Raise the bat (albeit sheepishly!)

That's the 50 up with a firm push down the ground for a comfy 2. Placed just wide of mid-off's outstretched arm i'm happy to acknowledge the milestone. It's a steadying stroke after a streaky boundary that dissected the slip cordon got me through the mid 40s but that's in the back of my mind now and the innings is getting rebuilt with aplomb. Only 40 left to win it, think I'm just going to grind it out, no more big shots!

Rose nice and early to prepare the days food. Well stocked fridge following a steam session last evening. I've got a new egg white to squeeze in after my workout from today too. Proteinalicious.