Transcripts for CNN Early Start With John Berman and Christine Romans 20140415 08:11:00

is at the courthouse in pretoria. kelly, pistorius has spent more time on the stand than any other witness in this trial. this, though, is going to wrap up pretty soon, right? >> reporter: yes. we expect -- we heard this morning, mr. nel asked for a postponement, essentially, after pistorius has concluded his testimony, and he indicated that he should be finished with cross examination today. and then all that's left after that with regards to mr. pistorius's testimony is the opportunity for his legal counsel to re-examine him, which should be significantly shorter than cross examination. >> the prosecutor also asked for a two-week postponement, a two-week recess, i guess. tell us about that. >> reporter: well, really, it appears to be more practical and personal reasons. in south africa, we have a speight of public holidays

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