The two Test Series currently underway Australia v. South Africa and India v. England are really producing some good entertainment.
Just watched the first day highlights of Australia v. South Africa at the WACA. Looked like the Aussies had bowled the Yarpies out for a real low score of 225 and they only got that because the lower order supported Du Plessis and put on some runs. Yarpies were 75 for 6 after winning the toss so the 225 all out was quite a good recovery. Although with Morne Morkel batting 11 there was batting strength in depth. Just as well as they needed it.
Then the Aussies had a tricky end to the day and ended up 33-2.
Could be the conditions/wicket favours the bowlers. Wont find out till both sides have batted. But looks like Pup Clarke will have to make another hefty contribution.
Plus its Ponting's last Test. I think thats a good call by him, the years have caught up with him. He just doesnt seem to be able to get back into the runs anymore and he's too old to be given any time. However that does'nt alter the fact that he was a high class batsman and skippered the Aussies through a golden era. We English love to hate Punter, but his talent is massively respected.
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