Andrew Strauss Thrilled By Dramatic Win Over South Africa

Tuesday, March 8th, 2011 at 8:32 am , filed under News by Chalmers Dugan

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Andrew Strauss, England captain was most delighted man as their team defeated South Africa in a low scoring thriller. England sneak home by six runs, Ravi Bopara and Stuart Broad was the stars in their thrilling World Cup encounter.

England and South Africa went face to face in the Sunday’s World Cup clash at Chepauk stadium, Chennai. England had played three games before this match, winning the match against Netherlands and tied a match against India. They had a disaster defeat against Ireland; England had to win this game if their World Cup dreams have to stay alive.

England after winning the toss decided to bat first, they had an early set back by losing both their openers early. Jonathan Trott (52) and Ravi Bopara (60) were the only batsmen to fight against the lethal bowling attack of South African’s. South Africa has begun their chase perfectly but suddenly lost their way as wickets were faltered in quick time. James Anderson has started the downfall of South Africa and the terms were dictated by Stuart Broad by wrapping up the tail.

Andrew Strauss said that their team showed a great fighting spirit as they will face low profile teams of Bangladesh and West Indies in the upcoming group matches. They have four days of time to reunite and to rethink their strategies. Ravi Bopara was adjudged man of the match for his splendid efforts in the batting. England captain Andrew Strauss admitted that chasing on this is difficult and it is easy for fast bowlers to bowl in the second innings.

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