Test Cricket Prediction and Discussion Thread [self - mod]

[Juggy777]

SA vs IND

Can't able to make any sense of what's happening here. Pujara and Rahane are batting like Sehwag and morning session run rate is touching almost 6 (overall 4.5).

Is pitch getting slow or Proteas bowling too bad? Not taking anything from the both batters who went into their business beautifully and played some majestic shots so far.  

Runs coming way too easy atm, lead is 103.


Okay they are batting really good, good sign for India in context of game.


Colllllllaaaaaapppppsssee !!!


India was in very strong command but due to short burst from Rabada Proteas are back into the contest.

Lead is only 161 runs and 4 more wickets in the back. 50 more runs here and we're up for nice arm wrestle.

@JSRAW these two knew if they scored less than 50 or less than 100 runs in this innings, then their test career would have ended for sure so it seems they have saved their careers for now. Lastly not sure why did team India suddenly collapse, but I can see two good player’s batting out there for team India, and if they can somehow take lead of 350 runs then it’ll put lots of pressure on SA.

[galambo]

@JSRAW these two knew if they scored less than 50 or less than 100 runs in this innings, then their test career would have ended for sure so it seems they have saved their careers for now. Lastly not sure why did team India suddenly collapse, but I can see two good player’s batting out there for team India, and if they can somehow take lead of 350 runs then it’ll put lots of pressure on SA.

India right now is leading by 183 runs and still 4 wickets in hands. The way SA is playing I am sure they wont be able to chase anything around 200 so India right now has very much saved the game. If they manage to score 250 runs then it will be a safe bet to go for India win. We still have 60 overs to go today.

[JSRAW]

~snip~

India was in very strong command but due to short burst from Rabada Proteas are back into the contest.

Lead is only 161 runs and 4 more wickets in the back. 50 more runs here and we're up for nice arm wrestle.

@JSRAW these two knew if they scored less than 50 or less than 100 runs in this innings, then their test career would have ended for sure so it seems they have saved their careers for now. Lastly not sure why did team India suddenly collapse, but I can see two good player’s batting out there for team India, and if they can somehow take lead of 350 runs then it’ll put lots of pressure on SA.

Arey bhai 350?

they are standing at 225 runs and tail is long. They don't need to score 350 on this pitch anyway, 250 target on this pitch won't be easy to chase.

Lord Thakur did his thingy again, Vihari playing anchor role but he should start to play some shots too.

Lead is 198 runs now, tail need to wag for India.

[galambo]

Arey bhai 350?

they are standing at 225 runs and tail is long. They don't need to score 350 on this pitch anyway, 250 target on this pitch won't be easy to chase.

Lord Thakur did his thingy again, Vihari playing anchor role but he should start to play some shots too.

Lead is 198 runs now, tail need to wag for India.

250 is good enough for Indian bowlers to defend on this pitch. Hanuma Vihari and Shami are on crease right now. Shardul Thakur is gone but played his part nicely by scoring 28 runs of 24 balls. India right now in a good position to win the game. All they need is to score somewhere around 250 that will give there bowlers confidence.

[kro55]

Congratulation team Bangladesh......
To everyone's surprise, Bangladesh won the Test against New Zealand at the New Zealand ground. It was a completely unexpected result.
We have seen Bangladesh's weak Test team in the past. But this match was completely different. Their batting was very nice. Every player on the team has helped raise the team's scoreboard. At the same time, New Zealand lost all their wickets for just 169 runs in the second innings. I thought yesterday the match would be a draw. But Bangladesh played very well and won the match by 8 wickets.

In test matches, there are five days and fifteen sessions, so it's a matter of dominating those five days and 15 sessions, and they have done just that on Kiwi soil. While NZ struggled for all 5 days, BAN blocked their comeback. BAN proved the better side in the first test. A thoroughly deserved victory. Bangladesh's chances of drawing this test, let alone winning it, were astronomical.

Those who have watched Pakistan vs Bangladesh Test series will never imagine that Bangladesh will win this match. But to everyone's surprise, Bangladesh has dominated the whole 5 days and won. My guess is that the New Zealand players thought the Bangladesh team was weak, they might have thought they would win the match without any competition. This was their first mistake. Moreover, Bangladesh's top order has played well. For a long time we did not see any good partnership from the top order of Bangladesh.

[Minor Miner]

India collected 202 in the first innings and 260 in the second innings. Not too bad collection. However, they are not in the safe zone. Provided a target of 240 runs. If they could give a target of 300, they would be safe. Because the pitch is cooperating with the bowlers.
South Africa have already scored 60 runs. They lost the first wicket for 47 runs. Elgar and Peterson are playing now, they need only 180 runs. Not a big task. But the match will be competitive.

[Swordsoffreedom]

Congratulation team Bangladesh......
To everyone's surprise, Bangladesh won the Test against New Zealand at the New Zealand ground. It was a completely unexpected result.
We have seen Bangladesh's weak Test team in the past. But this match was completely different. Their batting was very nice. Every player on the team has helped raise the team's scoreboard. At the same time, New Zealand lost all their wickets for just 169 runs in the second innings. I thought yesterday the match would be a draw. But Bangladesh played very well and won the match by 8 wickets.

In test matches, there are five days and fifteen sessions, so it's a matter of dominating those five days and 15 sessions, and they have done just that on Kiwi soil. While NZ struggled for all 5 days, BAN blocked their comeback. BAN proved the better side in the first test. A thoroughly deserved victory. Bangladesh's chances of drawing this test, let alone winning it, were astronomical.

Those who have watched Pakistan vs Bangladesh Test series will never imagine that Bangladesh will win this match. But to everyone's surprise, Bangladesh has dominated the whole 5 days and won. My guess is that the New Zealand players thought the Bangladesh team was weak, they might have thought they would win the match without any competition. This was their first mistake. Moreover, Bangladesh's top order has played well. For a long time we did not see any good partnership from the top order of Bangladesh.

Even if I speak about myself, I hardly thought that BD will be able to score more than 100 runs in an innings but the players have shown resilience and determination.

Maybe the Kiwi players underestimated the BD players and thought that they will be an easy opponent but credit where credit's due, the BD players played flawlessly. Even when they needed about 40 runs in the last innings, they didn't rush to get the win, they were very calm and composed and got those runs in 16 or so overs. Well played from BD.

[BALIK]

South Africa have already scored 60 runs. They lost the first wicket for 47 runs. Elgar and Peterson are playing now, they need only 180 runs. Not a big task. But the match will be competitive.

South Africa now collects 115/2. Dean Elgar is still at the crease for 45 runs. Marakram (31) and Petersen (26) returned to the dressing room. The Indian bowlers bowled well but New Zealand played very carefully. The target is not too much, and they need only 125 runs. Today, New Zealand may bat another 9 overs. They have to play carefully and they can't lose wickets today. If Elgar is out today, the next day two completely new batsmen, will not be able to stay at the crease for long. Indian bowlers are very experienced.

[Minor Miner]

South Africa have already scored 60 runs. They lost the first wicket for 47 runs. Elgar and Peterson are playing now, they need only 180 runs. Not a big task. But the match will be competitive.

South Africa now collects 115/2. Dean Elgar is still at the crease for 45 runs. Marakram (31) and Petersen (26) returned to the dressing room. The Indian bowlers bowled well but New Zealand played very carefully. The target is not too much, and they need only 125 runs. Today, New Zealand may bat another 9 overs. They have to play carefully and they can't lose wickets today. If Elgar is out today, the next day two completely new batsmen, will not be able to stay at the crease for long. Indian bowlers are very experienced.

After day 3, South Africa are able to collect 118 and lose only 2. But I think till now both teams have a chance to win.
Since South Africa still needs 122 runs to win. It is not less. The match could go under Indian control in the first session tomorrow. Tomorrow, if the Indian bowlers are able to pick up 2 wickets quickly, then the match will be under the control of India. Because the lower order players in South Africa are not experienced. The Indian bowlers will not have much trouble getting them out.

[galambo]

After day 3, South Africa are able to collect 118 and lose only 2. But I think till now both teams have a chance to win.
Since South Africa still needs 122 runs to win. It is not less. The match could go under Indian control in the first session tomorrow. Tomorrow, if the Indian bowlers are able to pick up 2 wickets quickly, then the match will be under the control of India. Because the lower order players in South Africa are not experienced. The Indian bowlers will not have much trouble getting them out.

Honestly I was not expecting such performance from SA in second innings. They are very much in the game and first session of tomorrow's play will decide who is going to win this game. India need wickets in quick succession while SA need there batsman to stay on pitch.

[Haunebu]

Bangladesh surprised the entire world thanks to some amazing performances. Some of the youngsters in their team have a ton of potential. NZ messed up big-time and they clearly missed Williamson a lot.

Also, South Africa are in a strong position to win the 2nd test unless they collapse. Bowlers like Bumrah etc need to improve their game since they haven't been performing well recently.

[jaberwock]

Bangladesh surprised the entire world thanks to some amazing performances. Some of the youngsters in their team have a ton of potential. NZ messed up big-time and they clearly missed Williamson a lot.

Also, South Africa are in a strong position to win the 2nd test unless they collapse. Bowlers like Bumrah etc need to improve their game since they haven't been performing well recently.

No doubt all cricket world is shocked with this win as it's just second time in last 3 years any Asian team able to win a test in New Zealand, and now they have few priceless WTC points as well with this win secondly now they can't lose this series with this win they have only 2 options win or draw with this they will play some better in second test match.

In South Africa match is still well-balanced with Elger and Van der Dussen is on crease with 25 runs partnership and now still need 122 more to win just one more wicket before going into double-digit can bring back India into match because this one wicket can bring some good number of more for them in quick way now we have to wait for more 12 hours for all updates.

[pakhitheboss]

Bangladesh surprised the entire world thanks to some amazing performances. Some of the youngsters in their team have a ton of potential. NZ messed up big-time and they clearly missed Williamson a lot.

Also, South Africa are in a strong position to win the 2nd test unless they collapse. Bowlers like Bumrah etc need to improve their game since they haven't been performing well recently.

In South Africa match is still well-balanced with Elger and Van der Dussen is on crease with 25 runs partnership and now still need 122 more to win just one more wicket before going into double-digit can bring back India into match because this one wicket can bring some good number of more for them in quick way now we have to wait for more 12 hours for all updates.

South Africa will easily win this match, they only need 122 runs and they have lost only 2 wickets. Elgar is still on the pitch and he himself can get those runs for his team. If India is able to bowl out him then they will try to draw this match. I believe that would be an impossible task for the Indian bowlers.

[eaLiTy]

South Africa will easily win this match, they only need 122 runs and they have lost only 2 wickets. Elgar is still on the pitch and he himself can get those runs for his team. If India is able to bowl out him then they will try to draw this match. I believe that would be an impossible task for the Indian bowlers.

South Africa needs just 122 run to win the match. The Indian pacers were not able to pick early wickets to put them in trouble and the Indian batting was disappointing in this match, yet i think the bowlers will fight hard in the morning session even though i do not give India a chance to win the match from this situation, i am expecting some fiery spells from Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah.

[Sithara007]

South Africa needs just 122 run to win the match. The Indian pacers were not able to pick early wickets to put them in trouble and the Indian batting was disappointing in this match, yet i think the bowlers will fight hard in the morning session even though i do not give India a chance to win the match from this situation, i am expecting some fiery spells from Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah.

The match can still swing either way. The lower order South African batsmen are in poor form so far in this series. And we can expect the pitch to give more assistance to the spinners today. Even yesterday Ashwin was able to extract a lot of turn from the surface. Dean Elgar and Erasmus van der Dussen are looking good so far and at no.5 they have Temba Bavuma who is in good touch. Indian captain should persist with Shardul Thakur and Ravichandran Ashwin, who seems to be his best options.

[Minor Miner]

Has anyone noticed a funny thing? Australia and New Zealand reached the final of the T20 World Cup. The two teams went to Bangladesh to play before the World Cup and lost shamefully. It was unexpected that a team like New Zealand and Australia would lose the series against a small team like Bangladesh.
Winning a Test match against New Zealand at their home is even more challenging. Teams like India, England and Australia were also defeated. Bangladesh won the Test match there and in full 5 days we saw the dominance of Bangladeshi players. Which is really a pride for Bangladeshi players.

[kro55]

Australia    vs    England

After day-2, Australia has collected 416 and declared their innings. The highest collection for the team was that of Usman Khawaja. He has scored 137 runs. Smith made 67 runs.
The performance of the England batsmen in the last two matches, I think 417 runs is too big for England. England can make a maximum of 300. However, at the end of the second day, England managed to score 13 runs without losing a wicket. They are only 403 runs behind.

[JSRAW]

^^ Poms are lucky that they are not 1 down. Crawley should thank to Strac that his no ball might save his test career.

Gotta feel for Poor Broady, he took a 5-for (first 5-for England in this series) but he didn't get the ball after the inning because Nathan lyon hit a six into the crowd and exactly at same time Cummins declared the inning.

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Rain Parera at Wanderers...

[coinism]

Australia    vs    England

After day-2, Australia has collected 416 and declared their innings. The highest collection for the team was that of Usman Khawaja. He has scored 137 runs. Smith made 67 runs.
The performance of the England batsmen in the last two matches, I think 417 runs is too big for England. England can make a maximum of 300. However, at the end of the second day, England managed to score 13 runs without losing a wicket. They are only 403 runs behind.

England bad days are yet to over as they have to chase mighty 417 runs today. Best they can do in this series is to draw at least one game so that they avoid whitewash. Aus have got a good start and it will be difficult to defeat Aus from this start. Haseeb Hameed is included once again despite repeated failures, this shows England don't have any replacement.

[kro55]

Australia    vs    England

After day-2, Australia has collected 416 and declared their innings. The highest collection for the team was that of Usman Khawaja. He has scored 137 runs. Smith made 67 runs.
The performance of the England batsmen in the last two matches, I think 417 runs is too big for England. England can make a maximum of 300. However, at the end of the second day, England managed to score 13 runs without losing a wicket. They are only 403 runs behind.

England bad days are yet to over as they have to chase mighty 417 runs today. Best they can do in this series is to draw at least one game so that they avoid whitewash. Aus have got a good start and it will be difficult to defeat Aus from this start. Haseeb Hameed is included once again despite repeated failures, this shows England don't have any replacement.

Since two days have already passed. So now England's goal should be to draw the match. They will have to bat all day tomorrow. And must do at least 300. If they bat again after the follow-on, they will undoubtedly lose this match as well.
England's batsmen should continue to try to survive at the crease. Not relying on Joe Root. If they can finish the first session tomorrow without losing a wicket, then England will be able to draw this match. I wouldn't be surprised if they won. The first session of the day is very important. The team that plays well in the first session will be in control of the match throughout the day.