Australia v Sri Lanka

History is against the Lankans though 143 , that new ball will claim a couple.

If they get 507 they'll be ready to kill England next month !

Originally posted by Sledger I've a feeling that MacGill might be a fringe player tomorrow bondy - he's been very ordinary in this series.

I dont think there will be a draw in this match if the weather remains dry. This test is still very much in favour of Australia. I would say 70 % to 30 % for Australia. Sri Lanka has a real chance to win it, but therefore this wicket should stand for another 150 runs or so. That is difficult but not impossible.

Bit of a difference when your player is in hospital having scans, as opposed to rotating bowlers so they can have a nice shower and cup of tea.

I do expect Aussie to win this match even if it rains or not. One thing I can't understand is why on earth were Ponting and Hussey batting so stupid, they were 2 wickets down and the declaration was coming soon and still those guys were batting like they were trying to save a test match instead of playing a 20/20 innings knowing Gilchrist and Symonds are still to bat.

Edited by BackFoot Master - 19 November 2007 at 9:34pm

I know it's gonna be hard for Sri lanka to win this one but if Aussie doesn't get 7 wickets today, Sri Lanka will win the match.

Sangakkara was exceptionally unlucky- the ball hit his shoulder, then helmet and didn't his is bat. Whether it was a good catch or not is irrelevant, it wasn't 'out'- and you're right BFM, Australia seem to end up on the right-side of a majority of the hazy decisions. However, it is said that you make your own luck..

Edited by bondy - 20 November 2007 at 2:05am

Sri Lanka all out for 410 and give aussie a 2-0 series win.

Originally posted by 143no Originally posted by Clobber and where do you think Simon Jones was when Ponting had his little tantrum at Trent Bridge?   Taking his turn I suppose.

 No , he was in hospital and his injury was a sight more serious than Symonds'.

  So history isn't made , but the visitors made a fist of it. Stylish stuff from Sangakarra , I love watching him bat. Brett Lee did the business and 8 wickets on a flattie is testament to his efforts - there's a message for all quicks there. Phil Jaques has filled Langer's boots very well - there might be a few hiccups along the way , but he has all the attributes for a successful test career.
         I expect the Lankans to be very competitive at home next month and also expect MacGill to have a very relaxing festive season.

Yeah, Simon Jones injury were more serious than Symonds. Simon Jones had to run on his foot for six balls on a straight while Symonds were running like 3 out of six balls. It was harder in Jones case.

Edited by BackFoot Master - 20 November 2007 at 4:58am

Originally posted by 143no Maybe he was sledge, but you still can't deny it was a common theme through the series, giving bowlers a rest, plus this guy was a tasmanian player, not a specialist fielder travelling with the team to each game.

  Fair enough lad , but remember Tasmania is almost the size of England so one could argue that Gary Pratt was a local boy too !!

garrywarne when I see first meaningful post of yours, i will tell you.

Silva has dissapointed big time. I though he would be one of the more successful players but he dissapointed me.
On the other hand, SL will now do better against other countries me thinks.

Originally posted by 143no Maybe he was sledge, but you still can't deny it was a common theme through the series, giving bowlers a rest, plus this guy was a tasmanian player, not a specialist fielder travelling with the team to each game.

a Tasmanian player who hasn't played for Tasmania in over 18 months...sounds like a specialist fielder to me

My point is he lives in the state the game was being played, you may have a point if he shows up at the SCG.