Test Cricket Prediction and Discussion Thread [self - mod]

[JSRAW]

^^ Used to have high hope from the Bangladesh but now i don't expect much from them.

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Kiwis are building pressure nicely. Puji and Rahane's bad form continue at home, i think one of em is about to get drop for the next match. Kohli is coming so they need to make a spot for him and dropping Shreyas after century would be tough choice.

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Indian is in deep mess. 4 down and lead is only 100 runs.

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Collapse, Jaddu is gone.

[pakhitheboss]

^^ Used to have high hope from the Bangladesh but now i don't expect much from them.

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Kiwis are building pressure nicely. Puji and Rahane's bad form continue at home, i think one of em is about to get drop for the next match. Kohli is coming so they need to make a spot for him and dropping Shreyas after century would be tough choice.

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Indian is in deep mess. 4 down and lead is only 100 runs.

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Collapse, Jaddu is gone.

5 down and India is surely in deep trouble. It all now depends on Ashwin and Iyer they both need to stick to the wicket and score runs. India needs to pass 150 if they want to win this match. Not much batting left for India if any of these two lose wickets. A very good come back by the NZ team.

[JSRAW]

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Indian is in deep mess. 4 down and lead is only 100 runs.

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Collapse, Jaddu is gone.

5 down and India is surely in deep trouble. It all now depends on Ashwin and Iyer they both need to stick to the wicket and score runs. India needs to pass 150 if they want to win this match. Not much batting left for India if any of these two lose wickets. A very good come back by the NZ team.

They are virtually 6 down. W Saha is struggling with his neck and didn't come to wicket keeping yesterday so there must be serious problem with him so i doubt he'll come to bat and there is no replacement for such injury.

[Minor Miner]

Pakshithan has scored 145 runs and has not lost any wicket yet. Bangladesh bowlers are very weak bowling. If the bowlers of Bangladesh cannot bring down these two wickets this morning, then surely Bangladesh will lose this Test match and will suffer a miserable defeat. Pakistan needs only 185 runs. Since they have not lost any wickets yet. So collecting 185 runs is not a difficult task for them.

Bangladesh is without experienced bowlers like Taskin Ahmed, Shakib al Hasan and Mustafizur and their younger players have failed to perform. On top of that, the Pakistan players are in excellent form. Apart from the century by Liton Das, Bangladesh so far doesn't have much to take away from this match. And remember that this is a home series for them, and the match is being played at Chattogram. If things go on like this, Bangladesh will remain as one of the lowest ranking test teams similar to Zimbabwe.

The Bangladeshi bowler has returned to the track. Especially Taizul Islam is doing very well. Pakistan lost their first wicket by 146 runs. And Pakistan lost 4 wickets for just 182 runs. Abid Ali and Rizwan are now in the crease. If these two batsmen get out before 200 then Pakistan will not be able to cross 330 runs. Bangladesh's captain is now relying more on Taizul. He has done 31 overs. Where Ebadot did 17 overs and Abu Jayed did only 10 overs.

[jostorres]

Indian is in deep mess. 4 down and lead is only 100 runs.

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Collapse, Jaddu is gone.

Yeah, India is struggling right now after losing 5 wickets for 51 runs (with lead is around 110 runs) and with last recognized batsman Shreyas Iyer. New Zealand's pace attack seems better than host's like regardless of flat pitches their pacers are making the most along with spinners which might be the difference between these two sides.

They are virtually 6 down. W Saha is struggling with his neck and didn't come to wicket keeping yesterday so there must be serious problem with him so i doubt he'll come to bat and there is no replacement for such injury.

Super substitute cannot bat? I am sorry I am not fully aware of latest rules on substitutions. I guess anything with the lead of 200 to 250 will be dependable but we cannot ignore the fact that currently New Zealand is test champion hence I guess they also got better chances on this test match from here.

[onecall123]

Bangladesh team has been struggling and when you are playing with a team like Pakistan which has performed exceptionally well in the world cup and is in high morale then you will struggle a lot. Pakistan will not have any problem in winning this match too. Unless someone from the Bangladesh side performs way beyond their existing performance, which I doubt.

Bangladesh has remained where they were two decades ago, when they received the test status. There is absolutely no improvement, despite the massive population and popularity of cricket in the country (Pakistan also have similar population, but they have performed exceptionally in the last few years). One reason is that Bangladesh is overdependent on a few star players. If you take out these players, they will be at the risk of losing to associate nations. All the money being pumped in by the ICC over the years in to Bangladesh cricket has been wasted.

Bangladesh is going through a circle of loops without zero progress, which makes me sad. There are many fans of Bangladesh cricket, but not many worthy successors to make replacement its star players. However, they do not have a technically sound player, and lots of things need to be improved. A large portion of the country is crazy about cricket; they should take advantage of this craze to develop talented players. It's up to the BAN cricket board how sincerely they maintain the process.

[CryptoBuds]

India lost 5 wickets to collect only 51 runs. After playing well in the first innings, they should have collected at least 250 in this innings. If they lose all their wickets before today's lunch break, then New Zealand has a chance to win this match. India's collection is now 82/5. They are ahead by 131 runs. They have to give at least 300 targets to win. I think so.

[Theones]

Yeah, India is struggling right now after losing 5 wickets for 51 runs (with lead is around 110 runs) and with last recognized batsman Shreyas Iyer. New Zealand's pace attack seems better than host's like regardless of flat pitches their pacers are making the most along with spinners which might be the difference between these two sides.

Yesterday we were talking about draw but now its very much on NZ side. With 5 wickets down and as @JSRAW said Saha may not bat so they are 6 down right now. India need to set target of atleast 250 to challenge NZ but with only Lyer as last recognized batsman it looks very much difficult. such bowling was not expected from NZ pacers on such flat pitch.

[UmerIdrees]

Pakshithan has scored 145 runs and has not lost any wicket yet. Bangladesh bowlers are very weak bowling. If the bowlers of Bangladesh cannot bring down these two wickets this morning, then surely Bangladesh will lose this Test match and will suffer a miserable defeat. Pakistan needs only 185 runs. Since they have not lost any wickets yet. So collecting 185 runs is not a difficult task for them.

Things have changed bit after the partnership is broken and suddenly Pakistan have lost four wickets. There are two things which happen here. Either Pakistani batsmen are bowled out within 25- - 260 runs and then Bangladesh play fast and hope they win the match in the last innings.
On the other hand if Pakistan are able to chase 330 runs, then we may be heading towards the draw. Abid Aliis still playing so more chances that Pakistan will chase the 330.

[kro55]

Yeah, India is struggling right now after losing 5 wickets for 51 runs (with lead is around 110 runs) and with last recognized batsman Shreyas Iyer. New Zealand's pace attack seems better than host's like regardless of flat pitches their pacers are making the most along with spinners which might be the difference between these two sides.

Yesterday we were talking about draw but now its very much on NZ side. With 5 wickets down and as @JSRAW said Saha may not bat so they are 6 down right now. India need to set target of atleast 250 to challenge NZ but with only Lyer as last recognized batsman it looks very much difficult. such bowling was not expected from NZ pacers on such flat pitch.

When two strong teams play against each other, the game can change at any time. India's batting in the first innings looked like they had collected well enough, the second day New Zealand's two openers destroyed the Indian bowlers. At that time it seemed that New Zealand was in complete control of the match. However, after the first two batsmen were out, no other player could play well. As a result, New Zealand lost all their wickets for just 296 runs. Then we guessed that maybe India would easily gave a target more than 300 and win.  But now we are seeing the batting disaster of India again. The match will now be controlled again by the New Zealand bowlers.

[JSRAW]

They are virtually 6 down. W Saha is struggling with his neck and didn't come to wicket keeping yesterday so there must be serious problem with him so i doubt he'll come to bat and there is no replacement for such injury.

Super substitute cannot bat? I am sorry I am not fully aware of latest rules on substitutions. I guess anything with the lead of 200 to 250 will be dependable but we cannot ignore the fact that currently New Zealand is test champion hence I guess they also got better chances on this test match from here.

Only concussion replacement is allowed, other injuries doesn't gets a replacement.

But it seems Saha might come to bat, just saw him padded up in the dressing room. Iyer-Ashwin duo looking extremely good and if by any chance this pair successfully add 70 odds runs from here then NZ might start panicking, lead is already 133 runs. Anything above 220 runs is bonus.   

[pakhitheboss]

Yeah, India is struggling right now after losing 5 wickets for 51 runs (with lead is around 110 runs) and with last recognized batsman Shreyas Iyer. New Zealand's pace attack seems better than host's like regardless of flat pitches their pacers are making the most along with spinners which might be the difference between these two sides.

Yesterday we were talking about draw but now its very much on NZ side. With 5 wickets down and as @JSRAW said Saha may not bat so they are 6 down right now. India need to set target of atleast 250 to challenge NZ but with only Lyer as last recognized batsman it looks very much difficult. such bowling was not expected from NZ pacers on such flat pitch.

When two strong teams play against each other, the game can change at any time. India's batting in the first innings looked like they had collected well enough, the second day New Zealand's two openers destroyed the Indian bowlers. At that time it seemed that New Zealand was in complete control of the match. However, after the first two batsmen were out, no other player could play well. As a result, New Zealand lost all their wickets for just 296 runs. Then we guessed that maybe India would easily gave a target more than 300 and win.  But now we are seeing the batting disaster of India again. The match will now be controlled again by the New Zealand bowlers.

It looks li R Ashwin playing better than Iyer. I am not sure whether it's the wicket that is the reason for India's batting disaster ot its Indian batting that is a concern. Seems like the second one more as in the first innings too few repeated offenders can be found.

[Minor Miner]

Pakshithan has scored 145 runs and has not lost any wicket yet. Bangladesh bowlers are very weak bowling. If the bowlers of Bangladesh cannot bring down these two wickets this morning, then surely Bangladesh will lose this Test match and will suffer a miserable defeat. Pakistan needs only 185 runs. Since they have not lost any wickets yet. So collecting 185 runs is not a difficult task for them.

Things have changed bit after the partnership is broken and suddenly Pakistan have lost four wickets. There are two things which happen here. Either Pakistani batsmen are bowled out within 25- - 260 runs and then Bangladesh play fast and hope they win the match in the last innings.
On the other hand if Pakistan are able to chase 330 runs, then we may be heading towards the draw. Abid Aliis still playing so more chances that Pakistan will chase the 330.

First of all, I do not rely on the performance of Bangladeshi batsmen. Even though Pakistan lost all their wickets before 250, Pakistan still has a chance to win the match. I will not be surprised if Bangladesh lost all their wickets in 100 runs in the second innings. However, Pakistan's collection during the lunch break is 203/4.

[laurenB7742]

Bangladesh v Pakistan and India v New Zealand are the two Test matches at now at the exciting moment. I am confused about which match to enjoy. Bangladesh made only 330 but now Pakistan has lost 7 wickets for 229 runs. My guess is they will lose all the wickets in maximum 10-15 overs.
The performance of Indian batsmen is very weak in the second innings. Now their collection is 119, they have lost 6 wickets. They are just 168 runs ahead of New Zealand. If they fail to give a target of at least 250 runs, they are more likely to be defeated.

[LittleBitFunny]

Bangladesh v Pakistan and India v New Zealand are the two Test matches at now at the exciting moment. I am confused about which match to enjoy. Bangladesh made only 330 but now Pakistan has lost 7 wickets for 229 runs. My guess is they will lose all the wickets in maximum 10-15 overs.

Pakistan managed to score 286 runs. I wouldn't say it's a bad collection. If Pakistan bowls well now, they still have a chance to win. Pakistan will not want to draw the match, they will definitely want to win. They have to bowl well to win. If Bangladesh can score more than 300 runs, it will be difficult for Pakistan to win the match.

[UmerIdrees]

Bangladesh v Pakistan and India v New Zealand are the two Test matches at now at the exciting moment. I am confused about which match to enjoy. Bangladesh made only 330 but now Pakistan has lost 7 wickets for 229 runs. My guess is they will lose all the wickets in maximum 10-15 overs.

Pakistan managed to score 286 runs. I wouldn't say it's a bad collection. If Pakistan bowls well now, they still have a chance to win. Pakistan will not want to draw the match, they will definitely want to win. They have to bowl well to win. If Bangladesh can score more than 300 runs, it will be difficult for Pakistan to win the match.

We have full two days plus the remaining of the last session left in this match. I think its very early to say who will win this one. Bangladesh has an upper hand on the match but it is very important for them to score runs now. If they are bowled out for 160-180 runs, things will become very interesting. Chasing last won't be easy either.

[Mahdirakib]

Bangladesh v Pakistan and India v New Zealand are the two Test matches at now at the exciting moment. I am confused about which match to enjoy. Bangladesh made only 330 but now Pakistan has lost 7 wickets for 229 runs. My guess is they will lose all the wickets in maximum 10-15 overs.

Bangladesh has started their second innings with the lead of 44 runs, but they have lost their first 4 wickets in just 25 runs. At the end of day 3, they have 83 runs lead now. If Mushfiqur and Liton plays like the first innings then Bangladesh will set a big target. In that case this match might end as a draw. Pakistan will win the match if Bangladeshi batting lineup collapse again on the start of day 4.

The performance of Indian batsmen is very weak in the second innings. Now their collection is 119, they have lost 6 wickets. They are just 168 runs ahead of New Zealand. If they fail to give a target of at least 250 runs, they are more likely to be defeated.

Eventually India has given a target of 284 runs to the New Zealand team. The surface of the pitch is helping the bowlers more now. New Zealand has lost their first wickets today and the match will continue on day five. I have a strong feelings that India will win the match. There is a big difference between the betting odds and it is fully in favour of India now.

[eaLiTy]

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We have full two days plus the remaining of the last session left in this match. I think its very early to say who will win this one. Bangladesh has an upper hand on the match but it is very important for them to score runs now. If they are bowled out for 160-180 runs, things will become very interesting. Chasing last won't be easy either.

It is hard to predict who is having the advantage now as Bangladesh is only leading by 83 runs and they already lost 4 wickets and it is not going to be easy to bat in the final two days. Pakistan started well but then the rest of the players failed to take that momentum.

India is in a strong position as New Zealand needs 280 runs to win and they already lost a wicket and India will be using the spinners the entire day tomorrow and it is going to be difficult for the New Zealand batsman to handle them.

[galambo]

Eventually India has given a target of 284 runs to the New Zealand team. The surface of the pitch is helping the bowlers more now. New Zealand has lost their first wickets today and the match will continue on day five. I have a strong feelings that India will win the match. There is a big difference between the betting odds and it is fully in favour of India now.

This match is going in a zig zag manner and everyday we have a new winner but the very next day things get totally changed, lets see what happens tomorrow. You can try your luck by betting on NZ and enjoy a feast for the Christmas ahead. Its lyer debut test match and he is having performance of his life, what a way to start your cricket career.

[GbitG]

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We have full two days plus the remaining of the last session left in this match. I think its very early to say who will win this one. Bangladesh has an upper hand on the match but it is very important for them to score runs now. If they are bowled out for 160-180 runs, things will become very interesting. Chasing last won't be easy either.

It is hard to predict who is having the advantage now as Bangladesh is only leading by 83 runs and they already lost 4 wickets and it is not going to be easy to bat in the final two days. Pakistan started well but then the rest of the players failed to take that momentum.

India is in a strong position as New Zealand needs 280 runs to win and they already lost a wicket and India will be using the spinners the entire day tomorrow and it is going to be difficult for the New Zealand batsman to handle them.

Currently, the best thing both test matches wide open for any team specially now New Zealand is having some good time they have 90 overs 280 runs with 9 wickets in hand even it's not easy for any team to bat against Indian spinners on fifth day in India but still good competition between both quality teams.
Bangladesh vs Pakistan It's also still wide open tomorrow first session is very important if Pakistani bowlers take some early wickets then surely they will have some better chance because any target less than 150 is good for them but still Bangladesh batting can give them surprise.