First of all, there was no Shane Bond. Also, there was no Vettori.

Yet, Dravid was not able to go the distance and win it for India. So much for him being the perpetual matchwinner for India.

Sehwag got among the runs, but again, there was no Bond to take him out early.

Ganguly failed yet again. God, when is he going to get out of his slump?

Kaif capitalized on the opportunity and played a good innings.

Yuvraj got out lbw to Patel. I did not see the game, so I can’t comment on whether he was or was not comfortable against the spin. He usually isn’t, so I won’t be surprised if he got out trying to sweep or something.

Agarkar got 2 wickets - for those who were waiting for a flop show this time after his 4-fer in the match against Zim must be disappointed.

So as expected, it will be an India/NZ final. With NZ at full strength, I doubt if this Indian side will be able to make a dent.