Test Cricket Prediction and Discussion Thread [self - mod]

[Haunebu]

Great to see West Indies restrict a team like England to 204 in a test match. To be fair, the English side is filled with newbies that I have never heard of. Guess they under-estimated the West Indian side here.

If West Indies can somehow amass a 100+ run lead, they have a good chance of winning this one. Hope and Chase are the players to look out for in my opinion.

[JohnBitCo]

Great to see West Indies restrict a team like England to 204 in a test match. To be fair, the English side is filled with newbies that I have never heard of. Guess they under-estimated the West Indian side here.

If West Indies can somehow amass a 100+ run lead, they have a good chance of winning this one. Hope and Chase are the players to look out for in my opinion.

Do not under estimate the England team and also do not forget that England will bowl last on this pitch. So even if west indies have around 180 runs target in the last innings, it will be difficult for the west indies to survive against the English bowlers.

[akhjob]

So far so good for the Windies. Wrapped out England for 204 in 2 sessions and managing 57/1 without losing many wickets. Holder takes a six-er and living up to this reputation as the best all-rounder in Tests. As far as I see, we are getting a result out of this match even if we have weather interrupts This is going to be a thriller to watch not a bad match to watch after the long break 

[Swordsoffreedom]

Great to see West Indies restrict a team like England to 204 in a test match. To be fair, the English side is filled with newbies that I have never heard of. Guess they under-estimated the West Indian side here.

If West Indies can somehow amass a 100+ run lead, they have a good chance of winning this one. Hope and Chase are the players to look out for in my opinion.

You know that West Indies is good on "T-20" and “one-day" match. But now we see that West Indies is good on "Test-match" too. I'm just excited for this match. I hope West Indies win the match or this match will be drawn. Because England is too much good on test cricket. my thought says they won't lose test match against West Indies.

[glowing10]

West Indies should capitalise the start they have got it . They are in good position and tomorrow will be an important day in the test match beacuse if WI does not take a good lead and England bounces back and bats well then it would be an interesting match and if WI can take good lead then England will automatically will be under pressure as then they will play to save the match .

[7788bitcoin]

It is a big surprise that England struggled to reach 200 runs, West Indies bowled really well and the England batsman was struggling to find rhythm after a few months gap from cricket and West Indies started well without loosing much wicket, looks like the pitch has settled down and if West Indies can score a good lead then they can win the match from this situation and the morning session will determine the match.

[Indymoney]

West Indies should capitalise the start they have got it . They are in good position and tomorrow will be an important day in the test match beacuse if WI does not take a good lead and England bounces back and bats well then it would be an interesting match and if WI can take good lead then England will automatically will be under pressure as then they will play to save the match .

No one can predict about West Indies as they are one of most unpredictable team in cricket today was belong to them but if England bowlers done some good bowling then surely they can fight back as West Indies have to go for last fourth inning and its never been easy for any team weather is also troubling but one thing is sure now we are watching some good and interesting match for next few days.

[vella85]

West Indies should capitalise the start they have got it . They are in good position and tomorrow will be an important day in the test match beacuse if WI does not take a good lead and England bounces back and bats well then it would be an interesting match and if WI can take good lead then England will automatically will be under pressure as then they will play to save the match .

No one can predict about West Indies as they are one of most unpredictable team in cricket today was belong to them but if England bowlers done some good bowling then surely they can fight back as West Indies have to go for last fourth inning and its never been easy for any team weather is also troubling but one thing is sure now we are watching some good and interesting match for next few days.

Its no surprise for me as I said I liked the WI a week before the match started as we need to remember that both teams haven't played cricket for months and that even though the match is played in England I still think it will be even due to not knowing which team will be in form. The WI have done a great job so far and I am hoping they continue on with it and get the win as I have a bet on them to win the first test match. Also last time these teams played the WI played very well so they have shown that they can match it with England.

[FIFA worldcup]

West Indies should capitalise the start they have got it . They are in good position and tomorrow will be an important day in the test match beacuse if WI does not take a good lead and England bounces back and bats well then it would be an interesting match and if WI can take good lead then England will automatically will be under pressure as then they will play to save the match .

No one can predict about West Indies as they are one of most unpredictable team in cricket today was belong to them but if England bowlers done some good bowling then surely they can fight back as West Indies have to go for last fourth inning and its never been easy for any team weather is also troubling but one thing is sure now we are watching some good and interesting match for next few days.

Its no surprise for me as I said I liked the WI a week before the match started as we need to remember that both teams haven't played cricket for months and that even though the match is played in England I still think it will be even due to not knowing which team will be in form. The WI have done a great job so far and I am hoping they continue on with it and get the win as I have a bet on them to win the first test match. Also last time these teams played the WI played very well so they have shown that they can match it with England.

This is just a surprise performance from west indies players and they shown a great commitment to the match. This is not easy to leave your country in the pandemic and then give such a brilliant start in the first test match which is played after so many months. Not only their bowlers performed well but also their started batting good in the first innings. Kraigg Brathwaite and Shai Hope should take the team to 100+ runs to make the position of WI more strong in this match.

[pakhitheboss]

West Indies should capitalise the start they have got it . They are in good position and tomorrow will be an important day in the test match beacuse if WI does not take a good lead and England bounces back and bats well then it would be an interesting match and if WI can take good lead then England will automatically will be under pressure as then they will play to save the match .

No one can predict about West Indies as they are one of most unpredictable team in cricket today was belong to them but if England bowlers done some good bowling then surely they can fight back as West Indies have to go for last fourth inning and its never been easy for any team weather is also troubling but one thing is sure now we are watching some good and interesting match for next few days.

Its no surprise for me as I said I liked the WI a week before the match started as we need to remember that both teams haven't played cricket for months and that even though the match is played in England I still think it will be even due to not knowing which team will be in form. The WI have done a great job so far and I am hoping they continue on with it and get the win as I have a bet on them to win the first test match. Also last time these teams played the WI played very well so they have shown that they can match it with England.

This is just a surprise performance from west indies players and they shown a great commitment to the match. This is not easy to leave your country in the pandemic and then give such a brilliant start in the first test match which is played after so many months. Not only their bowlers performed well but also their started batting good in the first innings. Kraigg Brathwaite and Shai Hope should take the team to 100+ runs to make the position of WI more strong in this match.

WI only trail by 142 runs if they do not lose any more wickets then I am sure they will win this test. Great commitment by the WI ballers to restrict ENG for only 204.

[Haunebu]

West Indies are playing well at the moment. At this rate, a 100+ lead seems completely feasible as long as they don't lose wickets quickly. Anderson is the biggest issue thanks to his reverse swing followed by Wood in my opinion.

Hope needs to stay and settle so that the middle order batsmen don't feel a lot of pressure when they come out to bat later on.

[teosanru]

West Indies should capitalise the start they have got it . They are in good position and tomorrow will be an important day in the test match beacuse if WI does not take a good lead and England bounces back and bats well then it would be an interesting match and if WI can take good lead then England will automatically will be under pressure as then they will play to save the match .

No one can predict about West Indies as they are one of most unpredictable team in cricket today was belong to them but if England bowlers done some good bowling then surely they can fight back as West Indies have to go for last fourth inning and its never been easy for any team weather is also troubling but one thing is sure now we are watching some good and interesting match for next few days.

Its no surprise for me as I said I liked the WI a week before the match started as we need to remember that both teams haven't played cricket for months and that even though the match is played in England I still think it will be even due to not knowing which team will be in form. The WI have done a great job so far and I am hoping they continue on with it and get the win as I have a bet on them to win the first test match. Also last time these teams played the WI played very well so they have shown that they can match it with England.

This is just a surprise performance from west indies players and they shown a great commitment to the match. This is not easy to leave your country in the pandemic and then give such a brilliant start in the first test match which is played after so many months. Not only their bowlers performed well but also their started batting good in the first innings. Kraigg Brathwaite and Shai Hope should take the team to 100+ runs to make the position of WI more strong in this match.

Yes, I am too pretty much surprised with their batting performance so far. No useless shots, they are playing this match pretty much like a test match. Especially Brathwaite he is showing proper experience and is doing his role so nicely. I am really happy to see West Indies coming back in Test Cricket. England is not an easy team to play against and that also at their home. Bowling line-up is Jimmy, Jeofar, wood, stokes. This is really the best bowling line up in the world. I really thought that this series would be too one-sided.

Great to see West Indies restrict a team like England to 204 in a test match. To be fair, the English side is filled with newbies that I have never heard of. Guess they under-estimated the West Indian side here.

If West Indies can somehow amass a 100+ run lead, they have a good chance of winning this one. Hope and Chase are the players to look out for in my opinion.

Actually the batting line-up is pretty noob. I think England has decided to win this series merely on the basis of their bowlers. But so far even the bowlers don't look so good.

[Vishnu.Reang]

Mark Wood looks clueless out there. He was selected ahead of Stuart Broad, and so far he hasn't justified his inclusion. The match is rapidly slipping out of England's hand. West Indies is trailing by 45 runs, and they still have 7 wickets in hand. I guess the England players got a bit rusty, due to the lack of match practice. The West Indies team made the right decision to come to England early, and to have daily training and practice.

[JSRAW]

^^ Jofra not doing good as well. As soon as Windies cross 250 runs on scoreboard with 5-6 wickets in hand then English camp might miss Broad badly.

Anderson-Broad combination is lethal in the English conditions.

[AB de Royse777]

Just tuned my Tele and I have to admit that after long time I am going to watch live cricket. I have watched the highlight yesterday. Poor England. I think they always do this. Now they will have to pay the price of the batting disaster. Brooks is looking good and already 167 by loosing only 3 wickets is not good for England.

[JSRAW]

Batting collapse coming??   

[AB de Royse777]

Batting collapse coming??   

If Stokes was in the right position then we would see another wicket LOL
Not sure bud but let's see how they handle next one hour. Few more wickets will bring England back for sure.

[JSRAW]

If Stokes was in the right position then we would see another wicket LOL

Well English team has Ben Stokes :-P
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If individual player is the criteria then they have Jason holder.

You again singing Stokes anthem? this is for you then . hahhaha



Edit : Okay new ball is coming any moment now. England need to bank on this opportunity otherwise they are in deep mess and easy 100+ lead for Windies.

Update: New ball doing its magic, let's see if Anderson can save his team or not. Poor show from Jofra Archer so far.

Noticed one thing, they are using sweat on ball. I thought it was banned too???

[Indymoney]

If Stokes was in the right position then we would see another wicket LOL

Well English team has Ben Stokes :-P
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If individual player is the criteria then they have Jason holder.

You again singing Stokes anthem? this is for you then . hahhaha



Edit : Okay new ball is coming any moment now. England need to bank on this opportunity otherwise they are in deep mess and easy 100+ lead for Windies.

Update: New ball doing its magic, let's see if Anderson can save his team or not. Poor show from Jofra Archer so far.

Noticed one thing, they are using sweat on ball. I thought it was banned too???

Chase and Dowrich on crease with 70 runs partnership and 52 runs lead with holder still to come mean West Indies is on driving seat and they can trun thing around them just 70 to 80 more runs and surely its all in West Indies hands as they done very good job in first inning and big pressure on home team England which is already without Root and Buttler.

[Haunebu]

Am very happy for West Indies at the moment. A 100+ lead seems easy at this point unless Chase gets out which I hope doesn't happen. England are starting to sweat(Lol) now.

Noticed one thing, they are using sweat on ball. I thought it was banned too???

Saliva is banned. I don't think back sweat is an issue. Check this out.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.scroll.in/field/967100/coronavirus-england-bowlers-use-back-sweat-to-shine-the-ball-after-saliva-ban-in-crickets-return