Anderson: Test evenly poised
Jan 04 2010 - 09:55:53
Seamer James Anderson claimed England could be reasonably proud of their efforts after the first day of the third Test against South Africa.
After England won the toss and opted to field, the hosts reached 279-6 when bad light brought a halt to proceedings at Newlands.
An unbeaten century from Jacques Kallis (108 not out) ensured that the Proteas survived a wobble in the morning to end the day in a relatively strong position.
"We bowled reasonably well and I think it's even stevens at this stage," said Anderson after a personal haul of 2-62.
"In the warm-up it was swinging a lot and with rain around as well, it was a very easy choice for us to bowl.
"We're happy with the decision. They've played really well - and Kallis played unbelievably well.
"On another day we could have had Kallis in early but it wasn't to be.
"But we'll have the new ball in our hands tomorrow and have to do our best to get him out early."