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06-Feb-2009 13:46:00 GMT
England in Westindies, 2008/09

Gayle, Sarwan Make England Suffer, WI 160/1

Kingston: Chris Gayle and Ramnaresh Sarwan helped West Indies reach 160/1 in reply to England's 318 on Day 2 of the first Test.

An imposing partnership from Chris Gayle and Ramnaresh Sarwan built a firm foundation for West Indies as they reached 160 for one in reply Chris Gayle takes a break in a drinks cart during the first Test at Sabina Park.

Skipper Gayle (71) produced a composed innings with the concentration and discipline he has often been accused of lacking and Sarwan (74) was back to form after his disappointing tour of New Zealand.

England's first innings total, boosted by a smart knock of 64 from Matt Prior after they resumed on 236 for five overnight, appeared solid on a slow Sabina Park track but the reply leaves the tourists with a lot of work to do on the third day.

The solitary wicket for England came via the trial referral system, opener Devon Smith given out lbw to Andrew Flintoff by the third umpire, but 'trial by television' also handed the West Indians a vital reprieve.

Sarwan was on just five when he was rapped on the pads by Steve Harmison and umpire Tony Hill raised his finger but after the West Indians referred the ruling to the third umpire, Daryl Harper, the decision was overturned.

Brief Score: West Indies 161/1 (Sarwan 74*, Gayle 71*)  trail England 318 by 158-runs


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