So near yet so far for Watson
Shane Watson admitted his failure to complete his maiden Test century at the Adelaide Oval was “the most shattered I’ve been”, and vowed a more restrained approach when he next closes in on the milestone. Watson resumed the third day’s play against West Indies unbeaten on 96, only to be bowled attempting to blast Sulieman Benn through midwicket on the second ball of the morning.
Watson’s momentary loss of composure was the low-point of an otherwise superb Test for the allrounder, featuring three wickets and innings of 96 and 48. His average after five matches as opener now stands at a robust 48, and includes four half-centuries from eight innings. A Test ton, however, remains elusive. Read more
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