New Zealand's one percenters versus Australia's seven percenters
In a close game, one of those tiresome cliches is it's the one-percenters that make all the difference. You can't get much closer than a 2 wicket win off the last ball of the game. So how did both teams measure up?
A good measure is the extras conceded. New Zealand conceded only two wides in Australia's innings - remarkably disciplined bowling. In contrast, Australia conceded 11 wides and 3 byes (Haaaaddddiinnnnn!) In such a tight contest, you might say New Zealand's 1.1 percenters versus Australia's 7.7 percenters were the difference.
Of course Australia screwed up on many fronts. Our two best batsmen were run out. We dropped Taylor early in his match winning innings. Australia yet again made a complete hash of their batting power play. And the spirit of Matt Hayden lives on as both our left handed openers fell bunting to short cover.
Australia lost the chance to regain their #1 ICC ranking yesterday. But honestly, the way they played yesterday, could anyone argue they deserve the top spot?
| Posted by JC on Mon 2 Feb |  8 comments |
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