Can India pull it up against SA?

It was an amazing Test Match for Kallis. He proved why he deserves as much respect as Sachin does. And I believe he is the best alrounder the world has seen so far.  4th day started with lots of hope for India when Harbhajan took wickets in quick intervals. And after that it felt like an ordinary attack from India. Boucher & Kallis together took it completely away from India. I felt quite disappointed. Having set a target of 340, I am sure SA is almost 99% sure that they won't loose.What could be the strategy from India perspective? Will they try to win today? If they play defensive, I am sure the game will wind up by tea time, India loosing. If at all there is any feeble chance of India winning, then it all depends on Sehwag. I think his sheer presence for 40-50 overs will make the opponent feel negative about their chances. I think Sehwag will be clearly asked by Dhoni to stick around for as much time possible. Gambhir - I feel he will find it difficult to stay on the wicket due to his injury. I also have a feeling, this will be the last chance for Dravid to make a come back. If he fails again, then it will be wise for him announce his retirement as soon as possible (so that he can at least get one more series to play as a parting gift :)). If Sehwag goes early, then Dravid, Sachin & Laxman needs to play for draw. Going by law of average, I am not sure if Laxman can make it big today.Hence Dravid & Sachin needs to play it out till the end.... Let's see...

Watch out for Paul Harris!!!

Twenty Eleven - Will this be the year of celebration for Indian Cricket?

Indian Cricket was on a song in 2010 with some real amazing performances. Will they be able to continue with same momentum in 2011? Will they be able to notch the World Cup, which has stayed as a dream since 1983?

Sachin, Dhoni, Sehwag, Gambhir, Harbhajan, Zaheer - Will they be able to live up to expectations of billion hearts? Sachin hasn't played any one-dayer since February 2010. I am sure the Master has saved his best for the big occasion. Dhoni - I am quite impressed with his "cool & calm composure" in pressure situations. More than his batting & keeping, I have faith on his leadership. He is quite a character & his on-field attitude makes him quite different from others. As an exemplary leader, he has trust in his teammates, knows how to fire them up when required. Zaheer has been in his best form, though his fitness has been a great concern. Hopefully he gives no surprises for the world-cup. Bhajji - On Indian Subcontinent, he is going to be our key warhead. Sehwag - Well we all know what he is capable of. I am sure "Sehwag-Sachin-Gambhir" trio will give nightmare to most of the teams in the world cup.

Let's hope the Indian team manages to give the best parting gift to Sachin!!! Good luck guys...