Realistically, only two results were possible: a draw or an England victory. On a reasonably straightforward batting surface there was no reason to think that Australia would have been able to dismiss England in the 44 overs that were available. And in this age of T20 cricket, scoring at just over five runs per over for such a relatively short period, was not that daunting a task, especially with a player like Kevin Pietersen within the ranks. As it turned out, Kevin Pietersen?s 62 from 55 deliveries lit up the afternoon and was largely responsible for bringing England within sight of a finish-line that only the intervention of darkness prevented them from crossing.
Michael Clarke's Declaration At The Oval Was Reckless
I think Clarke made an unwise decision and almost threw away a test match
Michael Clarke's Declaration At The Oval Was Reckless
I think Clarke made an unwise decision and almost threw away a test match