Smith run out madness helped England, says Onions
England bowler Graham Onions believes South Africa captain Graeme Smith’s run out was crucial as England recovered on day one of the second Test.
Smith fell for 75 after a mix-up with AB de Villiers as the tourists crumbled from 160-2 shortly after tea to 175-5.
Onions said: “They batted very nicely, with Graeme Smith and Jacques Kallis (who also hit 75) playing really well.
“Obviously a little bit of madness from AB de Villiers got us a vital wicket, which was key.” Read more
Courtesy : news.bbc.co.uk
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