Just what is it with the Eden Gardens and dramatic collapses? Nearly a decade ago, in the match that few in this part of the world will ever forget, Australia were in complete command at tea on the opening day. Matthew Hayden had biffed his way to 97 in typically muscular fashion and the scoreboard showed 193 for 1.
Australia have already wrapped up the series with a current 3-0 lead, but like they did in the Test series the hosts are hoping to pile on more insult to their opponents with another whitewash.
Portugal who knocked off the impressive Serbians in their quarter-finals start as favourite to win the contest, but could face strong competition from Azerbaijan who will be hoping to clinch a spot in the final game of the championships.
Australia continue to dominate the series and Ricky Ponting men can wrap up the series with victory in Adelaide after going 2-0 up at the SCG, where they enjoyed their third-greatest winning margin over Pakistan in terms of runs with a 140-run triumph.
Internet TV brings live coverage of the Bangladesh v India, 2nd Test, Mirpur, 2nd day – Jan 25.
