Well Chris Gayle is the first person to suggest this is a good pitch. That is interesting, and you have to take his word because he has spent the most time in the middle. However, I felt it was slow and other batsmen, especially Rahul (600-plus runs, mind) struggled to time it. Now it could quicken up in the night, and there could be dew. But all things equal, this is a good total

Big smile on Gayle's face. He says, "It was a good knock. I thought 180 is a good total. The wicket is good, and it will get better in the night. Getting out on 99 is unfortunate, but I have been there and done that. It was a good ball. This happens. Still enjoying it out there. Having fun. Oh 1000 mximums? Another record. Still have to be hitting it well at the age of 41. Got to give thanks for that. To those who wanted a century, I am sorry I missed out today, but in my mind it is a century, all right?"

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"If Gayle can hit one more six he will get to his hundred", Oh Sidharth, why did you say that??" Harv, glad to see so many Hawk-Eyes on the commentary