INDIA VS. AUSTRALIA- 2nd TEST- DAY 5 NEWS,TIPS AND ODDS

The cricketing world has been waiting a long time for a series like this, and it has not been disappointed.
With India being the only country in which Ricky Ponting has not won a Test as captain, and despite his best efforts as a batsman, he will need something really special from his bowlers to end that record in this second and decisive test.
After a hard-fought four days, India hold the upper hand going into the final morning thanks to a fine all-round bowling effort led by Pragyan Ojha, coupled with an equally brilliant double century from the little maestro Sachin Tendulkar.
The hosts need only a draw here today, with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy already in their keeping, however many feel that on a fifth day crumbling Bangalore pitch, that a result here is a fair call.
This has been a game of back and forth, with the cricket on display of the highest quality.
Many assumed that, with the 1-0 lead already taken, India would look to constitute a 'go slow' against the Australians here; however with the game finely balanced leading into day 5, it is clear that this is not the case.
As it stands, Australia lead by 185 runs with 3 wickets in hand. With that said Mitchell Johnson, who has a test hundred to his name, as well as Hauritz, can both hold their own with the willow, with many leaning towards a 250-odd target.
This coupled with the drama of having one of the most attacking test batsman in the form of Sehwag, as well as the notable statistic that the highest target chased in Bangalore has been 194 by Australia back in 1998 makes for a riveting final day.
Bet365 have India as favourites to win here today at 2.0, with a rather promising Draw set at 2.87
If Australia are to prosper here you will find greats odds at 4.33- not bad considering the statistic highlighted above
William Hill is also putting out some rather interesting odds for the 8th wicket to fall with the total at under 215- with these two at the crease they will know what needs to be done and an 'Over' bet is a good look-in at 1.85
Betfair are also offering some lucrative opportunities for those willing to bet on the Highest Scoring Indian batsman.
Expect Virender Sehwag to open his blade here today- he is priced at 2.2, with 'Mr Reliable' Rahul Dravid at 3.0 even.
It was a strong fightback from Australia on the fourth day, however their bowlers will need to be a lot incisive on the final day here if hoping to take anything out of this series.
This game is poised for another classic finish...and let’s hope it is just that.
Betting Tip: India to win with Bet365 at 2.0