New Zealand Tour Of Uae

[Brian Lara]

Younis Khan didn't score 100! Latham pinched the magic potion off him. This is good, Pakistan batting second. It'll be great to see how good they'll be.

 

[Ljp86]

Good position to be in for the Kiwis but the chance of getting a result in this game are fading. They really need to skittle Pakistan tomorrow morning and come out and bat with some assertiveness and aggression if they want to win this test.

 

[futureblackcap]

Oh no. The ball is turning like a corkscrew out there and the pitch isn't the only thing crumbling!

 

[nairbe]

What a cliff hanger, come on the Black Caps

 

[futureblackcap]

Vettori set for surprise return in the 3rd Test match. Ronchi is also likely to come in as a specialist batsmen.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/news/article.cfm?c_id=4&objectid=11363843

I would have liked to have seen Wagner given a go personally but it'll be nice to see Dan the man play in the whites again.

 

[SriLanka]

Vettori set for surprise return in the 3rd Test match. Ronchi is also likely to come in as a specialist batsmen.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/news/article.cfm?c_id=4&objectid=11363843

I would have liked to have seen Wagner given a go personally but it'll be nice to see Dan the man play in the whites again.

I'am defo going to watch that game luv vettori

 

[futureblackcap]

I'am defo going to watch that game luv vettori

Good move. This is only a temporary 'unretirement'.

 

[Ljp86]

Not all that surprised to see Vettori back. Mark Craig hasn't looked all that threatening while Ish Sodhi has looked okay but is no world beater with the ball just yet. The accuracy and experience of Vettori will prove crucial for New Zealand in the third test in my opinion, if he has a good game they'll win.

 

[Kram81]

Another day, another run fest in the sub continent..

 

[futureblackcap]

Another day, another run fest in the sub continent..

That's what I thought but Pakistan bowled out for 351!

Strangest day of Test cricket I've ever seen I think. Both teams have obviously been affected by what happened yesterday. The bats lined up with the caps and P.H on the shirts of the Kiwis were nice tributes I thought..

Kane Williamson was in tears earlier. Tough day for everyone..

 

[futureblackcap]

Baz is batting as good as you will ever see! You will definitely want to checkout the highlights..

2nd fastest Test 50 for New Zealand.

 

[futureblackcap]

This is just fantastic batting from Baz and Williamson. Well played McCullum!

 

[futureblackcap]

Baz had tears in his eyes when he raised his bat for the century. I think there is no doubt who this innings is dedicated to.

 

[Kram81]

8 sixes he's hit.

And whoever it was that originally came up with the term 'maximum' for a 6 needs a severe beating.

 

[Ljp86]

Mark Craig hasn't looked all that threatening

Now he comes on and takes seven. Good on him though, hopefully he can hold his spot when the home series begins for New Zealand.

 

[futureblackcap]

Now he comes on and takes seven. Good on him though, hopefully he can hold his spot when the home series begins for New Zealand.

I was a doubter as well hehe. Credit to Craig.

 

[futureblackcap]

8 sixes he's hit.

His wagon wheel looks ridiculous! Literally all around the ground.

 

[Kram81]

I must admit it is enjoyable seeing Pakistan really chase some leather after what they did to the Aussies

 

[futureblackcap]

I must admit it is enjoyable seeing Pakistan really chase some leather after what they did to the Aussies

You're welcome brother.

 

[Kram81]

NZ lead by 219 with 7 down, a lead of something towards 300 would put them in a very good position.