Lee's 97 puts Blues on the brink

Mar 18, 2008

The fourth day began with New South Wales well in front and Brett Lee helped them extend their lead•Getty Images

Beau Casson made 89 and combined with Lee for a 176-run stand•Getty Images

Stuart MacGill picked up a wicket with his first ball when he bowled Lloyd Mash•Getty Images

Nick Jewell remained 44 not out at stumps as Victoria closed on 2 for 96, still trailing by 532 runs with one day remaining•Getty Images

Lee reached his half-century from 98 deliveries•Getty Images

Lee pushed and prodded closer to a maiden first-class century ...•Getty Images

The next delivery Phillip Hughes juggled a catch to remove Brad Hodge•Getty Images

... but fell for 97, prompting a declaration with the Blues 628 in front•Getty Images

MacGill had 2 for 0 from two balls, although he missed the hat-trick•Getty Images