India v South Africa | 1st Test | Nagpur | 6-10 Feb '10

[dani2k]

Good Lord!...saffers all over India who are gasping for breath...when did it happen last in India ?!

 

[sillyfan]

Look i dont mean to give it to IND to hard, but its no wonder they did not want the referral system! Look. IND got to No1 playing the sides they did and have had a few good years out of the last 50, now time for IND to rebuild!haha

 

[Luton Bad Boy]

Reading cricbuzz and cricinfo comments are downright hilarious...

I look forward to today's Wah Cricket on Star Plus!!

 

[sillyfan]

Good Lord!...saffers all over India who are gasping for breath...when did it happen last in India ?!

Many times, just IND dont remmeber! IND has a few good years and to IND its like they have been amazing since cricket started! )

 

[dani2k]

Look i dont mean to give it to IND to hard, but its no wonder they did not want the referral system! Look. IND got to No1 playing the sides they did and have had a few good years out of the last 50, now time for IND to rebuild!haha

Np. Rebuilding is a part of life anyway. What India would do well is to plan out the retirements of the big three - Sachin, Dravid and Laxman and phase it out over a period of time. The critical question is how to include a youngster when all of them are available? Yuvis place is the only one for grabs now and I reckon India should try out new players there. Yes it might cost a few games, but will serve India in the long run.

 

[sillyfan]

IND are not doing to bad in this T20 against SA, they are 2/33 so can still get to 180-200! )

Oh dear me, just read that this was a test match! )

 

[sillyfan]

Np. Rebuilding is a part of life anyway. What India would do well is to plan out the retirements of the big three - Sachin, Dravid and Laxman and phase it out over a period of time. The critical question is how to include a youngster when all of them are available? Yuvis place is the only one for grabs now and I reckon India should try out new players there. Yes it might cost a few games, but will serve India in the long run.

It is not only batsmen its bowlers in a big way also! Trouble is IND batsmen have been a few of the greats , so replacing them takes a long, long time! Welcome to rebuilding IND, now you have to learn to be great at batting,bowling and fielding all in one team!

 

[dani2k]

Many times, just IND dont remmeber! IND has a few good years and to IND its like they have been amazing since cricket started! )

Yes..India has had pathetic performances abroad but in India offlate they have been quite good.

And it is true that India doesnt remember bad performances here because offlate they are few . The last one I remember is the second test against saffers when we were shot out for 76. The one before that was the first innings of the famous calcutta test that happened in 2001.

Apart from these there are not "MANY" instances...

 

[saqlain]

Indian batsmen's dignity is at stake today. If there is day when India's batting has to prove its mantle, it is today and tomorrow.

 

[Momo]

Vijay is a decent batsman.

 

[sillyfan]

2/43 IND making a comeback!

 

[sillyfan]

Next wicket at 58 or 63!

 

[dani2k]

Indian batsmen's dignity is at stake today. If there is day when India's batting has to prove its mantle, it is today and tomorrow.

Spot on. Especially for Sachin and Dhoni. They have to lift their games and fight back. Sachin got a good ball in the first innings. He has to grind it out and pull us out of the deep hole.

 

[Robert]

Come on SA.....

 

[hashbb]

Hahaha omg i just noticed Hashim Amla scored more than all the indian put together !!

 

[the Great Khan]

Steyn..my favourite fast bowler..the white waqar younis..awesome stuff!!

 

[Luton Bad Boy]

Steyn..my favourite fast bowler..the white waqar younis..awesome stuff!!

Steyn always had the ability and his record is phenomenal, I for one am appreciating this mockery of the indian batting lineup

 

[sillyfan]

Steyn always had the ability and his record is phenomenal, I for one am appreciating this mockery of the indian batting lineup

Can you just imagine this on a proper cricket pitch and not at home for IND! )
Look, but there is no mockery, they are just proving PAK is a better side! )

 

[sillyfan]

Just wondering if i should keep watching this match or watch a rerun of Kenya verse Zimbabwe!lol

 

[sillyfan]

2/53

 

[sillyfan]

Harris speed bowling has got Tendulkar stuffed!

 

[the Great Khan]

Always liked steyn..the sort of fast bowler I'd pay to watch..pace late swing..deadly!! I think it also hifhlightshow well England and Strauss did this winter..but if SA can just get through this minor hiccup they have had they are the side to beat..

 

[sillyfan]

Word just in, IND batting for a draw on the 3rd day at home on a flat pitch!

 

[sillyfan]

waiting for the wicket in the next few overs!

 

[sillyfan]

What has happened to all the IND supporters? Talk about not having any depth in posting!lmao

 

[Xoib]

Sillyfan,

stop this continued trolling.

 

[adit_sh]

Good call, but SL, BANG and WI might have something to say about that in the not to distant future! )

Will cross the bridge when it comes. Its not that we are not used to no. 6 and no 7 10years back.

 

[adit_sh]

Sillyfan,

stop this continued trolling.

Lad was waiting for this opportunity for long time....let him have a troll and nJOY

 

[Sledger]

A lot of similarities between Steyn and Waqar, both are unafraid to pitch it UP. Maybe he goes for runs now and then but he's worth his weight in gold for being a pure STRIKE bowler, Umar Gul needs to bowl in this vain and even he can become an excellent bowler.

Also, I'm very surprised that Gambhir is struggling against this attack on a featherbed. I expected him to have a tought time in SA but not in India.

 

[Luton Bad Boy]

There goes my prediction of Sehwag making 600 runs in this series...

 

[sillyfan]

Will cross the bridge when it comes. Its not that we are not used to no. 6 and no 7 10years back.

fair call! You have a silmalar sense of humour, have to tone down my calls know!
Looks like they might be able to bat out a draw here. Been very smart at the moment and picking the shots well late in the day!

 

[sillyfan]

Sillyfan,

stop this continued trolling.

You have been dieing to say that to anyone! )

 

[RexRex]

Also, I'm very surprised that Gambhir is struggling against this attack on a featherbed. I expected him to have a tought time in SA but not in India.

struggling ? Batsmen do get dismissed ocassionally , you knw.Its part of the game.

 

[sillyfan]

A lot of similarities between Steyn and Waqar, both are unafraid to pitch it UP. Maybe he goes for runs now and then but he's worth his weight in gold for being a pure STRIKE bowler, Umar Gul needs to bowl in this vain and even he can become an excellent bowler.

Also, I'm very surprised that Gambhir is struggling against this attack on a featherbed. I expected him to have a tought time in SA but not in India.

I think team orders would be just to bat he day out then go from there??
Tricky position, go for it or be safe!

 

[Sledger]

struggling ? Batsmen do get dismissed ocassionally , you knw.Its part of the game.

I don't care if he's out for a duck or scoring a 50,he just hasn't looked comfortable at all, particularly against the bounce of Morkel, and this wicket is no where near as fresh as some of the ones he should find in South Africa.

 

[Amjid Javed]

There goes my prediction of Sehwag making 600 runs in this series...

Theres still a 2nd test! )

 

[Amjid Javed]

S.A may have to slow whittle away and pick up wickets here in 2nd inns!

 

[sillyfan]

Run rate has dropped to a normal AUS T20 one! )

 

[RexRex]

I don't care if he's out for a duck or scoring a 50,he just hasn't looked comfortable at all, particularly against the bounce of Morkel, and this wicket is no where near as fresh as some of the ones he should find in South Africa.

a bad day at the offiice ? not a big deal

 

[Xoib]

so you're saying Gambhir can never have a bad day at the offiice ?

His current avg flatters him comes across as a mid 40's bat

Personal oponion

 

[Sledger]

a bad day at the offiice ? not a big deal

Yep, I am giving him the benefit of the doubt, but all I said was it was a surprise, considering how lifeless this wicket is.

 

[sillyfan]

a bad day at the offiice ? not a big deal

Just aswell there not in someone elses office! )

 

[RexRex]

Run rate has dropped to a normal AUS T20 one! )

lol .. where did this obnoxious aussie ocker pop up from ??

 

[Sledger]

Kallis still pretty sharp for an old man.

Stumps on Day 3. 66/2.

 

[RexRex]

His current avg flatters him comes across as a mid 40's bat

Personal oponion

how can you have an opinion on that when you havent seen him play on bouncier wickets yet ?

 

[sillyfan]

lol .. where did this obnoxious aussie ocker pop up from ??

Not the quote i thought you would have a go at me for!
Considering i was having a go at our T20 run rate. )

 

[Xoib]

how can you have an opinion on that when you havent seen him play on bouncier wickets yet ?

Not talking about bouncy or flat theory just talking about generally as a batsman,I feel he is in a rich vain of form and has been lucky thay his best form has coincided with flat tracks and a settled team.If he makes me eat a humble pie I will gladly accept it but I certainly feel he will taper off.

 

[sillyfan]

Long way to go but after the last 20 overs IND might just bat this out to a draw!Could be a very intresting last session!

 

[sillyfan]

how can you have an opinion on that when you havent seen him play on bouncier wickets yet ?

Yes but like him you are speculating. Time will tell and like most{players** it will take a bit of time on them{good pitches** to really show his ability like most!

 

[RexRex]

sillyfan , I see you're on cloud9 these days after beating a highly competitive Pakistan team and the WI.

 

[Romali_rotti]

Some postives to watch out for during this envitable defeat;

1) Vijay looks very solid and some of his wrist work looks very Laxman like.

2) Badrinath looks solid as well.

3) Hopefully SRT will get another 100 Inshallah...

 

[sillyfan]

sillyfan , I see you're on cloud9 these days after beating a highly competitive Pakistan team and the WI.

No was on cloud nine with a less drilled and depleted AUS team thrashing IND at home in ODI! Really was not cloud nine just a bit of a laugh! )

 

[RexRex]

I see the aussies mention pyjama cricket a lot these days instead of tests .. not suprising though

 

[umerz]

Innings defeat on the cards for India...or at least they will lose by 9-10 wkts...

 

[sillyfan]

I see the aussies mention pyjama cricket a lot these days instead of tests .. not suprising though

No not suprising at all, ODI in IND against IND they can do it in there sleep, so why not do it in ones PJ's when playing ODI's in IND. )

 

[tahaqureshi]

Some postives to watch out for during this envitable defeat;

1) Vijay looks very solid and some of his wrist work looks very Laxman like.

2) Badrinath looks solid as well.

3) Hopefully SRT will get another 100 Inshallah...

Add to that Sehwag's continuation of his recent return to form. His last century before the recent one against Sri Lanka was over a year and a half ago. Good to see him back to centuries and doubles.

 

[dani2k]

Some postives to watch out for during this envitable defeat;

1) Vijay looks very solid and some of his wrist work looks very Laxman like.

2) Badrinath looks solid as well.

3) Hopefully SRT will get another 100 Inshallah...

I think you mean inevitable defeat...I still have hopes that we can draw this game. Not easy..but not impossible.

Tomorrows morning session is crucial. If India escapes that session with just a wicket down, then we definitely can fight it out. The least I would expect is another collapse which I don't think will happen again.

Bad day in office? Definitely. Chances of a recurrence? I hope not. Rain or shine...always for India

 

[Asok Chaktra]

Indian batsmen's dignity is at stake today. If there is day when India's batting has to prove its mantle, it is today and tomorrow.

at their half strength? without Dravid, Laxman and Youvraj? At present indian batting is great no doubt about it. One the greats retire... i doubt

Imagine pak playing this SA bowling! (They couldn't handle second bowling line of Aus)..

 

[Uzi]

at their half strength? without Dravid, Laxman and Youvraj? At present indian batting is great no doubt about it. One the greats retire... i doubt

Imagine pak playing this SA bowling! (They couldn't handle second bowling line of Aus)..

Yes Yuvraj is a great test batsman and is a vital member of the team.

 

[Amjid Javed]

India will probably have to bat 5 session here to save the game.

Or they could just invite Shin Seva round to dig the pitch up over night

 

[Khabri420]

at their half strength? without Dravid, Laxman and Youvraj? At present indian batting is great no doubt about it. One the greats retire... i doubt

Imagine pak playing this SA bowling! (They couldn't handle second bowling line of Aus)..

Asoka de Silva strikes!

 

[Inswinger]

at their half strength? without Dravid, Laxman and Youvraj? At present indian batting is great no doubt about it. One the greats retire... i doubt

Imagine pak playing this SA bowling! (They couldn't handle second bowling line of Aus)..

On this track even the Pakistani batsmen would have put up a fight.

 

[kingusama92]

On this track even the Pakistani batsmen would have put up a fight.

Considering what we did against the Saffers in our home series against them a few years ago.. I wouldn't say that so confidently.

 

[Inswinger]

Considering what we did against the Saffers in our home series against them a few years ago.. I wouldn't say that so confidently.

But were we the "#1 team"?

 

[sillyfan]

at their half strength? without Dravid, Laxman and Youvraj? At present indian batting is great no doubt about it. One the greats retire... i doubt

Imagine pak playing this SA bowling! (They couldn't handle second bowling line of Aus)..

IND could not handle AUS bowling at home on IND crap flat tracks, imagine SA at home or AUS at home. Pak played AUS at hom on decent pitches, IND is being thrashed at home on threre own flat tracks! PAK is way ahead!

 

[sillyfan]

Considering what we did against the Saffers in our home series against them a few years ago.. I wouldn't say that so confidently.

Is that IND new thing? Living in the past!!! )

 

[dani2k]

For those slamming India..relax mates. Yes SA and Steyn in particular had a stupendous day today and full credit to them. They have won the battle for sure but not the war and it is not over yet. I am hopeful that India will fight till the last ball is bowled.

 

[RexRex]

Looking forward to Tendulkar's double tomorrow

 

[Cryin Out Loud]

Ai yi yi yi yi.

We got taken. What a wonderful spell of fast bowling by Steyn! Well played Sehwag, but did you have to get out like an utter tool?

This game appears to be done (no kidding!). SA has highlighted the difference between a very good (not yet great without a quality spinner) bowling side and an average one.

 

[cricket_fever]

Hey hey, Saffers turning on the party! Cant see india surviving too long! The brilliant batting line up crumpling...sad innit?

 

[cricket_fever]

Looking forward to Tendulkar's double tomorrow

looking forward to another stey classic tomorrow

 

[Amir]

We got taken. What a wonderful spell of fast bowling by Steyn! Well played Sehwag, but did you have to get out like an utter tool?

What about the 9 guys after him!

 

[Jo_Don]

This game appears to be done (no kidding!). SA has highlighted the difference between a very good (not yet great without a quality spinner) bowling side and an average one.

Why do you need a quality spinner to be a great side, when you have guys like Steyn and Morkel who can take wickets on any pitch? Harris is ranked 12th btw, I would hardly call that average

 

[Cheguvera]

Also, I'm very surprised that Gambhir is struggling against this attack on a featherbed. I expected him to have a tought time in SA but not in India.

No surprises there...if one had looked only a bit deeper, they would have seen that playing mostly against crap bowling on dead tracks at home or in home-like conditions really doesn't make one the number one batsman in the world...

Probably the most undeserving batsman ever to get the number 1 rating...

 

[Ryankhan]

Hahhahaa,,,,i remember last time when SA toured india in 2008 or 2009. SA got them all out in 75 runs in a test match...brilliant and today again SA dominated. thanks to AMLA and KALLIS brillant batting and STEYN killing bowling. i didnt watched the match but saw the scorecard. inshallah SA will win this series and win this test match by innings...it wil be fun to see. Looks like Morne Morker found a way out to get Gambi out earlier....

 

[Cryin Out Loud]

Why do you need a quality spinner to be a great side, when you have guys like Steyn and Morkel who can take wickets on any pitch? Harris is ranked 12th btw, I would hardly call that average

Fair call, but I'd say that SA is still not like the Australians of McGrath & Co era, the Windians of the 80s, maybe the Pakistanis of the 90S. That's what I mean by great.

They might get there - they are the most likely to. But to get there, they need either a couple of Morkel clones or a good to great spinner. Harris did not impress much.

 

[Cryin Out Loud]

What about the 9 guys after him!

I wasn't abusing the man for his out, just regretting it. But that's what you get with Sehwag, and I'll take it.

 

[OZGOD]

Who is this Saha guy? Why would you play two keepers? Obviously Saha can't bat for peanuts, surely anyone would have been better than him.

 

[Momo]

Looking forward to Tendulkar's double tomorrow

From 400 to 200 in a couple of hours! Somebody is losing ground here.

 

[dani2k]

Who is this Saha guy? Why would you play two keepers? Obviously Saha can't bat for peanuts, surely anyone would have been better than him.

VVS was unfit and Rohit was supposed to replace him. On match day morning, Rohit twists his heel and enter Saha.. (no batting replacements for somebody who was originally a replacement himself)