Cricket match prediction discussions

[Raja_MBZ]

An interesting test series between South Africa and Pakistan began today at Centurion. Today was the first day of the first test match, and literally, I've seen such an awful pitch condition after quite a while, it's way too much bouncy! Pakistan got all-out on 181 runs (thanks to Babar Azam, Pakistan managed to make this much, otherwise at one point it looked like they'll be getting all-out within 120 runs), and South African batting isn't looking good either. Currently, they're 5 wickets down on just 127 runs. IMO, this 5-day-match is going to end up within 3 days.

We watch some extra ordinary spells from good bowlers in New Zealand and South Africa first oliver done great job for his team and take 6 wickets which packed Pakistan 181 for all out now just few minutes ago Boult done same great job for New Zealand and packed Sri Lanka for just 104 these both tests going to end in just 3 days because both pitches favoring fast bowlers.

Same feeling here; we're witnessing some really bouncy pitches these days!

[onrise]

India is looking good at this stage and Kohli was very lucky to survive in the last few overs before the end of play as he was dropped by Paine which should of been taken. The new ball was difficult to play and India will need to get through the first hour in the morning session today as it will be hard to bat with the ball still being new. If India can pile on another 250+ runs today then it will put them in the box seat to win this test match. Today is going to be a hot day in Melbourne so India would want to keep the Australian team out there fielding for as long as they can. But they must also be careful to not bat too long as rain is forecast on the 5th day. The draw option has firmed up and is not into around $2.50 with most markets. 

Pujara completed his century and got out at 106 and Kohli was out at 82. India are 390/5 and would like to make more than 500+ runs so that they can start putting pressure on OZ the moment they come into bat. If India can get a good big score in first inning might be they even do not have to bat second if they can quickly get wickets of OZ.

[absy]

India is looking good at this stage and Kohli was very lucky to survive in the last few overs before the end of play as he was dropped by Paine which should of been taken. The new ball was difficult to play and India will need to get through the first hour in the morning session today as it will be hard to bat with the ball still being new. If India can pile on another 250+ runs today then it will put them in the box seat to win this test match. Today is going to be a hot day in Melbourne so India would want to keep the Australian team out there fielding for as long as they can. But they must also be careful to not bat too long as rain is forecast on the 5th day. The draw option has firmed up and is not into around $2.50 with most markets. 

Pujara completed his century and got out at 106 and Kohli was out at 82. India are 390/5 and would like to make more than 500+ runs so that they can start putting pressure on OZ the moment they come into bat. If India can get a good big score in first inning might be they even do not have to bat second if they can quickly get wickets of OZ.

Actually they took too much of time I guess . They should have accelerated as soon as they reached 350 mark because anything above that is a good score . Its day 2 stumps and Aussies are still in the game , they might not win this one but certainly the probability for draw is more than either of the side winning the match at this moment . On day 1 itself I posted my prediction saying it might end as draw and right now its looking strong.

[dmamigo]

India is looking good at this stage and Kohli was very lucky to survive in the last few overs before the end of play as he was dropped by Paine which should of been taken. The new ball was difficult to play and India will need to get through the first hour in the morning session today as it will be hard to bat with the ball still being new. If India can pile on another 250+ runs today then it will put them in the box seat to win this test match. Today is going to be a hot day in Melbourne so India would want to keep the Australian team out there fielding for as long as they can. But they must also be careful to not bat too long as rain is forecast on the 5th day. The draw option has firmed up and is not into around $2.50 with most markets. 

Pujara completed his century and got out at 106 and Kohli was out at 82. India are 390/5 and would like to make more than 500+ runs so that they can start putting pressure on OZ the moment they come into bat. If India can get a good big score in first inning might be they even do not have to bat second if they can quickly get wickets of OZ.

Actually they took too much of time I guess . They should have accelerated as soon as they reached 350 mark because anything above that is a good score . Its day 2 stumps and Aussies are still in the game , they might not win this one but certainly the probability for draw is more than either of the side winning the match at this moment . On day 1 itself I posted my prediction saying it might end as draw and right now its looking strong.

I totally agree with your thoughts and assumptions about the game being ended as a draw. They could have accelerated as we can see there are still 3 wickets left, so aggressive playing could have been a better option. But if they are good with their bowling, I think it won't be a problem, but the probability is going towards the game being ended as a draw.

[onrise]

India is looking good at this stage and Kohli was very lucky to survive in the last few overs before the end of play as he was dropped by Paine which should of been taken. The new ball was difficult to play and India will need to get through the first hour in the morning session today as it will be hard to bat with the ball still being new. If India can pile on another 250+ runs today then it will put them in the box seat to win this test match. Today is going to be a hot day in Melbourne so India would want to keep the Australian team out there fielding for as long as they can. But they must also be careful to not bat too long as rain is forecast on the 5th day. The draw option has firmed up and is not into around $2.50 with most markets. 

Pujara completed his century and got out at 106 and Kohli was out at 82. India are 390/5 and would like to make more than 500+ runs so that they can start putting pressure on OZ the moment they come into bat. If India can get a good big score in first inning might be they even do not have to bat second if they can quickly get wickets of OZ.

Actually they took too much of time I guess . They should have accelerated as soon as they reached 350 mark because anything above that is a good score . Its day 2 stumps and Aussies are still in the game , they might not win this one but certainly the probability for draw is more than either of the side winning the match at this moment . On day 1 itself I posted my prediction saying it might end as draw and right now its looking strong.

I totally agree with your thoughts and assumptions about the game being ended as a draw. They could have accelerated as we can see there are still 3 wickets left, so aggressive playing could have been a better option. But if they are good with their bowling, I think it won't be a problem, but the probability is going towards the game being ended as a draw.

Indian team decided to declare it with just 443 runs on board and only 7 wickets had fallen. I think if they would have batted and reached anywhere near 500 and all out then OZ could have being trouble as if they got all out they could have to bat again if India decided. But now seems OZ could easily make 300+ runs on this pitch.

[Thanasis]

India is looking good at this stage and Kohli was very lucky to survive in the last few overs before the end of play as he was dropped by Paine which should of been taken. The new ball was difficult to play and India will need to get through the first hour in the morning session today as it will be hard to bat with the ball still being new. If India can pile on another 250+ runs today then it will put them in the box seat to win this test match. Today is going to be a hot day in Melbourne so India would want to keep the Australian team out there fielding for as long as they can. But they must also be careful to not bat too long as rain is forecast on the 5th day. The draw option has firmed up and is not into around $2.50 with most markets. 

Pujara completed his century and got out at 106 and Kohli was out at 82. India are 390/5 and would like to make more than 500+ runs so that they can start putting pressure on OZ the moment they come into bat. If India can get a good big score in first inning might be they even do not have to bat second if they can quickly get wickets of OZ.

Actually they took too much of time I guess . They should have accelerated as soon as they reached 350 mark because anything above that is a good score . Its day 2 stumps and Aussies are still in the game , they might not win this one but certainly the probability for draw is more than either of the side winning the match at this moment . On day 1 itself I posted my prediction saying it might end as draw and right now its looking strong.

I totally agree with your thoughts and assumptions about the game being ended as a draw. They could have accelerated as we can see there are still 3 wickets left, so aggressive playing could have been a better option. But if they are good with their bowling, I think it won't be a problem, but the probability is going towards the game being ended as a draw.

Indian team decided to declare it with just 443 runs on board and only 7 wickets had fallen. I think if they would have batted and reached anywhere near 500 and all out then OZ could have being trouble as if they got all out they could have to bat again if India decided. But now seems OZ could easily make 300+ runs on this pitch.

When the days passes it becomes very hard to bat on so opponents can take wickets for that they need time to do that that is why they might decided to declare at enough runs on board.

[ragavancoin]

India is looking good at this stage and Kohli was very lucky to survive in the last few overs before the end of play as he was dropped by Paine which should of been taken. The new ball was difficult to play and India will need to get through the first hour in the morning session today as it will be hard to bat with the ball still being new. If India can pile on another 250+ runs today then it will put them in the box seat to win this test match. Today is going to be a hot day in Melbourne so India would want to keep the Australian team out there fielding for as long as they can. But they must also be careful to not bat too long as rain is forecast on the 5th day. The draw option has firmed up and is not into around $2.50 with most markets. 

Pujara completed his century and got out at 106 and Kohli was out at 82. India are 390/5 and would like to make more than 500+ runs so that they can start putting pressure on OZ the moment they come into bat. If India can get a good big score in first inning might be they even do not have to bat second if they can quickly get wickets of OZ.

Actually they took too much of time I guess . They should have accelerated as https://www.wishesyou.gq as they reached 350 mark because anything above that is a good score . Its day 2 stumps and Aussies are still in the game , they might not win this one but certainly the probability for draw is more than either of the side winning the match at this moment . On day 1 itself I posted my prediction saying it might end as draw and right now its looking strong.

I totally agree with your thoughts and assumptions about the game being ended as a draw. They could have accelerated as we can see there are still 3 wickets left, so aggressive playing could have been a better option. But if they are good with their bowling, I think it won't be a problem, but the probability is going towards the game being ended as a draw.

Indian team decided to declare it with just 443 runs on board and only 7 wickets had fallen. I think if they would have batted and reached anywhere near 500 and all out then OZ could have being trouble as if they got all out they could have to bat again if India decided. But now seems OZ could easily make 300+ runs on this pitch.

What you are thinking it's right but Indian team have good bowling attack so 350 runs will be difficult to get for Australia team, but they will get good partnership more than Australia will be get 500 easily.

[vella85]

I think India declaring and not trying to score 500 was the right decision as it has been slow batting by the Indian team and Kohli thought that 400+ runs was enough and have a crack at Australia late on day 2 so I can see why he declared early. This is looking a lot like last years Boxing day test match where it ended in a draw so we could see the same happen here unless India happen to bowl Australia out for around 200 and then put them into bat again. Today will be an interesting morning session as the ball is still new which has been hard to score runs.

[hubballi]

India is looking good at this stage and Kohli was very lucky to survive in the last few overs before the end of play as he was dropped by Paine which should of been taken. The new ball was difficult to play and India will need to get through the first hour in the morning session today as it will be hard to bat with the ball still being new. If India can pile on another 250+ runs today then it will put them in the box seat to win this test match. Today is going to be a hot day in Melbourne so India would want to keep the Australian team out there fielding for as long as they can. But they must also be careful to not bat too long as rain is forecast on the 5th day. The draw option has firmed up and is not into around $2.50 with most markets. 

Pujara completed his century and got out at 106 and Kohli was out at 82. India are 390/5 and would like to make more than 500+ runs so that they can start putting pressure on OZ the moment they come into bat. If India can get a good big score in first inning might be they even do not have to bat second if they can quickly get wickets of OZ.

Actually they took too much of time I guess . They should have accelerated as https://www.wishesyou.gq as they reached 350 mark because anything above that is a good score . Its day 2 stumps and Aussies are still in the game , they might not win this one but certainly the probability for draw is more than either of the side winning the match at this moment . On day 1 itself I posted my prediction saying it might end as draw and right now its looking strong.

I totally agree with your thoughts and assumptions about the game being ended as a draw. They could have accelerated as we can see there are still 3 wickets left, so aggressive playing could have been a better option. But if they are good with their bowling, I think it won't be a problem, but the probability is going towards the game being ended as a draw.

Indian team decided to declare it with just 443 runs on board and only 7 wickets had fallen. I think if they would have batted and reached anywhere near 500 and all out then OZ could have being trouble as if they got all out they could have to bat again if India decided. But now seems OZ could easily make 300+ runs on this pitch.

What you are thinking it's right but Indian team have good bowling attack so 350 runs will be difficult to get for Australia team, but they will get good partnership more than Australia will be get 500 easily.

What you are telling is correct then i think right now taking draw bet is good as the odd is high and If Australia bat well and dont loose wickets in first session then draw odd will go low and that will be correct time to take another bet on each team. 3rd day  first session is very important if India are able to take wickets then the pressure will be on Australia team

[absy]

Disastrous first session for Aussies as they loose 4 wickets . No cheap wickets , just extremely good bowling by Indians . This is a good pitch to bat on but clearly Aussies batsmen are struggling but I still feel like Mitchelle Marsh will score well on this pitch so I still say draw , if they loose 6 wickets by 150 then yeah Indians will have this match.

[vella85]

India are in complete control of the third test match and from here they should go on to winning the match as they have Australia in big trouble at 7 wickets down for just 138 runs and they still trail by 305 runs. Australia still need 105 runs to avoid the follow-on which I can't seem them doing so it will be interesting to see what India do if Australia can't avoid the follow-on, will they bat again or put Australia back in and finish the test match tomorrow?

[absy]

India are in complete control of the third test match and from here they should go on to winning the match as they have Australia in big trouble at 7 wickets down for just 138 runs and they still trail by 305 runs. Australia still need 105 runs to avoid the follow-on which I can't seem them doing so it will be interesting to see what India do if Australia can't avoid the follow-on, will they bat again or put Australia back in and finish the test match tomorrow?

It's tea and Aussies are trailing by 99 trailing to avoid follow on. Lots of pressure on Paine right now , I want Starc to bat as he bats usually , aggressive .

[vella85]

India are in complete control of the third test match and from here they should go on to winning the match as they have Australia in big trouble at 7 wickets down for just 138 runs and they still trail by 305 runs. Australia still need 105 runs to avoid the follow-on which I can't seem them doing so it will be interesting to see what India do if Australia can't avoid the follow-on, will they bat again or put Australia back in and finish the test match tomorrow?

It's tea and Aussies are trailing by 99 trailing to avoid follow on. Lots of pressure on Paine right now , I want Starc to bat as he bats usually , aggressive .

Australia have been bowled out for 151 and India didn't enforce the follow-on and batted instead. India already lead by over 300 runs and I think they just need to add another 250 runs to make it virtually impossible for Australia to win. But India must also give them self enough time to bowl Australia out so I'm thinking they will try and get as many runs as they can in the third session and then bat until lunch tomorrow, then put Australia in to bat. India should win from here, they have simply outclassed Australia in this match.

[onrise]

India are in complete control of the third test match and from here they should go on to winning the match as they have Australia in big trouble at 7 wickets down for just 138 runs and they still trail by 305 runs. Australia still need 105 runs to avoid the follow-on which I can't seem them doing so it will be interesting to see what India do if Australia can't avoid the follow-on, will they bat again or put Australia back in and finish the test match tomorrow?

It's tea and Aussies are trailing by 99 trailing to avoid follow on. Lots of pressure on Paine right now , I want Starc to bat as he bats usually , aggressive .

Australia have been bowled out for 151 and India didn't enforce the follow-on and batted instead. India already lead by over 300 runs and I think they just need to add another 250 runs to make it virtually impossible for Australia to win. But India must also give them self enough time to bowl Australia out so I'm thinking they will try and get as many runs as they can in the third session and then bat until lunch tomorrow, then put Australia in to bat. India should win from here, they have simply outclassed Australia in this match.

Bumrah has changed the entire game itself in India favor. It was just not even thought that OZ on their home ground can get all out for just 151 runs and giving India a very big 1st inning lead. India are now 28/2 in their second inning and lead is now 320 runs.

[vella85]

India are in complete control of the third test match and from here they should go on to winning the match as they have Australia in big trouble at 7 wickets down for just 138 runs and they still trail by 305 runs. Australia still need 105 runs to avoid the follow-on which I can't seem them doing so it will be interesting to see what India do if Australia can't avoid the follow-on, will they bat again or put Australia back in and finish the test match tomorrow?

It's tea and Aussies are trailing by 99 trailing to avoid follow on. Lots of pressure on Paine right now , I want Starc to bat as he bats usually , aggressive .

Australia have been bowled out for 151 and India didn't enforce the follow-on and batted instead. India already lead by over 300 runs and I think they just need to add another 250 runs to make it virtually impossible for Australia to win. But India must also give them self enough time to bowl Australia out so I'm thinking they will try and get as many runs as they can in the third session and then bat until lunch tomorrow, then put Australia in to bat. India should win from here, they have simply outclassed Australia in this match.

Bumrah has changed the entire game itself in India favor. It was just not even thought that OZ on their home ground can get all out for just 151 runs and giving India a very big 1st inning lead. India are now 28/2 in their second inning and lead is now 320 runs.

Australia are fighting back strong taking 5 wickets for just 44 runs, India now need to survive the final few overs without losing any more wickets. This poor batting performance by India have now opened up the door for Australia, its been an amazing bowling performance by Pat Cummins who took 4 wickets and the big wicket in Kohli for a duck. I will point out that the highest run chase at the MCG is 332 runs so it will be very tough for Australia even if they bowl out India cheaply.

[Maady]

India are in complete control of the third test match and from here they should go on to winning the match as they have Australia in big trouble at 7 wickets down for just 138 runs and they still trail by 305 runs. Australia still need 105 runs to avoid the follow-on which I can't seem them doing so it will be interesting to see what India do if Australia can't avoid the follow-on, will they bat again or put Australia back in and finish the test match tomorrow?

It's tea and Aussies are trailing by 99 trailing to avoid follow on. Lots of pressure on Paine right now , I want Starc to bat as he bats usually , aggressive .

Australia have been bowled out for 151 and India didn't enforce the follow-on and batted instead. India already lead by over 300 runs and I think they just need to add another 250 runs to make it virtually impossible for Australia to win. But India must also give them self enough time to bowl Australia out so I'm thinking they will try and get as many runs as they can in the third session and then bat until lunch tomorrow, then put Australia in to bat. India should win from here, they have simply outclassed Australia in this match.

Bumrah has changed the entire game itself in India favor. It was just not even thought that OZ on their home ground can get all out for just 151 runs and giving India a very big 1st inning lead. India are now 28/2 in their second inning and lead is now 320 runs.

Australia are fighting back strong taking 5 wickets for just 44 runs, India now need to survive the final few overs without losing any more wickets. This poor batting performance by India have now opened up the door for Australia, its been an amazing bowling performance by Pat Cummins who took 4 wickets and the big wicket in Kohli for a duck. I will point out that the highest run chase at the MCG is 332 runs so it will be very tough for Australia even if they bowl out India cheaply.

first 2 days 7 wickets and on 3rd day 15 wickets. Bumrah and Cummins changing tide for their team but batsmen don't want to spend time in the ground

[hubballi]

India are in complete control of the third test match and from here they should go on to winning the match as they have Australia in big trouble at 7 wickets down for just 138 runs and they still trail by 305 runs. Australia still need 105 runs to avoid the follow-on which I can't seem them doing so it will be interesting to see what India do if Australia can't avoid the follow-on, will they bat again or put Australia back in and finish the test match tomorrow?

It's tea and Aussies are trailing by 99 trailing to avoid follow on. Lots of pressure on Paine right now , I want Starc to bat as he bats usually , aggressive .

Australia have been bowled out for 151 and India didn't enforce the follow-on and batted instead. India already lead by over 300 runs and I think they just need to add another 250 runs to make it virtually impossible for Australia to win. But India must also give them self enough time to bowl Australia out so I'm thinking they will try and get as many runs as they can in the third session and then bat until lunch tomorrow, then put Australia in to bat. India should win from here, they have simply outclassed Australia in this match.

Bumrah has changed the entire game itself in India favor. It was just not even thought that OZ on their home ground can get all out for just 151 runs and giving India a very big 1st inning lead. India are now 28/2 in their second inning and lead is now 320 runs.

Australia are fighting back strong taking 5 wickets for just 44 runs, India now need to survive the final few overs without losing any more wickets. This poor batting performance by India have now opened up the door for Australia, its been an amazing bowling performance by Pat Cummins who took 4 wickets and the big wicket in Kohli for a duck. I will point out that the highest run chase at the MCG is 332 runs so it will be very tough for Australia even if they bowl out India cheaply.

first 2 days 7 wickets and on 3rd day 15 wickets. Bumrah and Cummins changing tide for their team but batsmen don't want to spend time in the ground

Even if India are 55/5 down they are leading 346 runs which is enough to defend, if the current parternership and other play good then India can take lead above 400+ which will be a good target to defend, if the same pitch reaction is their on 4th day also. So India are still in 80% chance of winning this test match.

[onrise]

India are in complete control of the third test match and from here they should go on to winning the match as they have Australia in big trouble at 7 wickets down for just 138 runs and they still trail by 305 runs. Australia still need 105 runs to avoid the follow-on which I can't seem them doing so it will be interesting to see what India do if Australia can't avoid the follow-on, will they bat again or put Australia back in and finish the test match tomorrow?

It's tea and Aussies are trailing by 99 trailing to avoid follow on. Lots of pressure on Paine right now , I want Starc to bat as he bats usually , aggressive .

Australia have been bowled out for 151 and India didn't enforce the follow-on and batted instead. India already lead by over 300 runs and I think they just need to add another 250 runs to make it virtually impossible for Australia to win. But India must also give them self enough time to bowl Australia out so I'm thinking they will try and get as many runs as they can in the third session and then bat until lunch tomorrow, then put Australia in to bat. India should win from here, they have simply outclassed Australia in this match.

Bumrah has changed the entire game itself in India favor. It was just not even thought that OZ on their home ground can get all out for just 151 runs and giving India a very big 1st inning lead. India are now 28/2 in their second inning and lead is now 320 runs.

Australia are fighting back strong taking 5 wickets for just 44 runs, India now need to survive the final few overs without losing any more wickets. This poor batting performance by India have now opened up the door for Australia, its been an amazing bowling performance by Pat Cummins who took 4 wickets and the big wicket in Kohli for a duck. I will point out that the highest run chase at the MCG is 332 runs so it will be very tough for Australia even if they bowl out India cheaply.

first 2 days 7 wickets and on 3rd day 15 wickets. Bumrah and Cummins changing tide for their team but batsmen don't want to spend time in the ground

Even if India are 55/5 down they are leading 346 runs which is enough to defend, if the current parternership and other play good then India can take lead above 400+ which will be a good target to defend, if the same pitch reaction is their on 4th day also. So India are still in 80% chance of winning this test match.

Does anybody thought that pitch would change suddenly on Day 3. 15 wickets has fallen and a day earlier India batted so well and this means wining toss is almost like winning match.  OZ would have a difficult time if they have to draw or win the match as already India is 346 runs ahead and 5 wickets remaining.

[Thanasis]

India are in complete control of the third test match and from here they should go on to winning the match as they have Australia in big trouble at 7 wickets down for just 138 runs and they still trail by 305 runs. Australia still need 105 runs to avoid the follow-on which I can't seem them doing so it will be interesting to see what India do if Australia can't avoid the follow-on, will they bat again or put Australia back in and finish the test match tomorrow?

It's tea and Aussies are trailing by 99 trailing to avoid follow on. Lots of pressure on Paine right now , I want Starc to bat as he bats usually , aggressive .

Australia have been bowled out for 151 and India didn't enforce the follow-on and batted instead. India already lead by over 300 runs and I think they just need to add another 250 runs to make it virtually impossible for Australia to win. But India must also give them self enough time to bowl Australia out so I'm thinking they will try and get as many runs as they can in the third session and then bat until lunch tomorrow, then put Australia in to bat. India should win from here, they have simply outclassed Australia in this match.

Bumrah has changed the entire game itself in India favor. It was just not even thought that OZ on their home ground can get all out for just 151 runs and giving India a very big 1st inning lead. India are now 28/2 in their second inning and lead is now 320 runs.

Australia are fighting back strong taking 5 wickets for just 44 runs, India now need to survive the final few overs without losing any more wickets. This poor batting performance by India have now opened up the door for Australia, its been an amazing bowling performance by Pat Cummins who took 4 wickets and the big wicket in Kohli for a duck. I will point out that the highest run chase at the MCG is 332 runs so it will be very tough for Australia even if they bowl out India cheaply.

first 2 days 7 wickets and on 3rd day 15 wickets. Bumrah and Cummins changing tide for their team but batsmen don't want to spend time in the ground

Even if India are 55/5 down they are leading 346 runs which is enough to defend, if the current parternership and other play good then India can take lead above 400+ which will be a good target to defend, if the same pitch reaction is their on 4th day also. So India are still in 80% chance of winning this test match.

Does anybody thought that pitch would change suddenly on Day 3. 15 wickets has fallen and a day earlier India batted so well and this means wining toss is almost like winning match.  OZ would have a difficult time if they have to draw or win the match as already India is 346 runs ahead and 5 wickets remaining.

I already mention this in my earlier post but it looks like no one got noticed,when it is five day match the toss is really important since last day will be favour of bowlers so India looks to get more run and try to crush their opponents when the days passes,

[absy]

People always argue about who is the best captain among Kohli and Dhoni . Today we can clearly see why Kohli's captaincy lacks decision making . There was no need at all for Indians to bat , they should have ( and I mean "should") let Aussies bat , it would have been lot more easier for Indians to win .
I had made a pre-bet on draw , I really don't know how this match will end.