Test Cricket Prediction and Discussion Thread [self - mod]

[Iranus]

What the heck is wrong with Ollie Robinson? He successfully made his comeback by taking 5 wickets in this match, but still managed to make himself look like an idiot by rubbing shoulders with KL Rahul.

He should have learned his lesson after his recent fiasco and should have acted more professionally in my opinion. Disappointing stuff.

This can be considered as an unexpected occurrence. This can happen on the playground. Many Indian players do that. Especially Virat Kohli is famous for gesturing like a monkey. New Zealand's media compared Kohli to a monkey. Besides, I remember Dhoni pushed Mustafiz once later. These are the unexpected cases. There is nothing to worry about.

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After Jadeja's dismissal, India managed to score 46 runs. I thought they would collect 20/25 runs if too much. India is leading by 95 runs. That’s a lot for that kind of pitch. England players have to play very carefully today. Maybe 30-32 overs will be played today. The match will be drawn if England does not lose any wickets today, otherwise, I think England is more likely to lose.

Rain is playing the spoilers and it is highly unlikely we will see the match continue today and England did not loose any wickets, India lost the advantage as i thought they will be scoring a huge first innings lead and if not for the innings by KL Rahul the situation would have been pathetic.

I still think we will see a result in the match and it all depends how England can bat.

[Haunebu]

Rain is playing the spoilers and it is highly unlikely we will see the match continue today and England did not loose any wickets, India lost the advantage as i thought they will be scoring a huge first innings lead and if not for the innings by KL Rahul the situation would have been pathetic.

I still think we will see a result in the match and it all depends how England can bat.

I don't think India lost the advantage since the lead is more than enough thanks to the in-form Indian bowling lineup. Bumrah is back in form with the bat and ball which is one of the primary reasons why I feel that India are in a better position currently.

The match will probably end as a draw if there is frequent rain interference though. Let's see what happens.

[Sithara007]

After Jadeja's dismissal, India managed to score 46 runs. I thought they would collect 20/25 runs if too much. India is leading by 95 runs. That’s a lot for that kind of pitch. England players have to play very carefully today. Maybe 30-32 overs will be played today. The match will be drawn if England does not lose any wickets today, otherwise, I think England is more likely to lose.

Depends on how much play is possible for the remaining two days. If it's 30 overs each (total of 60 overs), then I don't think that there is any chance of getting a result from this match. England is trailing by 70 runs, and that means that India needs to bat again unless by some miracle they are able to take 10 wickets for less than 70 runs. Anyway, congratulations to Jasprit Bumrah. This is the first time that he contributed with the bat in such a crucial occasion. And the lack of batting skill was one of the main accusations made against him recently.

[ene1980]

Anyway, congratulations to Jasprit Bumrah. This is the first time that he contributed with the bat in such a crucial occasion. And the lack of batting skill was one of the main accusations made against him recently.

You cannot expect Jasprit Bumrah to be a batsman and he went after the bowlers and scored some runs and it was crucial for India but you cannot expect him to throw the bat every time he goes out to bat and score runs, he is a typical tail end player who throws his bat around and in today's cricket everyone knows to hang around and score a few runs unlike players in the past.

Couple of days left for the match and if the weather is clear we will see a result if not it will end up in a draw and it all depends how England is batting in the first session, if they loose wickets then it will be a matter of time India wraps up the match.

[JSRAW]

I missed the first 3 days live action as i was traveling but was keeping tab on cricbuzz commentary.

Overall very happy and if we keep Indian middle order (Pujara-Kohli-Rahane) out from the discussion then Indians played excellent cricket so far. Everyone chipped in bowling department, even Takhur saab did okay, he did gave few runs during his last spell but before that he was very economical and bagged a prize wicket of Joe Root, would have been great if he managed to score few runs but its okay, may be next time.

I was skeptical about KL Rahul because of his last painful SENA tour but in last couple of weeks he's looking solid, he scored ton in warm up game and now this inning. Although he was lucky but still pitch was doing all sort of trick and it commendable that he stood his ground for long and manage to build small important partnerships with other batters and its very important in English conditions. So many positives for India so far. Sir Jadeja was no surprise and our boy Bumrah is back in form with the ball, his yorkers against the tailenders were amazing to witness. It was pleasing experience that Indian bowlers wrapped up tailenders cheaply and also added very valuable runs. I hope Indian tail make this their habit or atleast they should try to put price on their wickets. 

English fielding was below par tbh, they gave so many chances to Indians. Pitch is looking okay to bat on tho, from Indian perspective i hope they bat under overcast condition. 

[Swordsoffreedom]

After Jadeja's dismissal, India managed to score 46 runs. I thought they would collect 20/25 runs if too much. India is leading by 95 runs. That’s a lot for that kind of pitch. England players have to play very carefully today. Maybe 30-32 overs will be played today. The match will be drawn if England does not lose any wickets today, otherwise, I think England is more likely to lose.

Rain is playing the spoilers and it is highly unlikely we will see the match continue today and England did not loose any wickets, India lost the advantage as i thought they will be scoring a huge first innings lead and if not for the innings by KL Rahul the situation would have been pathetic.

I still think we will see a result in the match and it all depends how England can bat.

Rain could save England from defeat. Otherwise, it will be very difficult for the England team to draw in this match. The Indian bowlers are in form today.

The bowlers are sledging to weaken the opposing batsmen mentally. I see the case of Robbinson and Kl Rahul that way. But Kl Rahul has played great yesterday. He was at the crease for a long time. While Pujara, Kohli, and Rahane could not co-operate with the team, Rahul was able to perform his respnsibility properly.

[nhaila]

After Jadeja's dismissal, India managed to score 46 runs. I thought they would collect 20/25 runs if too much. India is leading by 95 runs. That’s a lot for that kind of pitch. England players have to play very carefully today. Maybe 30-32 overs will be played today. The match will be drawn if England does not lose any wickets today, otherwise, I think England is more likely to lose.

Rain is playing the spoilers and it is highly unlikely we will see the match continue today and England did not loose any wickets, India lost the advantage as i thought they will be scoring a huge first innings lead and if not for the innings by KL Rahul the situation would have been pathetic.

I still think we will see a result in the match and it all depends how England can bat.

Rain could save England from defeat. Otherwise, it will be very difficult for the England team to draw in this match. The Indian bowlers are in form today.

The bowlers are sledging to weaken the opposing batsmen mentally. I see the case of Robbinson and Kl Rahul that way. But Kl Rahul has played great yesterday. He was at the crease for a long time. While Pujara, Kohli, and Rahane could not co-operate with the team, Rahul was able to perform his respnsibility properly.

I think rain could missed the results but it would be clear that any results could come out in this test match. England 183 and 25/0 . But now India leading 70 runs.....

[eaLiTy]

Finally India was able to make a couple of break through and England trailing by 27 runs and if the weather is clear we will be seeing an interesting match up in the final two sessions of the match tomorrow and hopefully the rain will not mess up the match. I still give advantage to India and if the target is anything below 200 - 220 runs for India then things will get really interesting.

[JSRAW]

Finally India was able to make a couple of break through and England trailing by 27 runs and if the weather is clear we will be seeing an interesting match up in the final two sessions of the match tomorrow and hopefully the rain will not mess up the match. I still give advantage to India and if the target is anything below 200 - 220 runs for India then things will get really interesting.

Despite losing 2 wickets runs coming very easy for English batters. Checked some pitch stats and its quite clear that ball is not doing much movement and batting is comfortable as compare to first 3 days. Root was looking shaky at start and bowlers did ask him many question but now he's looking all set for another 50 + score. India need his wicket desperately, if he gets out then some batting collapse is very much possible.

200-220 target chase in 4th inning is dangerous here, even 180 target looks tricky to me but for this England need to put 280-300 runs on the scoreboard first.

[ene1980]

^^^ Joe Root is playing a great knock and if the Indian bowlers are not able to pick his wicket now then he might turn the match upside down as he is scoring freely in this pitch was looked like a nightmare for the first three days and till now there was no interruption due to weather and it is a really good sign and if England continue like this and set a target of 250 plus i think India will struggle.

[pakhitheboss]

^^^ Joe Root is playing a great knock and if the Indian bowlers are not able to pick his wicket now then he might turn the match upside down as he is scoring freely in this pitch was looked like a nightmare for the first three days and till now there was no interruption due to weather and it is a really good sign and if England continue like this and set a target of 250 plus i think India will struggle.

Joe Root is playing an incredible knock, he has already scored 71 and might reach 100 if he continues like this. The match is going for a certain draw in my opinion. Only three wickets down and England lead by 40 runs. If the rain had not played a spoilsport then this match would have been very interesting.  

[kro55]

England scored 211 runs. England lost 4 wickets. Joe Root is unbeaten on 90 runs. And England lead by 116 runs. So far the England team is playing well enough. This match will be a draw if they can play the whole day today. I thought India would be able to stop the England team before 250. But now looking at England's batting, it seems that the match is more likely to be a draw. And England will be able to collect around 300.

[RealMalatesta]

England scored 211 runs. England lost 4 wickets. Joe Root is unbeaten on 90 runs. And England lead by 116 runs. So far the England team is playing well enough. This match will be a draw if they can play the whole day today. I thought India would be able to stop the England team before 250. But now looking at England's batting, it seems that the match is more likely to be a draw. And England will be able to collect around 300.

England started their second innings too stronger but I doubt for a result out of this match from this point of game.

India batting line up seemed too good hence even England may take a lead up to 300 may not be sufficient to push for a result as there would be only day of play is remaining. So, most probably we could expect a dram from this match unless otherwise Anderson, Board and the new pacer show some magic while India batting.

I have put my bet for England winning but when rain started playing as a third team, I had made up my mind for a draw. Until October, no matches in England is safer for betting with.

[kro55]

England scored 211 runs. England lost 4 wickets. Joe Root is unbeaten on 90 runs. And England lead by 116 runs. So far the England team is playing well enough. This match will be a draw if they can play the whole day today. I thought India would be able to stop the England team before 250. But now looking at England's batting, it seems that the match is more likely to be a draw. And England will be able to collect around 300.

England started their second innings too stronger but I doubt for a result out of this match from this point of game.

India batting line up seemed too good hence even England may take a lead up to 300 may not be sufficient to push for a result as there would be only day of play is remaining. So, most probably we could expect a dram from this match unless otherwise Anderson, Board and the new pacer show some magic while India batting.

I have put my bet for England winning but when rain started playing as a third team, I had made up my mind for a draw. Until October, no matches in England is safer for betting with.

Score 231 by losing 5. Joe Root is still in the crease. As long as Joe Root is at the crease I think the England team will play well. If Joe Root is out, it doesn't look like the batsmen will be able to stay at the crease for long.

If England can take a lead of more than 200 runs, the result is likely to be a draw. I don't think India will win by collecting more than 200 runs on the fifth day. England's bowling lineup is strong enough.

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England started their second innings too stronger but I doubt for a result out of this match from this point of game.

England already lost 5 wickets and Joe Root is their only hope and they lead by 140 runs and if India could pick up the wickets in quick succession then we will see a result, how long England can bat depends upon how the match goes.

India batting line up seemed too good hence even England may take a lead up to 300 may not be sufficient to push for a result as there would be only day of play is remaining. So, most probably we could expect a dram from this match unless otherwise Anderson, Board and the new pacer show some magic while India batting.

The opening batsman are playing well and their tail end players always perform, the rest of the players perform once in a while and it was the situation in the past few tours.

I have put my bet for England winning but when rain started playing as a third team, I had made up my mind for a draw. Until October, no matches in England is safer for betting with.

You cannot under estimate how difficult it would be to play in the final day, India surprised everyone with 36 All out in the first match of the Australian tour, so anything is possible   .

[JSRAW]

Joe Fu**ing Root single handedly saved the England. What a player and what a century!! Deserve place in all time great if he manage to improve his conversion rate, which is still bad in comparison of other Big 3 batters (Kohli+Kane+Smith). Match is slipping away from India's reach very quickly, already 200 runs on the scoreboard and Sam Curran is in T-20 mode.

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Wow Curran is gone but he damaged enough now hope that India wrap up their tail quickly one more time. May 10-15 more runs?

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Bloody Boom Boom Bumrah, 5fer for him and 1 more wicket to go.

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Its done, Eng : 303 all out
209 runs target, India did good at the end but damn English batters really batted well today.

 

[ene1980]

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Wow Curran is gone but he damaged enough now hope that India wrap up their tail quickly one more time. May 10-15 more runs?

And England set a target of 208 runs for India and if England could score 300 runs in the second innings i think it is score they can reach tomorrow unless they mess up completely and they have a habit of loosing the first match of a series like others mentioned and it is a match for India to win if everything goes well and the final day is not interrupted by rain.

22 overs remaining in the day and England need to pick wickets to make things interesting.

[JSRAW]

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Wow Curran is gone but he damaged enough now hope that India wrap up their tail quickly one more time. May 10-15 more runs?

And England set a target of 208 runs for India and if England could score 300 runs in the second innings i think it is score they can reach tomorrow unless they mess up completely and they have a habit of loosing the first match of a series like others mentioned and it is a match for India to win if everything goes well and the final day is not interrupted by rain.

22 overs remaining in the day and England need to pick wickets to make things interesting.

Its true that they do have a habit of throwing away every 1st game but it also true that they have good chance here. Almost 18-20 overs left in today's game, if our openers clicks and survives today then India is winning 90% , 10% chance of loss if they manage to repeat 36 all out kind of collapse. Hopefully no draw due to rain interruptions. Win or lose doesn't matter much as long as they are playing good cricket and its a long series (cliche  ). So far both teams showed good character which matter most in the test cricket, at least its not a one-sided game. 

[Mahdirakib]

And England set a target of 208 runs for India and if England could score 300 runs in the second innings i think it is score they can reach tomorrow unless they mess up completely and they have a habit of loosing the first match of a series like others mentioned and it is a match for India to win if everything goes well and the final day is not interrupted by rain.
22 overs remaining in the day and England need to pick wickets to make things interesting.

Odds is in favor of India now. They will win the match if the batsman don't make any mistakes. I think Indian batsman will score above 60 runs before the end of today's game. Weather report says that there is a chance of happening rain on day 5. But it won't create much impact if it happens for a short time, like a single session. Target isn't big and two session of tomorrow will be enough to chase it. India scored 34 runs till now and lost 1 wicket.