Cricket match prediction discussions

[JSRAW]

However there’s just one point bothering me, what if this move increases match fixing which we often feel happens in IPL, what do you think about this?.

IMO Fixing in cricket is not going anywhere. The best all cricket governing bodies can do is keep an eye on scale as this impact the image of cricket. They can strengthen the existing fixing laws, brief and educate cricketers especially in domestic circuit, extra funding in such departments might help in the longer run.

The players are going to benefit financially. But it will come at a cost. Star players may resign from international cricket early, to focus solely on franchise cricket.

Boards will introduce lucrative contracts. Last i heard Aus and NZ are already exploring this space. Smaller boards will face problems for sure.

[Sithara007]

The players are going to benefit financially. But it will come at a cost. Star players may resign from international cricket early, to focus solely on franchise cricket.

Boards will introduce lucrative contracts. Last i heard Aus and NZ are already exploring this space. Smaller boards will face problems for sure.

How much lucrative these national contracts can be? Now it is no longer a surprise when the IPL franchises pay more than $2 million per year for a player. Can the national boards come anywhere near these amounts? I am sure that even the richest boards outside India, such as ECB and CA will find it extremely difficult to match these numbers. And forget about the smaller boards. They are nowhere in picture. Some of them such as CSA have resorted to blackmail, by withholding NOC from the players. Not going to work.

[dezoel]

South Africa have been rebounding really well across all formats these days which surprised me initially since they were struggling for sometime ever since legends like Smith, ABD etc retired completely.

I feel that they could win the upcoming World Cups(T-20 and ODI) if they continue playing in this manner. Great turnaround overall.

There is no doubt South Africa has good quality players those can bounce back in any condition but sadly right now inner politics are going to be big problem for them, and they are suffering badly with this all in last few years sadly they have some serious corruption issues but now black authorities are not going to check into this, and they have just one concern that quota system and bringing black players even they have no quality which is surely a problem now.

In last thirty years they fail to bring black players on good quality even they have good domestic system is big question mark for the management with this all too many white players are also suffering even few are already out of country for better opportunities.

If they can solve this issue then surely they could be one of the best team again in very less time but sadly nothing positive happening even now too many commissions and other issues are creating more mess up.

[JSRAW]

The players are going to benefit financially. But it will come at a cost. Star players may resign from international cricket early, to focus solely on franchise cricket.

Boards will introduce lucrative contracts. Last i heard Aus and NZ are already exploring this space. Smaller boards will face problems for sure.

How much lucrative these national contracts can be? Now it is no longer a surprise when the IPL franchises pay more than $2 million per year for a player. Can the national boards come anywhere near these amounts? I am sure that even the richest boards outside India, such as ECB and CA will find it extremely difficult to match these numbers. And forget about the smaller boards. They are nowhere in picture. Some of them such as CSA have resorted to blackmail, by withholding NOC from the players. Not going to work.

Any upgraded contract from any cricket board would not address IPL situation but new random franchise cricket around the world.

For ex CA trying to work on Warner etc contract as they want him to play in BBL. BBL's last leg is clashing with UAE league and latter is offering big amount of money for just 15 days.

Also leagues like UAE came up with some ridiculous idea. Teams are allowed to have 9 foreign players + 2 local players, which means high demand for foreign players in specific window.

[minairia3]

South Africa have been rebounding really well across all formats these days which surprised me initially since they were struggling for sometime ever since legends like Smith, ABD etc retired completely.
I feel that they could win the upcoming World Cups(T-20 and ODI) if they continue playing in this manner. Great turnaround overall.

I also agree that this is a commendable performance from South Africa. Especially with a lot of bigger teams like India not being in the strongest position currently, especially with Virat Kohli not being able to perform well. Who is one of the leading players not just in India but around the world. South Africa should believe in themselves. They just beat England quite convincingly and comfortably.

For a long time, South Africa had to face a lot of problems. In particular, the system in which black people were forbidden from mixing with white people and vice versa had lowered the level of South African cricket substantially. I actually forgot what it was called.

But right now it’s encouraging to see that they were able to overcome those problems. I believe they will be able to play better even though they don’t have talented players like AB de Villiers on the team anymore.

[Sithara007]

Any upgraded contract from any cricket board would not address IPL situation but new random franchise cricket around the world.

For ex CA trying to work on Warner etc contract as they want him to play in BBL. BBL's last leg is clashing with UAE league and latter is offering big amount of money for just 15 days.

Also leagues like UAE came up with some ridiculous idea. Teams are allowed to have 9 foreign players + 2 local players, which means high demand for foreign players in specific window.

Salaries are shockingly low in the BBL and that is the reason why a large number of the Australian players don't want any association with that league. And also, I am not surprised with the overseas quota in the UAE league. Even the 2 "local" players in the XI are likely to be foreign citizens as they don't have any native players. All that said, the Emirates Cricket Board is one of the richest in the world and they can afford to pay huge salaries to star players. Other leagues will have a hard time competing with them for players.

[JSRAW]

Any upgraded contract from any cricket board would not address IPL situation but new random franchise cricket around the world.

For ex CA trying to work on Warner etc contract as they want him to play in BBL. BBL's last leg is clashing with UAE league and latter is offering big amount of money for just 15 days.

Also leagues like UAE came up with some ridiculous idea. Teams are allowed to have 9 foreign players + 2 local players, which means high demand for foreign players in specific window.

Salaries are shockingly low in the BBL and that is the reason why a large number of the Australian players don't want any association with that league. And also, I am not surprised with the overseas quota in the UAE league. Even the 2 "local" players in the XI are likely to be foreign citizens as they don't have any native players. All that said, the Emirates Cricket Board is one of the richest in the world and they can afford to pay huge salaries to star players. Other leagues will have a hard time competing with them for players.

Low salaries are part of it but not the main problem.

Summer is considered best season to play cricket in Australia that's why Nov-Jan is always booked with some kind of high profile test series (boxing day etc).

Problem is they keep BBL schedule at the same time and it's a long schedule for some weird reason which i don't know. And when schedule get relaxed then no high profile players subscribes to local franchise.

[Marvell1]

Any upgraded contract from any cricket board would not address IPL situation but new random franchise cricket around the world.
For ex CA trying to work on Warner etc contract as they want him to play in BBL. BBL's last leg is clashing with UAE league and latter is offering big amount of money for just 15 days.
Also leagues like UAE came up with some ridiculous idea. Teams are allowed to have 9 foreign players + 2 local players, which means high demand for foreign players in specific window.

Salaries are shockingly low in the BBL and that is the reason why a large number of the Australian players don't want any association with that league. And also, I am not surprised with the overseas quota in the UAE league. Even the 2 "local" players in the XI are likely to be foreign citizens as they don't have any native players. All that said, the Emirates Cricket Board is one of the richest in the world and they can afford to pay huge salaries to star players. Other leagues will have a hard time competing with them for players.

Low salaries are part of it but not the main problem.
Summer is considered best season to play cricket in Australia that's why Nov-Jan is always booked with some kind of high profile test series (boxing day etc).
Problem is they keep BBL schedule at the same time and it's a long schedule for some weird reason which i don't know. And when schedule get relaxed then no high profile players subscribes to local franchise.

Yes, I agree but the salaries are also part of the problem. According to some players, they are getting paid so much in the IPL and the salary in the BBL is nothing compared to that. However, there are other problems as well, like the IPL which was the first of its kind and will always have a large number of fans and viewers.

Doesn’t matter how old it gets. The population of India itself is enough to generate enough revenue. But on the other hand, cricket is not the only sport that is popular in Australia. So the population is quite divided in terms of what sports they like. So the revenue also gets divided. It is not necessarily a bad thing for Australia but it is not necessarily the best thing for cricket as well.

[Sithara007]

Some good news related to the 2028 LA Olympics. The IOC (International Olympic Committee) has shortlisted cricket as one of the 9 sports that will be reviewed for addition to the 2028 Games. A few months back, there was a lot of controversy, because the IOC had stated that the ICC hasn't made any application despite repeated reminders. ICC was claiming that they are trying hard for the Olympic inclusion, but they refused to submit the application on time. After the statement from the IOC, the ICC was forced to submit the application.

https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/cricket-shortlisted-for-review-by-the-olympic-committee-1327474

[Haunebu]

If they can solve this issue then surely they could be one of the best team again in very less time but sadly nothing positive happening even now too many commissions and other issues are creating more mess up.

These board issues won't go away anytime soon. The entire team is performing well regardless of these issues which is what primarily matters at the end of the day. If they keep this up, they will surely win many big tournaments in the future in my honest opinion.

For a long time, South Africa had to face a lot of problems. In particular, the system in which black people were forbidden from mixing with white people and vice versa had lowered the level of South African cricket substantially. I actually forgot what it was called.

Agreed. They have been accepting black players for a long time now and some of them have established themselves as legends in the world of Cricket.

Players like Rabada etc are some great examples. They just need a solid captain like Smith to guide them.

[wiss19]

For a long time, South Africa had to face a lot of problems. In particular, the system in which black people were forbidden from mixing with white people and vice versa had lowered the level of South African cricket substantially. I actually forgot what it was called.

Agreed. They have been accepting black players for a long time now and some of them have established themselves as legends in the world of Cricket.

Players like Rabada etc are some great examples. They just need a solid captain like Smith to guide them.

South Africa is good and rich in sports culture, but sadly they are now having many problems in last three decades which are preventing them from having strong domestic system which is essential for any country's development in sports.

They have work on domestic level which is very important because this can bring some good talent and also helpful for ending color race which is currently the biggest issue in their system and sports.

If they can bring 10 to 12 teams in every sports then surely they can take good advantage in every game which is going to be big success for them, but sadly we never have any development in this way, and they are still fighting for quota and other baseless things which will never help them for going to be strong in sports as they are in Rugby right now.

[Sithara007]

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Agreed. They have been accepting black players for a long time now and some of them have established themselves as legends in the world of Cricket.

Players like Rabada etc are some great examples. They just need a solid captain like Smith to guide them.

Rabada is nowhere near legends such as Alan Donald or Dale Steyn. And even if we consider him as one of the success stories of the quota system, for every success there are 10 unsuccessful experiments such as Bavuma and Pehlukwayo. I don't even want to mention dozens of promising players, who quit South Africa because they felt humiliated after being told that they couldn't be selected because of their skin color. What happened before 1994 is bad. But that shouldn't be used as a justification to discriminate against a racial group, especially those who born after 1994.

[Marvell1]

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Agreed. They have been accepting black players for a long time now and some of them have established themselves as legends in the world of Cricket.
Players like Rabada etc are some great examples. They just need a solid captain like Smith to guide them.

Rabada is nowhere near legends such as Alan Donald or Dale Steyn. And even if we consider him as one of the success stories of the quota system, for every success there are 10 unsuccessful experiments such as Bavuma and Pehlukwayo. I don't even want to mention dozens of promising players, who quit South Africa because they felt humiliated after being told that they couldn't be selected because of their skin color. What happened before 1994 is bad. But that shouldn't be used as a justification to discriminate against a racial group, especially those who born after 1994.

I feel like people just say that Rabada is a good player just because they don’t want to be racist  .

South Africa has a lot of talent. They are obviously one of the best in the world. I'm not sure if this is the case right now, different skin colors are always going to exist. White guys are always thinking of themselves as the supreme people of the world. This has been a problem for South African cricket for a long time.

It is not just a problem for cricket, it is a problem for the entire world. And we have seen a lot of players lose their way just because of racism. Things are getting better, but have not been fixed totally.

[Ayers]

Some good news related to the 2028 LA Olympics. The IOC (International Olympic Committee) has shortlisted cricket as one of the 9 sports that will be reviewed for addition to the 2028 Games. A few months back, there was a lot of controversy, because the IOC had stated that the ICC hasn't made any application despite repeated reminders. ICC was claiming that they are trying hard for the Olympic inclusion, but they refused to submit the application on time. After the statement from the IOC, the ICC was forced to submit the application.
https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/cricket-shortlisted-for-review-by-the-olympic-committee-1327474

now this does feel like hope, a silver lining for cricket, but I am quite sure that India and as well as the other big teams are not going to take this very well, i think they won't accept participation

as far as I know, there was a cricket tournament at the Olympics before and India refused to perform, ICC seems to not be able to take a bold step on this issue just because the big four do not want it that way, but if cricket is included in the Olympics, it would be very positive for cricket and its popularity worldwide

[Rigon]

Some good news related to the 2028 LA Olympics. The IOC (International Olympic Committee) has shortlisted cricket as one of the 9 sports that will be reviewed for addition to the 2028 Games. A few months back, there was a lot of controversy, because the IOC had stated that the ICC hasn't made any application despite repeated reminders. ICC was claiming that they are trying hard for the Olympic inclusion, but they refused to submit the application on time. After the statement from the IOC, the ICC was forced to submit the application.
https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/cricket-shortlisted-for-review-by-the-olympic-committee-1327474

now this does feel like hope, a silver lining for cricket, but I am quite sure that India and as well as the other big teams are not going to take this very well, i think they won't accept participation

as far as I know, there was a cricket tournament at the Olympics before and India refused to perform, ICC seems to not be able to take a bold step on this issue just because the big four do not want it that way, but if cricket is included in the Olympics, it would be very positive for cricket and its popularity worldwide

I don't understand why cricket was left out of the Olympics again after cricket fought in the Olympics. Olympics is a place from which many good teams in football cricket and other sports make their name on the platform Currently if we look at cricket we can see that only few countries participate in this game of cricket If cricket is included in the Olympics again, the number of cricket teams will increase which will make the World Cup more enjoyable and cricket will regain its popularity

[Haunebu]

Rabada is nowhere near legends such as Alan Donald or Dale Steyn. And even if we consider him as one of the success stories of the quota system, for every success there are 10 unsuccessful experiments such as Bavuma and Pehlukwayo. I don't even want to mention dozens of promising players, who quit South Africa because they felt humiliated after being told that they couldn't be selected because of their skin color. What happened before 1994 is bad. But that shouldn't be used as a justification to discriminate against a racial group, especially those who born after 1994.

I feel that Rabada is already a legend even though you share a different opinion of him. He is one of the best bowlers in recent years and I like his temperament too. Comparing him to Donald, Steyn etc is unfair since they have a lot more experience in comparison.

Also, racism exists everywhere(Not just South Africa), but the current lineup still has a great mix of white and black players who have been performing consistently well these days.

[Sithara007]

now this does feel like hope, a silver lining for cricket, but I am quite sure that India and as well as the other big teams are not going to take this very well, i think they won't accept participation

as far as I know, there was a cricket tournament at the Olympics before and India refused to perform, ICC seems to not be able to take a bold step on this issue just because the big four do not want it that way, but if cricket is included in the Olympics, it would be very positive for cricket and its popularity worldwide

Even when cricket was included in the Asian Games, the BCCI refused to send a team. This time also, I am not expecting anything different. And it is not just the BCCI. The other pig-4 boards (ECB, CA and CNZ) also have the same attitude. I don't have an issue if the BCCI once again refuse to send a team to the Olympics. But let cricket be played at LA 2028. Refusing to participate is one thing, and disagreeing to have cricket as one of the sports items is another. No one is forcing BCCI or ECB to participate. But let the smaller boards such as CSA, WICB or the KNCB participate in such tournaments.

[romero121]

now this does feel like hope, a silver lining for cricket, but I am quite sure that India and as well as the other big teams are not going to take this very well, i think they won't accept participation

as far as I know, there was a cricket tournament at the Olympics before and India refused to perform, ICC seems to not be able to take a bold step on this issue just because the big four do not want it that way, but if cricket is included in the Olympics, it would be very positive for cricket and its popularity worldwide

Even when cricket was included in the Asian Games, the BCCI refused to send a team. This time also, I am not expecting anything different. And it is not just the BCCI. The other pig-4 boards (ECB, CA and CNZ) also have the same attitude. I don't have an issue if the BCCI once again refuse to send a team to the Olympics. But let cricket be played at LA 2028. Refusing to participate is one thing, and disagreeing to have cricket as one of the sports items is another. No one is forcing BCCI or ECB to participate. But let the smaller boards such as CSA, WICB or the KNCB participate in such tournaments.

The big 4 have the similar attitude. Another thing, taking it to Olympics might lead to the development of better teams and the control might go away them. Particularly these boards have begun to consider it a business. First of all the control from the ICC needs to be taken.

[Ayers]

now this does feel like hope, a silver lining for cricket, but I am quite sure that India and as well as the other big teams are not going to take this very well, i think they won't accept participation
as far as I know, there was a cricket tournament at the Olympics before and India refused to perform, ICC seems to not be able to take a bold step on this issue just because the big four do not want it that way, but if cricket is included in the Olympics, it would be very positive for cricket and its popularity worldwide

I don't understand why cricket was left out of the Olympics again after cricket fought in the Olympics. Olympics is a place from which many good teams in football cricket and other sports make their name on the platform Currently if we look at cricket we can see that only few countries participate in this game of cricket If cricket is included in the Olympics again, the number of cricket teams will increase which will make the World Cup more enjoyable and cricket will regain its popularity

cricket was left out because it did not generate a significant amount of revenue, but I am quite sure that if cricket is continued in the Olympics and the cricket boards do not cause any problems, cricket is going to generate a lot more revenue, the popularity of cricket is also expected to grow

and obviously, the number of teams playing cricket right now is going to increase and that is exactly what the big 4 fear

Even when cricket was included in the Asian Games, the BCCI refused to send a team. This time also, I am not expecting anything different. And it is not just the BCCI. The other pig-4 boards (ECB, CA and CNZ) also have the same attitude. I don't have an issue if the BCCI once again refuse to send a team to the Olympics. But let cricket be played at LA 2028. Refusing to participate is one thing, and disagreeing to have cricket as one of the sports items is another. No one is forcing BCCI or ECB to participate. But let the smaller boards such as CSA, WICB or the KNCB participate in such tournaments.

cricket was first played in the Olympics in the year 1900 if i am not wrong, cricket is not part of the Olympics since the ICC has never submitted an application to the Olympics committee to include cricket

a big part of that is the big four, they do not want to lose their authority, they know very well that if cricket is included in the Olympics there will be a lot more teams playing cricket, it is very easy for them to lose their authority at that time

[Marvell1]

Rabada is nowhere near legends such as Alan Donald or Dale Steyn. And even if we consider him as one of the success stories of the quota system, for every success there are 10 unsuccessful experiments such as Bavuma and Pehlukwayo. I don't even want to mention dozens of promising players, who quit South Africa because they felt humiliated after being told that they couldn't be selected because of their skin color. What happened before 1994 is bad. But that shouldn't be used as a justification to discriminate against a racial group, especially those who born after 1994.

I feel that Rabada is already a legend even though you share a different opinion of him. He is one of the best bowlers in recent years and I like his temperament too. Comparing him to Donald, Steyn etc is unfair since they have a lot more experience in comparison.

Also, racism exists everywhere(Not just South Africa), but the current lineup still has a great mix of white and black players who have been performing consistently well these days.

Kagiso Rabada has already proved a lot of things. He currently does not have anything to prove to anyone in my opinion. But I am not willing to say that he is a legend. """"Legend"""" is a term that is often used right now and that's why I think the word has lost its value. I am not suggesting that Rabada is a bad player. I am just saying that he is not quite a legend in my opinion. I believe he is still a long way away from that.

And if we talk about racism, there is no cure to that unless people become educated and think of everyone as the same. People have to understand that black people are also human. Moreover, they have the same rights as white people.