So at the end of 15 overs South Africa are 89 for the loss of two wickets. Gibbs (20) and Kallis (18) were the one?s to depart. The third wicket partnership was still going on as we left. It was worth 12 runs and Smith was at 26 and Rudolph at 6.
Progress of match: -
The opening partnership was worth only 41 as Gibbs departed at 20 when he tried to go for a double but did not reach the crease in time. The score, 41/1. The second partnership of Kallis and Smith lasted only a few overs and was worth only 36 runs. As Kallis couldn?t hit the ball right, got an edge, and the ball went straight to the keeper for an easy catch. The score 77/2. Then Rudolph came and put up a 12 run partnership assisted by Smith. And the partnership still goes on.
Statistics:-
Conditions: Hot and humid, Overcast, Medium chance of rain, Dry pitch
Score: 89/2
Overs: 15
Top Scorer: Smith (26)
Top Bowler Gamage (1-59)
Bowlers used: 2
South Africa are 89/2. They have 35 overs and have 8 wickets in hand.