The stage is set at Sabina Park in Kingston, Jamaica Third and final test between West indies And AustraliaIt is a day-night clash, which is to be played with lights with pink ball, promises a unique challenge for both sides on a surface that has already discussed a lot.
Already with a series 2-0 seal in their favorVisitors will aim to fulfill a clean sweep and maintain their dominance. Australia’s speed attack has remained tireless, and their batting unit has shown enough flexibility to control the important moments so far in the series.
On the other hand, the hosts have one last opportunity to restore pride. A win here will not only help avoid a whitewash, but will also offer a very important confidence. The West Indies would be expecting most of the local conditions, especially the safina park pitch with the Sabina Park pitch, quickly and the spinners assist in the game later.
Sabina Park Pitch Report:
The surface of Sabina Park offers a balanced competition between the bat and the ball. Initially, pacers can exploit the available seams and swing with a new ball. As the game comes out, spinners are likely to play with the pitch, which offers more grip. The batsmen will need to show discipline early, but can expect better scoring opportunities as the situation decreases later in the match.
While the lights have been given a lot of attention, the pitch itself presents an attractive challenge. Sporting a healthy layer of a green tinge and live grass, the surface appeared dry enough, so that late water is required on the eve of the test. During the net sessions, the Pink Duke Ball is mentioned, showing that it may have a significant impact in Kingston in the coming days. Along with dominating the day position on heat and high humidity, the bowlers will be likely to operate in later sessions – not only for the assistance provided under the lights, but also to take advantage of the cooler brothers coming after the sunset.
Sabina Park Testing Statistics and Record:
- Total Match: 56
- The matches bowled first: 19
- The matches batted first: 22
- Average first innings score: 315
- Average 2 innings score: 329
- Average 3 innings score: 235
- Average 4th innings score: 149
- The highest total record: 849/10 (258.2 OV) by England vs West Indies
- The lowest total record: 47/10 (25.3 OV) by West Indies vs England
- The highest personal score: Gary Sobers (365*for West Indies)
- Best bowling figures in an innings: Steve Hormison (7/12 for England)
- Best bowling figures in a match: Jason Holder (11/103 for West Indies)
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