Cricket match prediction discussions

[Maheshkumar_Hrangkhawl]

At least they're putting up a bit of competition and spirit in this game. Last two games played by Windies were pathetic, I'm hoping at least a bit of comeback from them in this one.

The attitude of the West Indies players is the reason why they are performing so poorly. None of these guys want to play for the national team. All they want is money and fame from the T20 leagues such as the IPL and BBL.

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[jjacob]

While the focus has been on Australia vs South Africa (and to a lesser extent on West indies a Pakistan), New Zealand have been able to salvage a draw against England. England must be disappointed, not being able to get the tail out. They were 2 wickets away from victory. With this draw, they have extended their streak of winless test matches abroad.

[BitcoinMarshal]

It was the worst innings batting by Australia. Only two batsmen scored double-digit score and rest all of them got out for just single digit number. It was expected that Australia will lose this match but never thought that they lose the match even giving a little fight also. SA side Philander took six wickets in 13 overs and just gave 21 runs and five maiden overs. SA bowling was superb in this second innings.

I was expecting something like this. They were without two of their best batsmen (Steve Smith and David Warner). Even the absence of Bancroft affected them negatively. On top of that, their morale was really low. In addition to all this, their best bowler (Mitchell Starc) was out injured.

Over all Australia done very poor after this incidence because suddenly moral was too much down and body language was also not good as they need to overcome from this but now its going to take too much time good thing its last match for them in this season now they have time for thinking about this and need to do some planing for future  as they lost few world class batsmen and leader feeling very bad for smith as he was my favorite player right now with Root and Williamson but he commit suicide now we cannot expect things like this from him as media blaming Warner as master mind for this all I still have respect for Smith

[botany]

It was the worst innings batting by Australia. Only two batsmen scored double-digit score and rest all of them got out for just single digit number. It was expected that Australia will lose this match but never thought that they lose the match even giving a little fight also. SA side Philander took six wickets in 13 overs and just gave 21 runs and five maiden overs. SA bowling was superb in this second innings.

I was expecting something like this. They were without two of their best batsmen (Steve Smith and David Warner). Even the absence of Bancroft affected them negatively. On top of that, their morale was really low. In addition to all this, their best bowler (Mitchell Starc) was out injured.

Australians were a demoralized lot, with South Africa not enforcing the follow on even when they could do so. It is daunting enough to bat in the fourth innings with a target of 612, but to do so with 3 of your top batsmen sitting out with a ban is even tougher. In the end, it just took one session for Philander to wrap things up on the final day.

[Sithara007]

While the focus has been on Australia vs South Africa (and to a lesser extent on West indies a Pakistan), New Zealand have been able to salvage a draw against England. England must be disappointed, not being able to get the tail out. They were 2 wickets away from victory. With this draw, they have extended their streak of winless test matches abroad.

New Zealand tail-end batsmen can be very tough to get out, especially in home conditions. And this time it was the turn of Ish Sodhi to battle it out at Christchurch. It also exposes how toothless the English bowling attack is.

[bitcoinmasterlord]

While the focus has been on Australia vs South Africa (and to a lesser extent on West indies a Pakistan), New Zealand have been able to salvage a draw against England. England must be disappointed, not being able to get the tail out. They were 2 wickets away from victory. With this draw, they have extended their streak of winless test matches abroad.

New Zealand tail-end batsmen can be very tough to get out, especially in home conditions. And this time it was the turn of Ish Sodhi to battle it out at Christchurch. It also exposes how toothless the English bowling attack is.

1st we have to appreciate Neil Wagner god he faced 103 balls and scored only 7 runs (1 four included) can't imagine how he batted. this will tell how poorly England bowlers bowled and Ish Sodhi also played great innings. with this draw, New Zealand won this test series by 1-0.

At least they're putting up a bit of competition and spirit in this game. Last two games played by Windies were pathetic, I'm hoping at least a bit of comeback from them in this one.

The attitude of the West Indies players is the reason why they are performing so poorly. None of these guys want to play for the national team. All they want is money and fame from the T20 leagues such as the IPL and BBL.

The actual problem is West Indies cricket board, They are not giving good support to the players that's why the players choosing IPL and BBL to make some money.

[Raja_MBZ]

At least they're putting up a bit of competition and spirit in this game. Last two games played by Windies were pathetic, I'm hoping at least a bit of comeback from them in this one.

The attitude of the West Indies players is the reason why they are performing so poorly. None of these guys want to play for the national team. All they want is money and fame from the T20 leagues such as the IPL and BBL.

Actually, it's not entirely players fault. Let's be honest, for (almost) all cricket players around the world, money does come before the country. If Cricket Australia announces a cut of 90% from salaries of the national team players, how many of those players will leave? Probably much more than a half, and even if they'll continue to play, their quality of playing will get damaged. Put this case in for West Indies, look at Chris Gayle. He simply never enjoys (and hardly bothers) playing for the national team because he doesn't get paid enough, once he joins the leagues like IPL, just like right now, he puts out some big effort.

It's simple. Good living literally comes before country representation. Windies are facing lack of funds for further development of their cricket team, and it's not only (or at least not entirely) the fault of players but also the fault of board that they're being left behind in dust.

[BitSat]

While the focus has been on Australia vs South Africa (and to a lesser extent on West indies a Pakistan), New Zealand have been able to salvage a draw against England. England must be disappointed, not being able to get the tail out. They were 2 wickets away from victory. With this draw, they have extended their streak of winless test matches abroad.

New Zealand tail-end batsmen can be very tough to get out, especially in home conditions. And this time it was the turn of Ish Sodhi to battle it out at Christchurch. It also exposes how toothless the English bowling attack is.

1st we have to appreciate Neil Wagner god he faced 103 balls and scored only 7 runs (1 four included) can't imagine how he batted. this will tell how poorly England bowlers bowled and Ish Sodhi also played great innings. with this draw, New Zealand won this test series by 1-0.

At least they're putting up a bit of competition and spirit in this game. Last two games played by Windies were pathetic, I'm hoping at least a bit of comeback from them in this one.

The attitude of the West Indies players is the reason why they are performing so poorly. None of these guys want to play for the national team. All they want is money and fame from the T20 leagues such as the IPL and BBL.

The actual problem is West Indies cricket board, They are not giving good support to the players that's why the players choosing IPL and BBL to make some money.

West Indies Cricket Board is doing very poor job for this team they need to bring them on table then talk to them about these issues otherwise its going to be more worst for them as they already in lowest level and these poor decisions can bring them more down because good players not want to play for team and Jr players have no class to replace them

[MinerHQ]

West Indies Cricket Board is doing very poor job for this team they need to bring them on table then talk to them about these issues otherwise its going to be more worst for them as they already in lowest level and these poor decisions can bring them more down because good players not want to play for team and Jr players have no class to replace them

The main issue is money and internal politics. WI board do not have much money to offer these players so all good players are busy in playing club matches than playing for the country. WI first shouldn't allow players to play for any club unless they get a permission from the board then these players follow board instructions if not, players always look for more money to earn then home team miss all good players. Long it was very difficult to beat WI team because they had best bowlers and batsman but now anyone can beat them easily.

[Sithara007]

West Indies Cricket Board is doing very poor job for this team they need to bring them on table then talk to them about these issues otherwise its going to be more worst for them as they already in lowest level and these poor decisions can bring them more down because good players not want to play for team and Jr players have no class to replace them

I agree. The WICB doesn't have any professionalism and some of the officials are very racist and xenophobic. Look at the treatment they gave to Shivnarine Chanderpaul, who is one of the greatest players West Indies have ever produced.

[onebtcforlife]

West Indies Cricket Board is doing very poor job for this team they need to bring them on table then talk to them about these issues otherwise its going to be more worst for them as they already in lowest level and these poor decisions can bring them more down because good players not want to play for team and Jr players have no class to replace them

I agree. The WICB doesn't have any professionalism and some of the officials are very racist and xenophobic. Look at the treatment they gave to Shivnarine Chanderpaul, who is one of the greatest players West Indies have ever produced.

Yes, they are taking very violent decision about the Chanderpaul and he is from India, his batting was quite impressive when he was at greace. WICB should think twice before taking any decisions because already their team seems to be in very bad situation.

[bryant.coleman]

West Indies Cricket Board is doing very poor job for this team they need to bring them on table then talk to them about these issues otherwise its going to be more worst for them as they already in lowest level and these poor decisions can bring them more down because good players not want to play for team and Jr players have no class to replace them

I agree. The WICB doesn't have any professionalism and some of the officials are very racist and xenophobic. Look at the treatment they gave to Shivnarine Chanderpaul, who is one of the greatest players West Indies have ever produced.

Yes, they are taking very violent decision about the Chanderpaul and he is from India, his batting was quite impressive when he was at greace. WICB should think twice before taking any decisions because already their team seems to be in very bad situation.

You have insulted Chanderpaul by saying that he is from India. Chanderpaul was born and brought up in Guyana, although his forefathers immigrated from Bihar (India) in 1873. It is no secret that Indian origin cricketers have always faced a rough deal from the WICB. To worsen things further, Chanderpaul is very vocal about his religion (Hinduism), which evoked a negative response from the Christian dominated WICB.

[jimrome]

You have insulted Chanderpaul by saying that he is from India. Chanderpaul was born and brought up in Guyana, although his forefathers immigrated from Bihar (India) in 1873. It is no secret that Indian origin cricketers have always faced a rough deal from the WICB. To worsen things further, Chanderpaul is very vocal about his religion (Hinduism), which evoked a negative response from the Christian dominated WICB.

I did not know that to be a sports person you have to be from a religion that the majority of that country follows, are we talking about religion in this day and age, if Chanderpaul is born in Guyana he is a West Indies player and no wonder they are in trouble to find talented players like they had in the past, looks like they are no international matches this month, is IPL that big now.

[Raja_MBZ]

You have insulted Chanderpaul by saying that he is from India. Chanderpaul was born and brought up in Guyana, although his forefathers immigrated from Bihar (India) in 1873. It is no secret that Indian origin cricketers have always faced a rough deal from the WICB. To worsen things further, Chanderpaul is very vocal about his religion (Hinduism), which evoked a negative response from the Christian dominated WICB.

I did not know that to be a sports person you have to be from a religion that the majority of that country follows, are we talking about religion in this day and age, if Chanderpaul is born in Guyana he is a West Indies player and no wonder they are in trouble to find talented players like they had in the past, looks like they are no international matches this month, is IPL that big now.

The selection should be strictly based on performance and not that stupid stuff like belonging or something similar. This problem, even after all these years, remains just like it did before in teams of West Indies, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, etc. This politics is the reason why these teams have never been consistent like England, Australia, New Zealand, etc.

IPL is definitely over-rated. It's really a shame that we've no international matches due to IPL this month. The whole world will now be staring at IPL the whole month while, the cricket that used to be great, ODI's and Tests, are no-where to be found.

[bitcoinisbest]

You have insulted Chanderpaul by saying that he is from India. Chanderpaul was born and brought up in Guyana, although his forefathers immigrated from Bihar (India) in 1873. It is no secret that Indian origin cricketers have always faced a rough deal from the WICB. To worsen things further, Chanderpaul is very vocal about his religion (Hinduism), which evoked a negative response from the Christian dominated WICB.

I did not know that to be a sports person you have to be from a religion that the majority of that country follows, are we talking about religion in this day and age, if Chanderpaul is born in Guyana he is a West Indies player and no wonder they are in trouble to find talented players like they had in the past, looks like they are no international matches this month, is IPL that big now.

The selection should be strictly based on performance and not that stupid stuff like belonging or something similar. This problem, even after all these years, remains just like it did before in teams of West Indies, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, etc. This politics is the reason why these teams have never been consistent like England, Australia, New Zealand, etc.

IPL is definitely over-rated. It's really a shame that we've no international matches due to IPL this month. The whole world will now be staring at IPL the whole month while, the cricket that used to be great, ODI's and Tests, are no-where to be found.

IPL starting tomorrow and it is going to be a lot of entertainment to many of the people and their will be a huge grand beginning happening tomorrow in the stadium where many of the stars would be performing before the match begins. Also tomorrow should be a tough match between MI and CSK.

[Raja_MBZ]

You have insulted Chanderpaul by saying that he is from India. Chanderpaul was born and brought up in Guyana, although his forefathers immigrated from Bihar (India) in 1873. It is no secret that Indian origin cricketers have always faced a rough deal from the WICB. To worsen things further, Chanderpaul is very vocal about his religion (Hinduism), which evoked a negative response from the Christian dominated WICB.

I did not know that to be a sports person you have to be from a religion that the majority of that country follows, are we talking about religion in this day and age, if Chanderpaul is born in Guyana he is a West Indies player and no wonder they are in trouble to find talented players like they had in the past, looks like they are no international matches this month, is IPL that big now.

The selection should be strictly based on performance and not that stupid stuff like belonging or something similar. This problem, even after all these years, remains just like it did before in teams of West Indies, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, etc. This politics is the reason why these teams have never been consistent like England, Australia, New Zealand, etc.

IPL is definitely over-rated. It's really a shame that we've no international matches due to IPL this month. The whole world will now be staring at IPL the whole month while, the cricket that used to be great, ODI's and Tests, are no-where to be found.

IPL starting tomorrow and it is going to be a lot of entertainment to many of the people and their will be a huge grand beginning happening tomorrow in the stadium where many of the stars would be performing before the match begins. Also tomorrow should be a tough match between MI and CSK.

Yeah, so? No matches planned the whole April (& almost the whole May as well) by ICC just because of that "a lot of entertainment"?

[Juggy777]

IPL is great tournament for all advertisers, publishers and every one involved so can't understand such a negative reaction.

Shahid Afridi statement in the midst of IPL is really strange he's claiming Pakistan league will be bigger than IPL and he doesn't want to be a part of it. At 38 no team will buy him and I think he's lost it.

This is the season to make some serious money and tomorrow first match I think MI will win, home advantage will win.

[btcdevil]

IPL is great tournament for all advertisers, publishers and every one involved so can't understand such a negative reaction.

Shahid Afridi statement in the midst of IPL is really strange he's claiming Pakistan league will be bigger than IPL and he doesn't want to be a part of it. At 38 no team will buy him and I think he's lost it.

This is the season to make some serious money and tomorrow first match I think MI will win, home advantage will win.

Today i came across one message that states  that PSL whole prize money was 6.5 Cr in Pakistan currency and for IPL opening Ceremony , Hrithik Roshan got paid 7.5 Cr to performance on the opening ceremony. Just see this and think that how much difference is their between IPL and other tournaments value. It is IPL that gave whole world a new game T20 and how to earn money through this tournament.

First match MI vs CSK, MI got benefit of playing in Home Ground but the home ground record of MI is very bad as they have lost most of their home ground matches.

[Raja_MBZ]

I'm not saying that IPL is not a big league or PSL is better than it or anything like that. All that I want to say is, IPL should NOT become a border for ICC in setting up the schedule of international cricket matches. They should totally ignore IPL or any other league while making it, else ICC wouldn't remain "International" and would be called as "Indian".

[BitSat]

I'm not saying that IPL is not a big league or PSL is better than it or anything like that. All that I want to say is, IPL should NOT become a border for ICC in setting up the schedule of international cricket matches. They should totally ignore IPL or any other league while making it, else ICC wouldn't remain "International" and would be called as "Indian".

ICC is already Indian Cricket Council because they have more then 70% revenue from them and they are favoring them in every instance just because of this they are not legit like many other councils of world sports mostly Indians blackmail them for their own interest but few months back they have problems as Australia and England not go with them for break of big 3 which was big setback for them