Comments on: England Vs India: Test 2 Day 5 — No coach but many oval beans?

By: sampath kumar

sampath kumar — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 02:38:57 +0000

Mohan,

We need the oil–so that on windy days or with the ceiling fans at home and cafe, the gun powder doesn’t get into our eyes

Also, the oil is a lubricant–will stop the powder irritating th throat and gullet–will stop coughs, sneezes and hiccups!!!

powder and oil are inseparable–like husband and wife!

By: mohankaus

mohankaus — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 02:20:08 +0000

It is about time that Indians returned fire with fire and not a collective show of their bared backsides — as is our wont. However, (a) they do not need to draw first blood, and (b) they do not need to cross the line. Sree Santh did cross the line and for that, he copped it.

Sesame oil when mixed with chilli powder somewhat softens the impact. I’d say the team needs to stick with chilli powder and not mess with sesame — seeds, oil or street! Bring on the chilli powder, if necessary, I say!

By: sampath kumar

sampath kumar — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 02:01:03 +0000

Mohan et al,

Your wishes on Indiians taking up sledging have come true–in fact Sreesanth has taken your advice on sledging to even a higher order! ( in the true Indian tradition, when the master asks for Sesame seeds, the Servant obliges by bringing in Sesame oil!!!!!) .That too, without help from an Aussie!!

By: gnbmdr

gnbmdr — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 01:20:45 +0000

The biggest challenge for India is not lose the next match.

After Adelaide victory, it was disappointing to watch India meekly surrender at Melbourne. After Sehwag’s blistering innings, Indian batting folded. IIRC, Zaheer could not bowl more than 5 overs.

But, England is not Australia.

By: mohankaus

mohankaus — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:58:46 +0000

Prior wont be dropped for Geriant Jones.

By: gnbmdr

gnbmdr — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:52:48 +0000

It was a good toss to win for India. England needs to look at their batting woes – Looks like Indian bowlers have figured out Pietersen, Ian Bell. Matt Prior could be dropped and Greant Jones may come back ? Hoggard should be fit for the next match ?

England bowled well. It is just that they could not get the wickets ? I understand Sachin congratulated Sidebottom on the 4th day morning for his bowling. Tremlett bowled well.

Simon Taufel had a bad test match.

The opening partnership was crucial for India setting up the middle order for the huge first innings lead.