Loading Posted in 2015 World CupFeaturedEngland take control of third Test against West IndiesMarch 3, 2015 by Robert O'Sullivan In a match where every session seemed to offer some sort of twist or surprise, England have gained an ascendency which must be seen as decisive on the longest upward road ahead during this test. The game will have been closely followed by fans and analysts alike, with England proving the dominant force both in terms of sheer ability and tactical mastery. England team is likely to dominate the last phase of Test for what could be a virtual blind win.
Man of the moment, Sam CurranEngland went on to win two T20Is and three ODIs with a high dominant hand over Sri Lanka.
The England cricket team have been clinical with both bat and ball in the third Test, displaying a deft mix of skillful technique and smart tactics. It was an approach that rang true for England from the start, as their disciplined fast bowling allowed them to cash in on favourable conditions and build up a healthy first-innings lead.
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It was a good display of determination and technique, with England's top order showing their worst here in the first innings. The team established the foundation following a brilliant career knock by their top-order batsmen. The star of their knock was one them finding form with a superb century and also did not hurry, but build the innings as well in due manner. He played with precision, knew when to score and scored which handed England a vital advantage.
Crucial middle-order efforts from fly-half George Ford; centre Piers Francis and scrum half Ben Youngs (twice) put England in control, but it meant their innings was always likely to total enough runs for West Indies the chase would become difficult. A wonderful combination of discipline, mixed with some aggressive strokes allowed England to post a very healthy score.
Edge of Greatness: A Survey Of England's Bowling
England's bowlers ensured their dominance in the game throughout. Their bowlers, led by Boult and his disciplined line-and-length tactics, suffocated the West Indies batters early on. The pace attack in particular kept coming and rolled up the oppositionstylesheet brisbane banner when conditions were in their favour.
The spinners have been vital as well, taking wickets at regular intervals and keeping things tight during the middle part of the innings. Their ability to extract turn and bounce out of the surface made it tough for West Indies batsmen. A collective bowling effort from the England ensured that West Indies were kept at bay and denied themselves from decelerating.
The West Indies Struggle and Their Response from England
The West Indies had their task cut out in reply to the total of England. The team failed to offer a solid batting show as the bowlers of England came in strong and attacked throughout. Although there were a couple of dogged efforts from the West Indies players, they failed to put up enough resistance.
England made the most of lending hands from their bowlers, who chipped away in key moments. They kept breaking partnerships and carrying on the pressure, which meant that West Indies couldn't get themselves ahead at any stage of their innings. The fielding was good as well, making sure the West Indies felt the pressure even when they weren't losing wickets.
Looking Ahead: The Final Push
England would be in a stronger position because of the developments that happened on day two as the third Test progresses. The way they scored runs and bowled earlier, the team is well on course to walk away with full honours. England have done the hard work but they cannot switch off during what are going to be key stages of the Test.
On the flip side, West Indies will have to regroup and come up with a fighting professional performance in order pull things back. As the match hangs in the balance, cricket fans are keenly watching to see if West Indies can revive themselves further or England continue their dominance and march towards another victory.
