Test Cricket Prediction and Discussion Thread [self - mod]

[pakhitheboss]

T20 is much more competitive then test and ODI. We saw Zimbabwe and Netherlands in last T20 World Cup beating teams like Pakistan and South Africa. This is something not possible in test as test is proper cricket and you can compete in test only if you have genuine cricket infrastructure. I think Bangladesh is the last country to join as a full test team since then there is no such inclusion. T20 is liked and most viewed format that's why ICC must promote this cricket in countries that are willing to join.

No doubt T20 is more engaging and aggressive than any other format of cricket. The viewership as well as the fan base is also big. Cricketers do love T20 as it is the shortest format of cricket and it also helps increases their earnings than test cricket. The only reason why still some cricket fans follow Test cricket is that it is a format of skills, fitness, and patience. Not everyone in today's generation has the patience to watch cricket for full 5 days. 

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[JSRAW]

Let's wait for a decade or so, i believe that many full members are going to accept the fact that Test cricket is just a loss-making affair for them.

Most of them are already aware of the reality that's why no one plays 4-5 test match series (except BIG-3). They just don't want to accept it and the main reason is a romanticization of Test cricket, thanks to ICC and the old guard.

[Litzki1990]

Bangladesh vs Ireland test match

BCB has named Shakib Al Hasan as the captain and Liton Kumar Das as the vice-captain in the 14-member Test squad for the Test match against Ireland to be held in Mirpur on the 4th April. The 14-member squad includes Shakib Al Hasan, Liton Das, Tamim Iqbal, Shadman Islam, Nazmul Hussain Shanto, Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mehdi Hassan Miraj, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Khaled Ahmed, Ebadot Hossain, Shariful Islam, MuhammadHassan joy. Hopefully Bangladesh under the leadership of Shakib Al Hasan will play a great test match against Ireland.

[BobK71]

T20 is much more competitive then test and ODI. We saw Zimbabwe and Netherlands in last T20 World Cup beating teams like Pakistan and South Africa. This is something not possible in test as test is proper cricket and you can compete in test only if you have genuine cricket infrastructure. I think Bangladesh is the last country to join as a full test team since then there is no such inclusion. T20 is liked and most viewed format that's why ICC must promote this cricket in countries that are willing to join.

No doubt T20 is more engaging and aggressive than any other format of cricket. The viewership as well as the fan base is also big. Cricketers do love T20 as it is the shortest format of cricket and it also helps increases their earnings than test cricket. The only reason why still some cricket fans follow Test cricket is that it is a format of skills, fitness, and patience. Not everyone in today's generation has the patience to watch cricket for full 5 days. 

One more thing if we notice T20 format is short format of cricket,there is another shorter format of cricket is T10 but it is not as popular as T20. I think whichever league India conducts that gain the most popularity. So the steps that India take for cricket is imitable to others.

However, gradually the number of spectators of Test cricket will continue to decrease. Because the older people give the most importance to this format of cricket. But this thought is almost irrelevant to the present generation. The new generation is not so keen on test cricket.

[pakhitheboss]

Let's wait for a decade or so, i believe that many full members are going to accept the fact that Test cricket is just a loss-making affair for them.

Most of them are already aware of the reality that's why no one plays 4-5 test match series (except BIG-3). They just don't want to accept it and the main reason is a romanticization of Test cricket, thanks to ICC and the old guard.

In 10 years time I think we only see the big 3 playing bilateral tri series of test cricket whereas the other boards only going after T20 & ODI format. The craze for T20 might even destroy ODI. At the moment only a few countries have good viewership of ODI and only four or five teams in the world can play competitive ODI games.

[JSRAW]

Let's wait for a decade or so, i believe that many full members are going to accept the fact that Test cricket is just a loss-making affair for them.

Most of them are already aware of the reality that's why no one plays 4-5 test match series (except BIG-3). They just don't want to accept it and the main reason is a romanticization of Test cricket, thanks to ICC and the old guard.

In 10 years time I think we only see the big 3 playing bilateral tri series of test cricket whereas the other boards only going after T20 & ODI format. The craze for T20 might even destroy ODI. At the moment only a few countries have good viewership of ODI and only four or five teams in the world can play competitive ODI games.

I won't be surprised if it happens.

Good teams like New Zealand and South Africa are already struggling with their schedule and playing only 2-3 test match series. Teams with a rich history of Test cricket, like the Windies and Pakistan are just trying to keep up with pale imitation.

[mm2543363580]

Let's wait for a decade or so, i believe that many full members are going to accept the fact that Test cricket is just a loss-making affair for them.

Most of them are already aware of the reality that's why no one plays 4-5 test match series (except BIG-3). They just don't want to accept it and the main reason is a romanticization of Test cricket, thanks to ICC and the old guard.

In 10 years time I think we only see the big 3 playing bilateral tri series of test cricket whereas the other boards only going after T20 & ODI format. The craze for T20 might even destroy ODI. At the moment only a few countries have good viewership of ODI and only four or five teams in the world can play competitive ODI games.

That's true test format is now limited to few strong countries that's play and perform anything in that , India, Australia,  Newzealand,  England  these are teams left for test series.
Pakistan is having hard time in test format as new players and teams are unable to understand the strategy of test match and that's the reason they lost all the series last year.

[BobK71]

Let's wait for a decade or so, i believe that many full members are going to accept the fact that Test cricket is just a loss-making affair for them.

Most of them are already aware of the reality that's why no one plays 4-5 test match series (except BIG-3). They just don't want to accept it and the main reason is a romanticization of Test cricket, thanks to ICC and the old guard.

In 10 years time I think we only see the big 3 playing bilateral tri series of test cricket whereas the other boards only going after T20 & ODI format. The craze for T20 might even destroy ODI. At the moment only a few countries have good viewership of ODI and only four or five teams in the world can play competitive ODI games.

This is likely to happen in the long run. Many of the current generation don't like ODI cricket much either. They prefer only T20 based cricket. And if the ODI format is like this then Test cricket cannot be thought of that moment. Moreover, this format of cricket does not have the ability to sustain for a long time if the audience don't support. If you think from that point of view, only T20 cricket will exist in future.

[pakhitheboss]

I won't be surprised if it happens.

Good teams like New Zealand and South Africa are already struggling with their schedule and playing only 2-3 test match series. Teams with a rich history of Test cricket, like the Windies and Pakistan are just trying to keep up with pale imitation.

Another factor which I am sure everyone will agree here is the popularity of T20 leagues. Every board has now started its own league to increase the revenue. New and upcoming boards are also following the same footsteps.

I haven't heard any board coming out with negative revenue figures from there respective leagues tournaments. If every boards keeps on concentrating only on T20 format then how will test cricket and ODI survive.

I think the only way both both these formats can survive is only when the respective boards themselves decide on how to revive both of them. At the moment they are least bothered as they are busy in generating revenue from the shorter format.

[MusaPk]

Another factor which I am sure everyone will agree here is the popularity of T20 leagues. Every board has now started its own league to increase the revenue. New and upcoming boards are also following the same footsteps.

I haven't heard any board coming out with negative revenue figures from there respective leagues tournaments. If every boards keeps on concentrating only on T20 format then how will test cricket and ODI survive.

I think the only way both both these formats can survive is only when the respective boards themselves decide on how to revive both of them. At the moment they are least bothered as they are busy in generating revenue from the shorter format.

One thing is very very much clear that with Test and ODI cricket there is very little chance that any new nation will sign in to cricket. See historical data for instance, we have 8 test playing teams for decades and its only because of T20 cricket today we are seeing new countries like Afghanistan, Ireland and more.
These T20 leagues are also a good platform for domestic players who were not able to make it to national side. These leagues help them financially along with exposure of playing with international players.

[elevates]

One thing is very very much clear that with Test and ODI cricket there is very little chance that any new nation will sign in to cricket. See historical data for instance, we have 8 test playing teams for decades and its only because of T20 cricket today we are seeing new countries like Afghanistan, Ireland and more.
These T20 leagues are also a good platform for domestic players who were not able to make it to national side. These leagues help them financially along with exposure of playing with international players.

The problem lies here. ICC revenue also covers ODI and test cricket. They will never want these two formats to disappear in the craze of T20. They would want new boards to be part of the latter but zero efforts have been done by them. To my amaze these boards can even go ahead and hire talents to represent their country in ICC games.

ICC is only looking into its revenue actually. It is least bothered to either remove a country from test cricket. Niether it is interested in recognising a country as a test playing nation. This is why the new boards are only focused on shorter formats.

[Unknown Op]

Bangladesh vs Ireland test match

Shakib Al Hasan has been given the captaincy of Bangladesh's cricket team for the forthcoming Test match against Ireland. Shakib's extensive experience and leadership abilities will undoubtedly motivate the players to play at their highest level. Furthermore the decision to name Liton Kumar Das vice captain shows the board's confidence in his skills as a player and a leader. The team as a whole appears well rounded and powerful with a mix of seasoned veterans and young talented individuals. Ultimately I have high hopes for Bangladesh's performance under Shakib Al Hasan captaincy and their ability to advance in the cricketing globe.

[onecall123]

Bangladesh vs Ireland test match

Shakib Al Hasan has been given the captaincy of Bangladesh's cricket team for the forthcoming Test match against Ireland. Shakib's extensive experience and leadership abilities will undoubtedly motivate the players to play at their highest level. Furthermore the decision to name Liton Kumar Das vice captain shows the board's confidence in his skills as a player and a leader. The team as a whole appears well rounded and powerful with a mix of seasoned veterans and young talented individuals. Ultimately I have high hopes for Bangladesh's performance under Shakib Al Hasan captaincy and their ability to advance in the cricketing globe.

A big blow for Bangladesh!

It's unfortunate that Taskin Ahmed won't be able to play in the upcoming Test match against Ireland due to his injury. BCB were determined to play their strongest XI, as they're playing on their home soil. It's interesting to see that BCB has announced their strongest XI against Ireland Test, despite they're comparatively weaker team on paper. Although Taskin Ahmed's absence will be big blow, I still have high hopes for Bangladesh to put up a dominating performance under the captaincy of Shakib Al Hasan.

[JSRAW]

I won't be surprised if it happens.

Good teams like New Zealand and South Africa are already struggling with their schedule and playing only 2-3 test match series. Teams with a rich history of Test cricket, like the Windies and Pakistan are just trying to keep up with pale imitation.

Another factor which I am sure everyone will agree here is the popularity of T20 leagues. Every board has now started its own league to increase the revenue. New and upcoming boards are also following the same footsteps.

I haven't heard any board coming out with negative revenue figures from there respective leagues tournaments. If every boards keeps on concentrating only on T20 format then how will test cricket and ODI survive.

I think the only way both both these formats can survive is only when the respective boards themselves decide on how to revive both of them. At the moment they are least bothered as they are busy in generating revenue from the shorter format.

No one can't even blame any cricketing board for going down that road. After all, they have to take care of their balance sheets as well and it's no secret that the T-20 format is subsidizing the test format.

The more they earn, the more they can play longer format because of the so called romanticization with the red ball cricket. I also believe that one format will die and cricket economics will decide if it's Test or ODI.

[MuffinMaster]

Big moment for Ireland as they are playing another Test match tomorrow. As per my knowledge Ireland recently goy clearance from ICC to play Test matches and they have not played more then 4 to 5 Test matches. Good for Ireland to play Test and build a strong team in coming years. Shakib Al Hasan has been named skipper for tomorrow Test. Odds must be in favor of Bangladesh for this test.

[Tony116]

Shakib Al Hasan has been given the captaincy of Bangladesh's cricket team for the forthcoming Test match against Ireland. Shakib's extensive experience and leadership abilities will undoubtedly motivate the players to play at their highest level. Furthermore the decision to name Liton Kumar Das vice captain shows the board's confidence in his skills as a player and a leader. The team as a whole appears well rounded and powerful with a mix of seasoned veterans and young talented individuals. Ultimately I have high hopes for Bangladesh's performance under Shakib Al Hasan captaincy and their ability to advance in the cricketing globe.

A big blow for Bangladesh!
It's unfortunate that Taskin Ahmed won't be able to play in the upcoming Test match against Ireland due to his injury. BCB were determined to play their strongest XI, as they're playing on their home soil. It's interesting to see that BCB has announced their strongest XI against Ireland Test, despite they're comparatively weaker team on paper. Although Taskin Ahmed's absence will be big blow, I still have high hopes for Bangladesh to put up a dominating performance under the captaincy of Shakib Al Hasan.

Bangladesh is a very weak team when it comes to the test format. And I believe that's why they actually wanted to go with the best team that they could. But I think Bangladesh can do well enough even without Taskin Ahmed. Even though I do know that he is a very important player for Bangladesh right now. He has been a great player for Bangladesh for quite some time, especially in recent formats.

I have no idea how Bangladesh is actually going to do without him right now. But at the same time, it is a great chance for the other young players to rise up to the occasion.

[DainSLane]

Its all end Ireland done great job just 23.4 overs and All England team bundled out  for 85 runs just 3 players reach double figure now we have to watch how Ireland batting line up give response because if they able to do some good score then surely its going to be historic win for them.

The game between England and Ireland sounds interesting A team's abilty to bowl out its opponents in such a short amount of time is usually amazing It would be intriguing to observe how Ireland's batting lineup responds to England's low score because the game is still not done They might be ontheir way to a historic victory if they can score well Wait and watch how the rest of the game plays out

[romero121]

Big moment for Ireland as they are playing another Test match tomorrow. As per my knowledge Ireland recently goy clearance from ICC to play Test matches and they have not played more then 4 to 5 Test matches. Good for Ireland to play Test and build a strong team in coming years. Shakib Al Hasan has been named skipper for tomorrow Test. Odds must be in favor of Bangladesh for this test.

Ireland have played just three test matches and the last match was played almost four years back against England. It'll surely give Ireland good experience as this isn't a much played format for them. Odds will be in favour of Bangladesh, but I expect some good performance to come from Ireland cricket team. The match being played in home ground will make it easier for Bangladesh. The winning probability of Ireland is lesser than 10% and Bangladesh won't underestimate, because they had experienced an unexpected blow in the last T20 cricket.

[pakhitheboss]

Bangladesh VS Ireland

A one of test match would be played between these two teams starting today. Bangladesh would miss their star bowler Taskin and the news is that Tamim might also not play. Ireland has three players who have never played any test cricket. Considering that match is being played in Bangladesh and Ireland has not had much experience in the Test format. I would say that Bangladesh won't have trouble defeating the Irish team. On the other hand, Ireland would gain exposure and experience in playing test cricket.

[Sithara007]

Ireland have played just three test matches and the last match was played almost four years back against England. It'll surely give Ireland good experience as this isn't a much played format for them. Odds will be in favour of Bangladesh, but I expect some good performance to come from Ireland cricket team. The match being played in home ground will make it easier for Bangladesh. The winning probability of Ireland is lesser than 10% and Bangladesh won't underestimate, because they had experienced an unexpected blow in the last T20 cricket.

And 4 years ago, that match was played in one of the shittiest tracks possible. England got bowled out for just 85 runs in the first innings, with Tim Murtagh, Mark Adair and Boyd Rankin wrecking the England batting lineup. Ireland made 207 and got a first innings lead of 122 runs. But in the second innings match slipped out of Ireland's hands. Jack Leach made 92 runs as an opener, and took England to a total of 303. And then came the horrorfest. Ireland got blasted out for just 38 runs, with Stuart Broad and Chris Woakes sharing all the 10 wickets between them.