Re: Pakistan vs India 3rd Test Match @ Karachi Jan 29 - Feb 2 2006
However, everything is expected to hinge on the fitness of Pakistan's captain, Inzamam-ul-Haq. ** If he is forced to sit out of the match with a bad back, sources close to the Indian team management are anticipating that some of the grass that currently remains on the wicket will be shaved off. In that case, India may be forced to include five bowlers to combat the vagaries of a more benign pitch. **
Wow, looks like the decision to shave the grass or not depends on whether Inzi is fit to play.
I was really surprised to read it myself. Never would have imagined the entire series would solely depend on the inclusion/exclusion of one man. Truly amazed, to say the least.