The Ashes has started up to its reputation of being excessively exciting. English bowlers staged a remarkable comeback before being quelled by Mr. Cricket, whose solid 81 led the way.
The strong batting display by Hussey brought Australia back in the game just before bad light stopped proceedings. The hosts lost four wickets during the second session of the game. Spirited bowling display by England included fiery spells from Steven Finn
and James Anderson. Hussy on the other end put up a brave fight and scored a 77-run partnership with Brad Haddin. Australia at the end of the day sensed they could take an important lead tomorrow.
It’s hard to guess what selectors would have done, if Hussey had failed in the second innings for http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Western-Australia-c865. His first-ball today also presented a chance for the second slip, but it came as a warning for the old Aussie player. However his assured
display and strong batting against Swann positioned a marker for the series. Five fours and a six came against the off-spinner, who regularly pitched the ball short for Hussey to pull.
England’s attack on the other hand, showed that they also have a firm grip on the conditions at Brisbane. They kept their own with Anderson the most impressive of them all. Not only did the medium pacer bag two wickets, but his economy rate of under two
runs an over ensured that the hosts remained under control. England remained patient throughout the day, even when the wickets were not falling. That is why two wickets by Steven Finn came at high cost.
The English team was denied the early breaks they were searching for. Shane Watson and Simon Katich rode their team on the road to good fortune. The first warning came when Katich tried to go for a hasty single, getting into trouble for some time. But as
the chance was missed, the Australians breathed a sigh of relief. Later, a down turned lbw brought England more frustration as the left handed batsman survived again.
The contention between http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Watson-c96326 and England bowlers was engrossing. But overall the right-handed batsman dominated the bowling with his perfect drives. Anderson after all, kept his composure to outclass him.
A perfect beginning was provided to England by Anderson after lunch. Ricky Ponting was dismissed while trying to glance down the leg side. Steven Finn also supported his partner and bowled well in his debut Ashes encounter.
Later, England had a strong hold over the Kangaroos when they dismissed five of their batsmen for less than 200. But this is where Hussey pitched in to take control of things.
He managed to take Finn and Swann on the attack, indicating the intentions of his team for the series. He maintained his role of an aggressor till the end while Haddin provide a solid defence to his batting, supporting his partner. When Haddin came in after
http://www.senore.com/Cricket/March-c74391. But the support that he displayed for his team and Hussey brought back life to the Australian camp.
Hussey’s fifty came from 85 deliveries and the midwicket seemed to be his area of interest. England was searching to reach for the new ball, but bad light intervened. It was backed up by rain shortly after which the day’s play stood over.
The round belonged to Hussey, who sought his redemption in the match. Saturday’s proceedings will be compulsive viewing, as the Aussie star will resume his innings in search of scoring a century. Lead is imperative for Australia if they want to dominate.
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