Test Cricket Prediction and Discussion Thread [self - mod]

[Sithara007]

The inclusion of Ben Stakes made headlines in all the newspaper as he is one of their best players and his inclusion is an added bonus for them and i was checking about his injury status as mentioned above and it was a injury that he sustained earlier and it should be sorted by now because he is out from cricket for a long time.

When it comes to Jofra Archer there is no update regarding his injury but his old tweet is trending where he predicted to pick the wickets of Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul .

Jofra had two outings in July for Sussex, and he hasn't played any competitive cricket after that. Same goes for Ben Stokes as well. The last match he played was on July, for the Northern Superchargers. These guys have been out of cricket for so long, and I don't think that they will make an immediate impact when they face India. I will stick with my prediction. For Indian batsmen, the danger comes from James Anderson and Stuart Broad. If the likes of Kohli and Rohit can handle these two, then India will win the series.

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[Iranus]

The inclusion of Ben Stakes made headlines in all the newspaper as he is one of their best players and his inclusion is an added bonus for them and i was checking about his injury status as mentioned above and it was a injury that he sustained earlier and it should be sorted by now because he is out from cricket for a long time.
When it comes to Jofra Archer there is no update regarding his injury but his old tweet is trending where he predicted to pick the wickets of Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul .

Jofra had two outings in July for Sussex, and he hasn't played any competitive cricket after that. Same goes for Ben Stokes as well. The last match he played was on July, for the Northern Superchargers. These guys have been out of cricket for so long, and I don't think that they will make an immediate impact when they face India. I will stick with my prediction. For Indian batsmen, the danger comes from James Anderson and Stuart Broad. If the likes of Kohli and Rohit can handle these two, then India will win the series.

The thing is, Archer and Stokes are two world-class players and are known for their great impact in-game. They have been away for a long, that's true. But that doesn't mean they are not the players they were once. I am counting on them for having a good impact on the game. And they both have the capability to do so.

And about Stuart Broad and Anderson, they are very patient bowlers. It can be tricky to handle them sometimes, but I think Indian batsmen can do that.

[barbara44]

The thing is, Archer and Stokes are two world-class players and are known for their great impact in-game. They have been away for a long, that's true. But that doesn't mean they are not the players they were once. I am counting on them for having a good impact on the game. And they both have the capability to do so.

And about Stuart Broad and Anderson, they are very patient bowlers. It can be tricky to handle them sometimes, but I think Indian batsmen can do that.

Jofra and Stokes both have very good record if these both coming in The Ashes then surely it's going to be very good for England because their bowling and batting both could be strong and have some confidence because Stokes presence is really great for moral of England team. Still they have some issues in batting because in current squad they have no specialist test batsman with good approach to game as we have watch in series against India, but Stokes can make some good change for them in middle order.

About Anderson and Broad without any doubt these two are legends of test in current time, age factor is also not having bad impact on Anderson game which is great, and we can give him as a role model for new generation of cricket.

[Lordshiva]

It would be a huge boost for England with the return of stokes in the team for the Ashes. We still remember his partnership with leach for the 11th wicket that won england the match he is a match winner and really great to see him back in the side for the ashes..

[galambo]

It would be a huge boost for England with the return of stokes in the team for the Ashes. We still remember his partnership with leach for the 11th wicket that won england the match he is a match winner and really great to see him back in the side for the ashes..

AFAIK, stokes was not in the squad that was announced on 10 Oct 2021 (source). His inclusion will definatly a big plus for England as he has good Test record.
Hope to see some fine cricket in the form of Ashes Test series, have seen too much T20. we all need some break and must see Test that is proper form of cricket.

[Sithara007]

AFAIK, stokes was not in the squad that was announced on 10 Oct 2021 (source). His inclusion will definatly a big plus for England as he has good Test record.
Hope to see some fine cricket in the form of Ashes Test series, have seen too much T20. we all need some break and must see Test that is proper form of cricket.

England badly needs him to strengthen their batting and bowling lineup. Apart from Root and Anderson, none of the other England bowlers are consistent against India. He is not included in the squad for the Ashes, however if he returns for the one-off test against India then it will be a huge boost for England. Honestly, without Stokes England doesn't have much of a chance against India. They have the home advantage, but even that was not enough to prevent India from taking a 2-1 lead last time.

[Lordshiva]

AFAIK, stokes was not in the squad that was announced on 10 Oct 2021 (source). His inclusion will definatly a big plus for England as he has good Test record.
Hope to see some fine cricket in the form of Ashes Test series, have seen too much T20. we all need some break and must see Test that is proper form of cricket.

England badly needs him to strengthen their batting and bowling lineup. Apart from Root and Anderson, none of the other England bowlers are consistent against India. He is not included in the squad for the Ashes, however if he returns for the one-off test against India then it will be a huge boost for England. Honestly, without Stokes England doesn't have much of a chance against India. They have the home advantage, but even that was not enough to prevent India from taking a 2-1 lead last time.

Not only in batting, he bowls some useful overs too and can be a wicket taker for England in some conditions. He makes things happen in the field weather in bat or ball in the hand. Yes in the series against India England batting was not upto the mark and may be his inclusion will boost their batting line up.

[BALIK]

AFAIK, stokes was not in the squad that was announced on 10 Oct 2021 (source). His inclusion will definatly a big plus for England as he has good Test record.
Hope to see some fine cricket in the form of Ashes Test series, have seen too much T20. we all need some break and must see Test that is proper form of cricket.

England badly needs him to strengthen their batting and bowling lineup. Apart from Root and Anderson, none of the other England bowlers are consistent against India. He is not included in the squad for the Ashes, however if he returns for the one-off test against India then it will be a huge boost for England. Honestly, without Stokes England doesn't have much of a chance against India. They have the home advantage, but even that was not enough to prevent India from taking a 2-1 lead last time.

Stokes is a really important player for England regardless of the situation. He can turn a match on its head at any given time. He is also a class all-rounder. So he's basically the Shakib Al Hasan of England. And if England wants to even have a chance against India they do be needing stocks in their squad. Though he has been away for a long time I think him being in the squad will help a lot as he can do things almost no other player can.

[RankerCan]

Stokes is a really important player for England regardless of the situation. He can turn a match on its head at any given time. He is also a class all-rounder. So he's basically the Shakib Al Hasan of England. And if England wants to even have a chance against India they do be needing stocks in their squad. Though he has been away for a long time I think him being in the squad will help a lot as he can do things almost no other player can.

From conceding 4 sixes in the final of T20 Wrodlcup 2016 to becoming no 1 allrounder in all formats, Ben has completed this journey in a very short duration. His comparison with Shakib is very much valid as both are vital for their teams. He has taken 163 wickets in tests while having batting average of 37. England is strong enough and can perform well even if he misses Ashes.

[Sithara007]

Stokes is a really important player for England regardless of the situation. He can turn a match on its head at any given time. He is also a class all-rounder. So he's basically the Shakib Al Hasan of England. And if England wants to even have a chance against India they do be needing stocks in their squad. Though he has been away for a long time I think him being in the squad will help a lot as he can do things almost no other player can.

If Stokes is fully fit, then I don't have an issue of England includes him in the playing XI. In around one month time, the Ashes series will start and we will get to see whether Stokes is performing up to the mark or not. Let's not forget the fact that he took the break from cricket due to mental health issues. I am not sure whether he can be back all of a sudden, without sufficient exposure to county matches. The last time he took part in domestic cricket was four months ago. He needs at least 2-3 county matches before the Ashes series.

[Juggy777]

Stokes is a really important player for England regardless of the situation. He can turn a match on its head at any given time. He is also a class all-rounder. So he's basically the Shakib Al Hasan of England. And if England wants to even have a chance against India they do be needing stocks in their squad. Though he has been away for a long time I think him being in the squad will help a lot as he can do things almost no other player can.

If Stokes is fully fit, then I don't have an issue of England includes him in the playing XI. In around one month time, the Ashes series will start and we will get to see whether Stokes is performing up to the mark or not. Let's not forget the fact that he took the break from cricket due to mental health issues. I am not sure whether he can be back all of a sudden, without sufficient exposure to county matches. The last time he took part in domestic cricket was four months ago. He needs at least 2-3 county matches before the Ashes series.

@Sithara007 Stokes is very strong mentally too, and by taking a break he’s going to become even stronger and better and he’ll be a nightmare for Australia in the Ashes. Also with his experience I’m sure he’ll pick up where he left even without match practice, but if he can get some practise then it’ll definitely help him sharpen his skills.

[LittleBitFunny]

Stokes is a really important player for England regardless of the situation. He can turn a match on its head at any given time. He is also a class all-rounder. So he's basically the Shakib Al Hasan of England. And if England wants to even have a chance against India they do be needing stocks in their squad. Though he has been away for a long time I think him being in the squad will help a lot as he can do things almost no other player can.

If Stokes is fully fit, then I don't have an issue of England includes him in the playing XI. In around one month time, the Ashes series will start and we will get to see whether Stokes is performing up to the mark or not. Let's not forget the fact that he took the break from cricket due to mental health issues. I am not sure whether he can be back all of a sudden, without sufficient exposure to county matches. The last time he took part in domestic cricket was four months ago. He needs at least 2-3 county matches before the Ashes series.

@Sithara007 Stokes is very strong mentally too, and by taking a break he’s going to become even stronger and better and he’ll be a nightmare for Australia in the Ashes. Also with his experience I’m sure he’ll pick up where he left even without match practice, but if he can get some practise then it’ll definitely help him sharpen his skills.

That's true. Doesn't matter how good you are, with some practice, you can become far better. But the thing about players form is about feeling it on a certain day. One day, a beautiful cover drive goes for four and the other day the same cover drive goes to a fielder. So, I do hope stokes come back and continue by 'feeling it'. But I'm sure he'll do great regardless.

[CDC AP]

Stokes is a really important player for England regardless of the situation. He can turn a match on its head at any given time. He is also a class all-rounder. So he's basically the Shakib Al Hasan of England. And if England wants to even have a chance against India they do be needing stocks in their squad. Though he has been away for a long time I think him being in the squad will help a lot as he can do things almost no other player can.

If Stokes is fully fit, then I don't have an issue of England includes him in the playing XI. In around one month time, the Ashes series will start and we will get to see whether Stokes is performing up to the mark or not. Let's not forget the fact that he took the break from cricket due to mental health issues. I am not sure whether he can be back all of a sudden, without sufficient exposure to county matches. The last time he took part in domestic cricket was four months ago. He needs at least 2-3 county matches before the Ashes series.

@Sithara007 Stokes is very strong mentally too, and by taking a break he’s going to become even stronger and better and he’ll be a nightmare for Australia in the Ashes. Also with his experience I’m sure he’ll pick up where he left even without match practice, but if he can get some practise then it’ll definitely help him sharpen his skills.

That's true. Doesn't matter how good you are, with some practice, you can become far better. But the thing about players form is about feeling it on a certain day. One day, a beautiful cover drive goes for four and the other day the same cover drive goes to a fielder. So, I do hope stokes come back and continue by 'feeling it'. But I'm sure he'll do great regardless.

Well stokes is surely a confidence player and even with a gap of many month from cricket i am sure he would come back with a positive frame of mind.
Both in his batting as well as with his bowling and not to forget his fielding as well. He is a complete package for the england team and looking forward to see him in the ashes.

[Gosgosking]

Stokes will be a victory to England , he is the kind of player that is needed for the game , he is the kind of player full of energy.. if you look back to his previous games he has always deliver. The best decision is for England to carry stoke along .

[barbara44]

Well stokes is surely a confidence player and even with a gap of many month from cricket i am sure he would come back with a positive frame of mind.
Both in his batting as well as with his bowling and not to forget his fielding as well. He is a complete package for the england team and looking forward to see him in the ashes.

There is no doubt that Stokes is quality player and game changer for England because he has already done some very good things for England in past but right now biggest issue is he is facing some multi problems one is physical injury and second one is mentally just because of this he was away from game so now just wait and watch how is he going to fix these because already out of game for long time is not issue but having burnout in game is also the biggest issue as we in past with few players they try to recover but fail like we have Carl Hooper from West Indies he was big player but sadly never able to play like he wants to do.

[Sithara007]

Which team is having the upper hand for the Ashes series? I was thinking that it would be a cakewalk for England, but given the fact that some of their players are injured, they may not be able to field their best side. And at the same time, some of the Australian players, who were not in great form earlier (Warner, Cummins.etc) seems to have recovered by now. It is going to be an evenly contested series between two of the big 3 teams, and the Australian players are always at their best during the Ashes.

[Swordsoffreedom]

Which team is having the upper hand for the Ashes series? I was thinking that it would be a cakewalk for England, but given the fact that some of their players are injured, they may not be able to field their best side. And at the same time, some of the Australian players, who were not in great form earlier (Warner, Cummins.etc) seems to have recovered by now. It is going to be an evenly contested series between two of the big 3 teams, and the Australian players are always at their best during the Ashes.

It doesn't matter if Australia plays good or bad in a certain match for the tournament they are always really serious about the ashes series. If you see the Australians play the ashes you will know that it means a lot to them. I personally love to see ashes because for me this is the biggest rivalry after probably India vs Pakistan. But if we talk about only test matches, ashes is by far the biggest rivalry ever. I have always supported Australia in ashes because they always seemed to have a flair about them and their play style. And probably another reason was Australia have always had some superstars like Glenn McGrath and Share Warne and Ponting etc. But this time I think  England is going to win the ashes series regardless of their injury problems. Because England seems to be a complete team to me right now.

[CDC AP]

Which team is having the upper hand for the Ashes series? I was thinking that it would be a cakewalk for England, but given the fact that some of their players are injured, they may not be able to field their best side. And at the same time, some of the Australian players, who were not in great form earlier (Warner, Cummins.etc) seems to have recovered by now. It is going to be an evenly contested series between two of the big 3 teams, and the Australian players are always at their best during the Ashes.

Well i would say australia are favorites because the ashes is going to happen in australia which is a huge advantage and england batting line up is not at his best right now and their swing bowlers may also struggle in australian conditions. YES it would surely me an exciting series but i would say australia are the favorites this time.

[TheGreatPython]

Which team is having the upper hand for the Ashes series? I was thinking that it would be a cakewalk for England, but given the fact that some of their players are injured, they may not be able to field their best side. And at the same time, some of the Australian players, who were not in great form earlier (Warner, Cummins.etc) seems to have recovered by now. It is going to be an evenly contested series between two of the big 3 teams, and the Australian players are always at their best during the Ashes.

Well i would say australia are favorites because the ashes is going to happen in australia which is a huge advantage and england batting line up is not at his best right now and their swing bowlers may also struggle in australian conditions. YES it would surely me an exciting series but i would say australia are the favorites this time.

Right now, Australia is clearly hot favorite for win of The Ashes even Stokes is coming in team because their biggest issue is batting which is not near a quality batting just Root can't do anything for team because he is also human. Ben Stokes is also good batsman but need sometime for his settling and having better result.

At home playing against Australia is never easy for any team recently just India is team which able to defeat them back to back series and doing this for England with these batsmen not possible bowlers are some better in presence of Anderson and Broad but still batting is really matter of concern for them.

[Sithara007]

Right now, Australia is clearly hot favorite for win of The Ashes even Stokes is coming in team because their biggest issue is batting which is not near a quality batting just Root can't do anything for team because he is also human. Ben Stokes is also good batsman but need sometime for his settling and having better result.

At home playing against Australia is never easy for any team recently just India is team which able to defeat them back to back series and doing this for England with these batsmen not possible bowlers are some better in presence of Anderson and Broad but still batting is really matter of concern for them.

Even with the home advantage, I would say that England are slightly ahead at this point. Australian players (especially Steve Smith) have performed poorly in 2020-21. The bowlers have performed even worse. They used to be dependent on Mitchell Starc, but he has been out of form for ages. Hazlewood is economical, but not lethal. The other bowlers such as Richardson and Pattinson doesn't have enough experience to take on the England batsmen. For England, Joe Root is in top form. The bowlers are also in good shape, especially Anderson, Woakes, Robinson and Broad.