Friday, July 18, 2008

England hit back after lowly batting display


England v South Africa, 2nd npower Test, Headingley, 1st day

Will Luke

July 18, 2008

South Africa 101 for 3 (Amla 18*, Prince 9*) trail England 203 (Pietersen 45, Steyn 4-76, Morkel 4-52) by 102 runs

England's fast bowlers took three quick wickets to levy the balance at the close of the first day's play at Headingley. A limp batting performance, albeit against a fine display from South Africa's seamers, had them bowled out for a disappointing 203 in typical Leeds conditions. Their own bowlers responded, however, to fire out three wickets - including Jacques Kallis - on a day not short on controversy.

BY-Cricinfo