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Goodies pile on for Ganguly before X'mas
Source: Mid-day Date: December 23, 2006
The chairman of selectors was happy with the way India made full use of the
opportunity as they ended Day One with 271 for six in 77 overs. “In order to
maintain form, practice helps but match practice plays a major role. There
was a big gap between the first and second Tests and I am happy the Natal
officials have obliged us with this fixture,” said Vengsarkar.
Sourav Ganguly, who stayed unbeaten with 41 was delighted with the
opportunity too. “The outfield was heavy, which is why I concentrated on
taking singles and twos. I am glad I spent time at the crease which I have
been trying to do since the Potchefstroom game,” said Ganguly.
Father’s assurance
THE KwaZulu-Natal Invitation XI vs India game is being held at the Northwood
Crusaders Club, which is 30 miles away from Durban city. It is Shaun
Pollock’s school ground.
Sachin Tendulkar and M S Dhoni were not part of the action on Day One
yesterday but that did not stop the crowd from chanting their names.
Back to Pollock.
It is learnt that father Peter drove his Johannesburg-bound son down to
Durban airport and assured him that he will return home as a 400-wicket man
in Test cricket. Shaun went into the opening Test with 395 wickets and
claimed his 400th by getting rid of Rahul Dravid. Peter was proved right!
