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Old 30-05-2004, 11:00 PM in reply to Nikhil's post starting "The match seems to be heading towards a..."
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Originally Posted by Nikhil
The match seems to be heading towards a draw. WI have avoided follow on with Gayle's century. Don't think there will be a result now. Bangla bowling doesn't seem to be penetrative enough.

Surprised Lara got out cheaply. How did that happen? Did anyone see it live?
I agree, a draw seems the likely outcome. Gayle still there at the close, good reponsible innings from him, (for a change).

Lara had no hestitation in walking after a catch behind by Mashud from a Rahman delivery. He was trying to glance the ball for a four as he can do so well but appeared to open the face of the bat a bit too much.

Not so sure about the penetrative bowling issue, or lack of it, the Banglas dropped 5, (6?), catches. That puts them about on a par with the Windies in lost opportunities.