Second Test - Australia Vs South Africa at Kingsmead, Durban (Fri-Tue) [3]

[damochandler]

it took them ages to get the frist 2 wickets in joburg. once they get past these 2. it should be easy sailing from there on end

 

[CanonNo1]

With the match and series on the line there is no way known that Smith won't bat.

In all likelihood he bats 11, but I can also see him coming in at 8, after Harris to hold up an end.

302 @ 3.1ish an over is not out of the realms but the saffers would need some seriously long partnerships. They were in a better position in JBG and still got done but then again they were in a worse position at the MCG and won, so you never know.

A score of 2 - 350 would make it really interesting.

 

[PalaceGun]

With the match and series on the line there is no way known that Smith won't bat.

In all likelihood he bats 11, but I can also see him coming in at 8, after Harris to hold up an end.

At 8? More chance of the next test being played on the moon.

He's only coming in at a similar situation to the SCG.

 

[red+black]

surely a draw is the only possible result

 

[Hollow Knight]

surely a draw is the only possible result

There is a juicy $3.20 available at Centrebet for what you consider to be the only possible result.

Load up!

 

[Cousin Jed]

If South Africa are as good as they say they are they should win this easy.

 

[Cuzz09]

Oh man why did I say Id work tonight.

Either gonna miss a great win by the Aussies or the best run chase in the history of mankind.

Or a tame draw

 

[statsman74]

As per my comment when we were predicting the declaration, the beauty of doing it when he did gives us not only a 2nd new ball, but also a 3rd (light permitting)....could be important.

I hope Siddles foot (feet?) holds up...need him desperately.

 

[Ricketts]

As rubbish as that day was we'll still finish them off tonight.
You were all saying the same thing last test, then look at what our rested bowlers did.

 

[signhimup]

Marcus North out Bryce McGain in. Sorry to all North fans but he has to go his bowling is not up to scratch his batting has not convinced me and I fear he may have dropped the match and the series.

 

[Belnakor]

i'm glad Punter batted for another hour too. The declaration was perfect.

 

[Belnakor]

Marcus North out Bryce McGain in. Sorry to all North fans but his has to go his bowling is not up to scratch his batting has not convinced me and I fear he may have dropped the match and the series.

He made a ton last test you wally.

 

[Santana]

i'm glad Punter batted for another hour too. The declaration was perfect.

Actually, another 50 or more runs would have been perfect with the way things are going now.

 

[Santana]

2 quick wickets and that's the match, you guys quickly forget that we have another 90 overs to get 7 wickets!

You're also forgetting they only have to get 300 runs.

 

[signhimup]

He made a ton last test you wally.

Yeah I appreciate that I guess I am just pissed off about him dropping that catch it was pretty straight forward. Credit to him(100in the last test) it was a great knock but his next 3 have been very ordinary.

 

[Santana]

There is a juicy $3.20 available at Centrebet for what you consider to be the only possible result.

Load up!

What are SA's odds on winning?

I may load up on it. Why not.

 

[Belnakor]

You're also forgetting they only have to get 300 runs.

Only 300? We made just over 300 on the first day in ideal batting conditions.

There is no way SA can win this test.

 

[Hollow Knight]

Only 300? We made just over 300 on the first day in ideal batting conditions.

There is no way SA can win this test.

Especially if we pin them down early with the new ball and restrict the run rate.

We only need another 2-3 wickets and they'll go 100 percent into draw mode.

 

[Belnakor]

Especially if we pin them down early with the new ball and restrict the run rate.

We only need another 2-3 wickets and they'll go 100 percent into draw mode.

If we bowl to an 8-1 field they wouldn't get within 150 runs of the total. negative cricket, but thats what we'll do if we can't get these guys out by lunch.

 

[Cuzz09]

What are SA's odds on winning?

I may load up on it. Why not.

Thats what I was thinking - Aussies would still be favs but not with any great confidence.

 

[PowerForGood]

I think that the Aussies will win comfortably, by about 100 runs.

However, the Saffers won't look at it as 2(3)-240 chasing 540, they're thinking 2(3)-10 chasing 310.

Actually, looking at it that way, it might get a bit closer than I thought...

Australia by 50-75 runs.

 

[PalaceGun]

You're also forgetting they only have to get 300 runs.

Is that all?

Anyone wishing to have a bet on South Africa save some of your dosh by sending half your intended wager to me.

 

[wotdoiput]

Need to get a wicket in the first hour or so, before the Kallis sets anchor and AB gets in again. 2 would be perfect.

 

[Belnakor]

one thing is certain, if Kallis is at the crease at the end Sa won't have won.

 

[wotdoiput]

Well they could build around Kaliis with guys like AB, Duminy and even Boucher who can play their shots.

But Im not worried about SA winning, as I dont think they have much if any chance. I want the Aussies to get sme early wickets to calm the nerves and perhaps ensure an early finish so I can get some sleep.