Second Test. SA v England. Cape Town, Jan 2-6

[KipperJohn]

Amidst the euphoria, it is likely that Morris' contribution of 69 on debut will be somewhat overlooked. It was a crucial partnership and they both played very well.

I noticed Marcus Trescothick used the term 'abuse' when describing England's 'sledging'. I'm not sure if he meant that literally, but his demeanour suggested he was pretty unhappy about it and the word may have slipped out mirroring his thoughts.

Anyway at least they applauded the century.

[Arthur Crabtree]

At stumps Broad was fined for winding up the umps.

[mikesiva]

Rabada strikes...Cook out.

[backfootpunch]

surely we cant lose this match

not a good shot from hales, if your going to play a shot to that ball surely it has to be a pull shot

[budgetmeansbudget]

Thank goodness we're well used to not alot for 3 these days!

[Arthur Crabtree]

Should just be a chance for someone in the top order to massage their batting average.

[Aidan11]

I think we need to start panicking.

[Aidan11]

One more wicket in the next half hour and we need to panic.

[Aidan11]

It's Adelaide 2006 all over again....

Big total and declare...
Ginger gets 200....
Third innings collapse....
Goes to B&Q for new axe....

[backfootpunch]

if root gets out i will be in full panic mode

[backfootpunch]

It's Adelaide 2006 all over again....

Big total and declare...
Ginger gets 200....
Third innings collapse....
Goes to B&Q for new axe....

fortunately no shane warne

unless piedt has been practicing his leg breaks

[Arthur Crabtree]

After 20 overs, this will be a featherbed. Great opportunity for a flat track ton.

[budgetmeansbudget]

I'll start panicking when Arthur starts panicking.

Voice of reason and all that jazz.

[Arthur Crabtree]

Panic!

[backfootpunch]

thanks the lord it was a no ball