Match Report

I was savoring the afterglow of the Indian victory in the 2nd test match when I came across this report that stood out from others. It's actually a recount of the match after 4th day but the description of what it is like to play in India and that of the two spinners is really "brilliant" (I want to use a better word here but I'm not as talented as the author, Simon Barnes). Here is an excerpt:

The trouble is that when you play a Test match in India, it is quite easy to get the idea that every mortal being on the planet, and now a few immortals as well, are against you. Even the sacred cows in the streets want you to lose.

Full report here.