't do him justice IMO; he is a far better batsman than that.

 

[Dissector]

Wow. The last two sessions have been like a horror story from the imagination of the most paranoid Indian fan. Guess we still have a small chance for a draw if we bat really well. But horribly disappointing that we let a possible series win slip away in the third innings of the decider yet again.

 

[Jono]

I don't like Arun Lal, but he's spot on.

The biggest moment in Indian cricket history (probably bar 83 World Cup, which did amazing things for Indian cricket) was within their grasp, and the fast bowlers were found wanting.

Dhoni escapes criticism once again for some reason.

 

[kingjulian]

Is Ghambir allowed to open? How did he injure himself, i completely missed that.

Anything less than a 100 run opening stand will leave us feeling a bit awkward. Draw is the only realistic chance for India. Win is too far out of reach.

India conceded 100 runs far too many. Dhoni has demonstrated a stunning lack of tactical acumen.

 

[Teja.]

So how many do we think Steyn would have to take tomorrow to snatch the MoM/MoS award from Kallis?

Reckon the former and the latter are already safe with Kallis and Steyn respectively.

 

[Teja.]

Dhoni escapes criticism once again for some reason.

It annoys me no end that outside of CW, Dhoni never gets criticized for his **** captaincy and Sree and Ishant are regarded as future ATGs in the Indian media whenever they do well and not ripped a new one whenever they do their usual thing.

 

[Blaze 18]

Hahaha, Graeme Smith makes MS Dhoni look like Steve Waugh, doesn't he ? Abysmal captaincy, really.

So, where does the match go from here ? South Africa seem to be overwhelming favourites to win; everything is in their favour : opposition are down to six proper batsman, last day pitch, world record chase needed for a victory, Dale Steyn etc.

Still, I would like to see India go for the win. The pitch isn't easy to bat on, but it does seem to have eased out a little. If they somehow manage to survive Dale Steyn's spell with the new ball, they are in with a chance. This will most certainly be the last series in South Africa for the 'big three' - a little added incentive to go for it.


By the way, only 330 overs have been bowled in this match so far ? Will they get some extra overs in tomorrow to make up for it ?

 

[Jono]

Wait, is Gambhir not batting tomorrow?

 

[howardj]

Jacques Henry Kallis

Immense

 

[weldone]

I am dreaming of getting the old wall back saving our arses tomorrow, doesn't look probable I must admit...

But if it happens, it'll be an emotional moment for me, for sure...

 

[Blaze 18]

Wait, is Gambhir not batting tomorrow?

Very unlikely; his hand seemed to be in very bad shape. Even if he does come out to bat, he will not last more than an over or two.

 

[Jono]

Jeez really?

9 out all out?

I may stock up on SA to win then.

 

[Faisal1985]

Kallis is such ****ing legend.....ton after a ton...Even Amla gave up on that crazy trend.