Ind vs NZ

[Nikema]

Re: Ind vs NZ

@xephyr

Had it been Pakistan in that situation (with 150 lead), they would have ‘generously’ and "very positively’ thought to declare and win the game.

I think India already lost the match unless Lax makes another miracle with tail end.

This isnt a discussion that needs a Pak v India touch, but since you added above comment, let me walk you through two same situations where Indian and Pakistan captains acted differently.

Bangalore 2005 → Pak went into 2nd inning and declared after batting for 50 overs and declaring and giving indians a target, which on that wicket, with that kind of inform batting line up, Virender, Dravid, Sachin, VVS, Saurav would have been risky but was still opted for by Pakistani captain, Pak gave option of scoring 350+ in minimum 100 overs.

Bangalore 2007 → India starts of the final day with lead of over 220 (if i remember correctly) and the captain did not declare till ten overs before tea. India gave option of scoring 350+ in minimum 30-40 overs.

I think above two example explain how two different teams would react when it comes to making bold/brave decisions in the ground.