I went though all the messages and am surprised and disappointed that no one dares to ask the most important question. Why is it that Sachin didn't farm the strike when he was partnering with tailenders (specially RP Singh and I Sharma.) Had he done that I'm absolutely certain we could have played lot more overs on day three and thereby put a little more pressure on Australia. Same could be said with Anil Kumble in the second innings. He should have played the 71st and 72nd overs instead of exposing the tail. Look, the Umpires let us down and cost us a WIN in this test, but it is our players attitudes that got us a defeat. As long as we don't hold them responsible and accountable, we will continue to get these results. I would like to see what others think about this too.
RE:Sachin's First Innings Century
by JM on Jan 07, 2008 03:07 AM Permalink
8-9 fielders were on the boundary when Sachin was on strike; only 1 fielder was on the boundary when the tail enders batted.
The fair result of this test was draw. Both India and Aus played well at times and didnt at times. No one is saying India would have won but for the umpiring decisions.
RE:Sachin's First Innings Century
by Raman on Jan 07, 2008 10:10 AM Permalink
And to think about his innings,he was very lucky to be given not out when he was out,not that i m saying we dont need some luck,we sure did,but imagine if he failed in that one as well,wouldve been really bad for him,i really wish Saurav was not given out in the second innings,he is the Tiger and the type of player to thrive on these pressure,as usual sachin got out when we needed him most..
