England reply with 48 for none to South Africa’s mammoth tally of 419 - Cricket News Roundup – Part 1 – August 04, 2012
With the second Test hanging in balance, hosts England look eager to settle scores with South Africa after
bowling them out on a total of 419, denying the visitors any wickets on day-two.
England skipper http://www.senore.com/Cricket/AN-Cook-c1026 gave their side a patient start, as the two seasoned batsmen countered the efforts of the South African bowlers with superb composure.
With Strauss on 19 and Cook on 20, the Poms would be hoping to pile a nerve-wracking total by the end of the third day.
Meanwhile, South African opener http://www.senore.com/Cricket/AN-Petersen-c1028 stretched his innings to 182 on the second day as he stood the best batsman from his side. However, there are reports that he has suffered a hamstring injury which might put him out of the remaining match.
http://www.senore.com/Cricket/South-Africa-c757, as he believes the game is in balance at the moment.
According to him, it would be vital for England to bat with patience on the third day to overcome the score posted by the South Africans.
“We're in no rush here with the bat; we can just settle in, take our time and try to build as big a total as we can. Our number one priority with the bat is to try to be patient, and look as big as we can,” said the fast bowler.
According to him, England would be in a comfortable position if they put something around 600 runs and then make the South Africans bat on the final day.
Speaking on the condition of the wicket at Leeds, the young pacer reckoned it to be an easy track for batsmen as it would lose its pace in the coming days.
New Zealand have gained an upper hand in the second Test against http://www.senore.com/Cricket/New-Zealand-c754 bowlers incinerating the Windies on a total of
209 runs despite a 123-run knock by MN Samuels.
New Zealand have now gained a first-innings lead of 51 runs and are looking strong at Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica.
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