***Official*** India in Australia

[Laurrz]

very proud of both Hussey and Hayden

particularly Hussey.. i thought Hayden was going to go out numerous times playing some risky shots.. but he really worked hard too

but Huss was under so much pressure coming in at 2/21...fabulous knock so far.. hope he is 'there at the end' he's pretty good with the tail...

 

[JASON]

A declaration with 300 lead would leave the Test even for both Teams to play for....Any declaration with a lead in excess of that makes it a likely boring draw....

 

[silentstriker]

A declaration with 300 lead would leave the Test even for both Teams to play for....Any declaration with a lead in excess of that makes it a likely boring draw....

300 is a tough ask...anything above 250 will be almost impossible.

 

[Matt79]

A declaration with 300 lead would leave the Test even for both Teams to play for....Any declaration with a lead in excess of that makes it a likely boring draw....

Don't think they have time to get anymore than a 300 lead tbh before declaring.

 

[archie mac]

Which way will the Aussies go?

Bat India out of the game and make them try and win?

Or

Give them a tough chase and hope they lose wickets in trying for the runs?

I thing the 2nd option would give them the best chance at the win

 

[Matt79]

I think they should go flat-out for the win. I think we'll win the series regardless of the result here, but the chance to set break that record won't come around again soon.

 

[archie mac]

I think they should go flat-out for the win. I think we'll win the series regardless of the result here, but the chance to set break that record won't come around again soon.

Part of me does not want them to break the record, I would like to see India win much better for cricket plus if they only just lose if would not be for fair reasons

 

[Matt79]

Part of me does not want them to break the record, I would like to see India win much better for cricket plus if they only just lose if would not be for fair reasons

Yeah, I've already said I would feel it to be unfair if the Aussies do win this. But I was putting myself in Ponting's shoes.

 

[Evermind]

India have a pathetic record of 4th innings chases, and I'd say anything over 280 assures Australia of a victory. India will retreat into their shells and give it away like always!

 

[duffer]

India have a pathetic record of 4th innings chases, and I'd say anything over 280 assures Australia of a victory. India will retreat into their shells and give it away like always!

I'm optimistic we can save this one if it comes to that. Rahul and Sachin showed plenty of ticker out there.


It's just a matter of Jaffer, Dhoni and Yuvi stepping up. Ah, bugger it no chance then.

 

[Son Of Coco]

Symonds was OUT !!! AMAZING !! They should STOP this match RIGHT NOW. No way that ball bounces high. No WAY.

Is Mr. Macho Symonds going to cry on the field here that Indians are sledging him...

THIS MATCH IS A FARCE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

You're an idiot.

 

[Son Of Coco]

Uncalled for.

On the subject of JustTool, he has been banned until the end of the India/Australia series.

Now, let's get back to the cricket people.

That's fantastic!

 

[pup11]

http://cricket.com.au/default.aspx?s=newsdisplay&id=40528
Well interesting to hear what Hayden has to say, he believes 260 should be good enough and believe me that would set the test beautifully.
Setting a target of 300 or more would not give enough time to the Aussies to bowl India out as we might have a situations where weather could also play a role tomorrow.

 

[Evermind]

http://cricket.com.au/default.aspx?s=newsdisplay&id=40528
Well interesting to hear what Hayden has to say, he believes 260 should be good enough and believe me that would set the test beautifully.
Setting a target of 300 or more would not give enough time to the Aussies to bowl India out as we might have a situations where weather could also play a role tomorrow.

I believe once they get to 260, they'll go for the boundaries and try to force it to 300. Another 40 runs with 4 wickets in hand - that'll take someone like Symonds 5 overs (20 minutes) tops.

 

[pup11]

That's fantastic!

I was getting really sick of his constant ranting!
Thanks a lot James.

 

[Captain Cricket]

Both sides have had batsmen out of form this series. India had Dhoni, Yuvraj and Jaffer and Australia had Clarke (sort of), Jaques (sort of) and Ponting.

 

[Laurrz]

Both sides have had batsmen out of form this series. India had Dhoni, Yuvraj and Jaffer and Australia had Clarke (sort of), Jaques (sort of) and Ponting.

i dont really find 3 innings out of form tbh..

 

[duffer]

Both sides have had batsmen out of form this series. India had Dhoni, Yuvraj and Jaffer and Australia had Clarke (sort of), Jaques (sort of) and Ponting.

Yuvi wasn't out of touch when he came to Australia. He just looks all at sea against a quality attack.

Still has a lot to prove against the top bowlers, I always think there's a loose shot around the corner from him.

 

[burr]

I haven't seen Clarke's dismissal - I really want to. Does anyone know why he didn't walk? That is too weird. I have to admit I was surprised - and very pleased - that Ponting walked.

This has been an awesome test match - I hope they set 260 (don't think they will - too scared of the Indian batsman). Oh well I hope somehow there is a way for India to win but they have to go at 5 or 6 an over and someone (pref. VVS and Tendulkar) produce stunning knocks that give them the win. 1-1 going into Perth, the streak ended by superb performances - nothing could be better. If rain destroys it I'll be very upset.

 

[Laurrz]

I haven't seen Clarke's dismissal - I really want to. Does anyone know why he didn't walk? That is too weird. I have to admit I was surprised - and very pleased - that Ponting walked.

This has been an awesome test match - I hope they set 260 (don't think they will - too scared of the Indian batsman). Oh well I hope somehow there is a way for India to win but they have to go at 5 or 6 an over and someone (pref. VVS and Tendulkar) produce stunning knocks that give them the win. 1-1 going into Perth, the streak ended by superb performances - nothing could be better. If rain destroys it I'll be very upset.

anything under 300 i wouldnt like.. indian batting just too good
340 im looking at actually

as for Pup.. i dont think it was as clear cut as ppl are saying... sure, it went to first slip.. but it came off Dhoni's gloves (?) or it looked a bit like it did..