The Red Baron
Chilla Wilson (44)
After the 1st test ended in a draw, both teams will take some time off and be back into it at the Adelaide Oval. A pity that the second day was washed out at the Gabba, otherwise one team would have headed to Adelaide with a win under their belt.
The Aussies are looking reasonably sharp. Still some issues with the top order, and other issues with the bowling. The Gabba pitch didn't offer too much to the bowlers, and Adelaide is traditionally a batting friendly wicket. Therefore, will both teams be examining their bowling stocks, and look for some variety?
Personally, I feel that Australia will go into this game with a slight psychological edge. They scored more than SA at the Gabba, and actually managed to bowl SA out in the first innings (although SA were a man down). However, we can't underestimate the South Africans, they are the number 1 test side for a reason. Their quick bowlers will be desperate to make amends for Brisbane. Especially Steyn. He looked a bit down, but Morkel bowled really well for little reward. For the Aussies, Siddle tried hard, Hilf didn't get any swing, but Pattinson is looking quite good and has to be the pick of the bowlers from both sides after the 1st test.
Having said all that, I don't think the bowlers from either team will get on top until they go the the WACA. But the team that bowls the best in Adelaide should take the honors. Big scores await is my prediction!
The Aussies are looking reasonably sharp. Still some issues with the top order, and other issues with the bowling. The Gabba pitch didn't offer too much to the bowlers, and Adelaide is traditionally a batting friendly wicket. Therefore, will both teams be examining their bowling stocks, and look for some variety?
Personally, I feel that Australia will go into this game with a slight psychological edge. They scored more than SA at the Gabba, and actually managed to bowl SA out in the first innings (although SA were a man down). However, we can't underestimate the South Africans, they are the number 1 test side for a reason. Their quick bowlers will be desperate to make amends for Brisbane. Especially Steyn. He looked a bit down, but Morkel bowled really well for little reward. For the Aussies, Siddle tried hard, Hilf didn't get any swing, but Pattinson is looking quite good and has to be the pick of the bowlers from both sides after the 1st test.
Having said all that, I don't think the bowlers from either team will get on top until they go the the WACA. But the team that bowls the best in Adelaide should take the honors. Big scores await is my prediction!