Cook equals Gooch to give England the edge
- Published: 19 Jul 2012 at 17.48
- Online news: Sports
Alastair Cook drew level with his mentor Graham Gooch by hitting his 20th Test century, giving England the edge on the first day of the first Test match against South Africa at The Oval.
England's Alastair Cook hits a shot on the first day of a Test match against South Africa at The Oval in London. Cook drew level with his mentor Graham Gooch by hitting his 20th Test century, giving England the edge on the first day of the first Test match Thursday.
Cook made 114 not out as England overcame the loss of captain Andrew Strauss in the first over to reach 267 for three at the close.
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