The South African reply did not get off to the best of starts; opener Graeme Smith falling to a stupendous catch by a diving Yuvraj Singh at point in just the third over. Herschelle Gibbs and Jacques Kallis were, though, in fine form. Gibbs after a cautious start took on the role of the senior partner. By the time, the aggressive South African opener had brought up his second consecutive hundred, the Proteas seemed well on their way to victory. But, then, came a vital moment of the match; Gibbs after having made 116 off 119 balls was forced to retire hurt with cramps in both his hands.