Test Cricket Prediction and Discussion Thread [self - mod]

[ibuddy122505]

If Pakistan wants to draw this match then Babar Azam must play well today. And they have to survive at the crease. If Babar Azam is out today, I don't think there is any other player who has the experience to build a big partnership or a big innings. Mohammad Rizwan is quite experienced. If Baabar Azam and Rizwan can form a big pair then maybe Pakistan will escape the shame of defeat. However, the chances are low. Australian bowlers are experienced.

Babar Azam is playing well. He is collaborating with Abdullah Shafique. Both are collecting over 50. Shafique's batting is fascinating to me. He is playing great. Looking at the batting of these two batsmen, it seems that Pakistan will do well in this match. Because now the game of the third session is going on. Pakistan scored 119 runs. They need 387 runs to win. If Pakistan does not lose any wicket today, then Australia will lose this match.

Captain Babar Azam and Abdullah Shafique got their test fifties as Pakistan hold strongly their ground without losing wickets. It's a nice come back, they need another 350 runs to win. The problem is their intention to beat Australia or just save the defeat against Australia. The pitch still batting friendly and Pakistan have the ability to do surprise us. Hope both batters avoid the unnecessary shots.

[Minecache]

If Pakistan wants to draw this match then Babar Azam must play well today. And they have to survive at the crease. If Babar Azam is out today, I don't think there is any other player who has the experience to build a big partnership or a big innings. Mohammad Rizwan is quite experienced. If Baabar Azam and Rizwan can form a big pair then maybe Pakistan will escape the shame of defeat. However, the chances are low. Australian bowlers are experienced.

Babar Azam is playing well. He is collaborating with Abdullah Shafique. Both are collecting over 50. Shafique's batting is fascinating to me. He is playing great. Looking at the batting of these two batsmen, it seems that Pakistan will do well in this match. Because now the game of the third session is going on. Pakistan scored 119 runs. They need 387 runs to win. If Pakistan does not lose any wicket today, then Australia will lose this match.

Captain Babar Azam and Abdullah Shafique got their test fifties as Pakistan hold strongly their ground without losing wickets. It's a nice come back, they need another 350 runs to win. The problem is their intention to beat Australia or just save the defeat against Australia. The pitch still batting friendly and Pakistan have the ability to do surprise us. Hope both batters avoid the unnecessary shots.

Babar Azam has reached his hundred. He is playing really well along with Abdullah Shafiq who is on 71 not out. I am not that many people might say I am daydreaming but I think it is possible for Pakistan to win this match if they can survive the first session tomorrow.

But, I am not sure that Pakistan will go for the win because a draw seems to be a more logical result for Pakistan and if they do go for the win they might actually lose the match.

[Theones]

If Pakistan wants to draw this match then Babar Azam must play well today. And they have to survive at the crease. If Babar Azam is out today, I don't think there is any other player who has the experience to build a big partnership or a big innings. Mohammad Rizwan is quite experienced. If Baabar Azam and Rizwan can form a big pair then maybe Pakistan will escape the shame of defeat. However, the chances are low. Australian bowlers are experienced.

Pakistan scored 100 runs. And they did not lose any more wickets. Babar Azam was unbeaten on 43 and Abdullah Shafique was unbeaten on 44. The interesting thing is that Shafique has scored 44 runs off 131 balls. He is playing great. The match will be completely under Pakistan's control the next day as long as the pair can last. Then there are talented players like Rizwan and Hasan Ali.

Pakistan still need 400+ more to win this test match.Babar Azam and Abdullah Shafiq playing good cricket and Between partnership running 83+.If both batsman do well then i think it will be good for Pakistan team.But australian bowling site rally good.I hope this test mach will be draw to end.

There is a good chance that this match will be drawn or Pakisthan will win. Pakistan is still trailing by 396 runs. However, in the first Test match, Abdullah Shafique and Imam-ul-Haque were unbeaten with a partnership of 252 runs. Shafique is a very experienced player for the Test format. So as long as Shafique and Babar Azam are at the crease, Pakistan will be hoping to draw the match. If these two players are out, control of the match will again go to Australia.

Pakistani are very hospitable  they don't like disappointing their guests and don't want to give their guests hard time, so that they return home with good memories. Maybe one of the reason they are taking it light. But blaming the pitch is not the right option - Aussie are good with dead pitch as well. The spirit comes from within.

[JSRAW]

Babar-Abdullah Shafique duo pulling their version of Dravid-Laxman here against same opponent Australia. If they successfully chase down this mammoth total or pull out draw from this situation then this would dent Australia's reputation and ego and increase Pakistan's stature more in the Test cricket. We shouldn't forget that in recent time Australian team failed to close the game when opponent bats in 4th inning.

3 recent iconic test match, where Aussie failed royally
- Headingley test against England, English were 9 down (Ben stokes).
- SCG test against India, 2 injured batter Vihari-Ashwin pulled off great escape
- Gaba test against India, well everyone knows what happened there.

- Karachi - Result in progress

[BALIK]

Babar Azam has reached his hundred. He is playing really well along with Abdullah Shafiq who is on 71 not out. I am not that many people might say I am daydreaming but I think it is possible for Pakistan to win this match if they can survive the first session tomorrow.

But, I am not sure that Pakistan will go for the win because a draw seems to be a more logical result for Pakistan and if they do go for the win they might actually lose the match.

The day was very good for Pakistan. We probably didn't expect to see such a score at the end of the day. Australia gave a huge target of 506 runs. And Pakistan lost two wickets very quickly after batting. We thought maybe Pakistan would lose all the wickets in 200. But to everyone's surprise, at the end of the fourth day, Pakistan's collection was 192.
You are right. Much will depend on the first session. If Pakistan is in control of the first session. Then they will win the match. Because they need only 314 runs to win. If they can bat all day, they will easily win.

[og kush420]

If Pakistan wants to draw this match then Babar Azam must play well today. And they have to survive at the crease. If Babar Azam is out today, I don't think there is any other player who has the experience to build a big partnership or a big innings. Mohammad Rizwan is quite experienced. If Baabar Azam and Rizwan can form a big pair then maybe Pakistan will escape the shame of defeat. However, the chances are low. Australian bowlers are experienced.

Babar Azam is playing well. He is collaborating with Abdullah Shafique. Both are collecting over 50. Shafique's batting is fascinating to me. He is playing great. Looking at the batting of these two batsmen, it seems that Pakistan will do well in this match. Because now the game of the third session is going on. Pakistan scored 119 runs. They need 387 runs to win. If Pakistan does not lose any wicket today, then Australia will lose this match.

Captain Babar Azam and Abdullah Shafique got their test fifties as Pakistan hold strongly their ground without losing wickets. It's a nice come back, they need another 350 runs to win. The problem is their intention to beat Australia or just save the defeat against Australia. The pitch still batting friendly and Pakistan have the ability to do surprise us. Hope both batters avoid the unnecessary shots.

So the dead pitch is showing some life  . I think it's the spirit and focus which make the ball moving. But Babar Azam has always pulled Pakistan out from difficult situation. But as majority is authority - this match seems to end in draw. Aussie are always is great spirit they make sure to give their best whatsoever is the situation. Not to forget here Aussie Women cricket team. They are extraordinary people with extra ordinary skills.

[blatchcorn]

Babar-Abdullah Shafique duo pulling their version of Dravid-Laxman here against same opponent Australia. If they successfully chase down this mammoth total or pull out draw from this situation then this would dent Australia's reputation and ego and increase Pakistan's stature more in the Test cricket. We shouldn't forget that in recent time Australian team failed to close the game when opponent bats in 4th inning.

3 recent iconic test match, where Aussie failed royally
- Headingley test against England, English were 9 down (Ben stokes).
- SCG test against India, 2 injured batter Vihari-Ashwin pulled off great escape
- Gaba test against India, well everyone knows what happened there.

- Karachi - Result in progress

Karachi test is very much dependent on Pakistan current partnership between Abdullah Shafique and Babar Azam. Right now every Pakistani wanna see dots balls from both those batsmen, shafique has scored 71 runs but it took him 226 balls to reach there.
Pakistan will definitely like to draw this game as they won't change target of 500 runs. Let's see who achieve his target.

[Sithara007]

Well.. is there any chance of Pakistan saving this match? I don't think so. 90 overs of play remain, and they have only 8 wickets remaining. It's fifth day and Australia will threaten the Pakistani batsmen through their spinners such as Lyon and through their pacers who will find good swing and seam movement. The partnership between Babar Azam and Abdullah Shafique have added 171 runs till now and Pakistan will be hopeful of a draw as long as these two are at the crease. But it is very difficult for Pakistan.

[JSRAW]

Babar-Abdullah Shafique duo pulling their version of Dravid-Laxman here against same opponent Australia. If they successfully chase down this mammoth total or pull out draw from this situation then this would dent Australia's reputation and ego and increase Pakistan's stature more in the Test cricket. We shouldn't forget that in recent time Australian team failed to close the game when opponent bats in 4th inning.

3 recent iconic test match, where Aussie failed royally
- Headingley test against England, English were 9 down (Ben stokes).
- SCG test against India, 2 injured batter Vihari-Ashwin pulled off great escape
- Gaba test against India, well everyone knows what happened there.

- Karachi - Result in progress

Karachi test is very much dependent on Pakistan current partnership between Abdullah Shafique and Babar Azam. Right now every Pakistani wanna see dots balls from both those batsmen, shafique has scored 71 runs but it took him 226 balls to reach there.
Pakistan will definitely like to draw this game as they won't change target of 500 runs. Let's see who achieve his target.

Not an easy target that's why it would be epic if they manage to cross the line.

Usually draw are considered bad if you're playing at home but Pakistan is in very tricky situation so even draw might look like a win here. This duo is important but they have to start their inning again on 5th day, let's see which pak team show up at the work today.

[blatchcorn]

Not an easy target that's why it would be epic if they manage to cross the line.

Usually draw are considered bad if you're playing at home but Pakistan is in very tricky situation so even draw might look like a win here. This duo is important but they have to start their inning again on 5th day, let's see which pak team show up at the work today.

Australians have finally got the man i.e. Abdullah Shafique just before the lunch, he scored 96 runs on 305 balls. At lunch Pakistan need 252 runs in 62 overs, 4 runs per over. The way they are going I am sure Pakistan like to draw the game since they wont take risk of playing fast and losing wickets. The match has gone really interesting now.

[onecall123]

Not an easy target that's why it would be epic if they manage to cross the line.

Usually draw are considered bad if you're playing at home but Pakistan is in very tricky situation so even draw might look like a win here. This duo is important but they have to start their inning again on 5th day, let's see which pak team show up at the work today.

Australians have finally got the man i.e. Abdullah Shafique just before the lunch, he scored 96 runs on 305 balls. At lunch Pakistan need 252 runs in 62 overs, 4 runs per over. The way they are going I am sure Pakistan like to draw the game since they wont take risk of playing fast and losing wickets. The match has gone really interesting now.

Despite his efforts, Abdullah Shafique falls short of a century! The innings was full of temperament and determination. The deserving and long-awaited century inning has ended. Today is Day 5, there is nothing on the pitch for bowlers. There's a great contest going on, in which Cummins and Babar are giving it their all. Is Pakistan letting Australia win at this point by taking unnecessary risks? Absolutely not, Pakistan is headed to draw this match.

[Swordsoffreedom]

What a professional batting by Pakistani Batsmen.  Pakistan lost all their wickets for just 146 runs in the first innings. Australia then set a huge target of 506. And they may have thought they could easily defeat Pakistan. But now the match is completely controlled by Pakshithan. They only need 196 to win. Run. Babar Azam is still unbeaten on 168 runs.

Abdullah Shafique was out for 96 runs. I'm feeling sad for him, Because he could not do Hundred. He has given exceptional performances when the team needs him. He played 305 balls. If he had not formed the partnership with Babar Azam, Pakistan would have lost the match by now.

[Minor Miner]

What a professional batting by Pakistani Batsmen.  Pakistan lost all their wickets for just 146 runs in the first innings. Australia then set a huge target of 506. And they may have thought they could easily defeat Pakistan. But now the match is completely controlled by Pakshithan. They only need 196 to win. Run. Babar Azam is still unbeaten on 168 runs.

Abdullah Shafique was out for 96 runs. I'm feeling sad for him, Because he could not do Hundred. He has given exceptional performances when the team needs him. He played 305 balls. If he had not formed the partnership with Babar Azam, Pakistan would have lost the match by now.

Pakistan need only 175 runs to win. They lost four wickets. Although the match is completely under Pakistan's control. However, they do not seem to be able to win the match. Because now the game of the third session is going on. So the match is most likely to be a draw. Pakistan needs 175 runs in 33 overs. Now Pakistan's run rate is 2.38. If you want to win the match, Pakistan has to collect more than 5 runs in each over.

[kro55]

What a professional batting by Pakistani Batsmen.  Pakistan lost all their wickets for just 146 runs in the first innings. Australia then set a huge target of 506. And they may have thought they could easily defeat Pakistan. But now the match is completely controlled by Pakshithan. They only need 196 to win. Run. Babar Azam is still unbeaten on 168 runs.

Abdullah Shafique was out for 96 runs. I'm feeling sad for him, Because he could not do Hundred. He has given exceptional performances when the team needs him. He played 305 balls. If he had not formed the partnership with Babar Azam, Pakistan would have lost the match by now.

Pakistan need only 175 runs to win. They lost four wickets. Although the match is completely under Pakistan's control. However, they do not seem to be able to win the match. Because now the game of the third session is going on. So the match is most likely to be a draw. Pakistan needs 175 runs in 33 overs. Now Pakistan's run rate is 2.38. If you want to win the match, Pakistan has to collect more than 5 runs in each over.

Is Pakistan batting for victory now? Yesterday their run rate was below 2.3. But now they are playing somewhat aggressively. They have scored 37 runs in the last 10 overs. Their run rate in the last 10 overs is 3.7. They need 160 runs in 28 overs. Pakistan has a chance to win. Because Babar Azam and Rizwan are now in the crease. Both are very talented players.

[coinism]

Is Pakistan batting for victory now? Yesterday their run rate was below 2.3. But now they are playing somewhat aggressively. They have scored 37 runs in the last 10 overs. Their run rate in the last 10 overs is 3.7. They need 160 runs in 28 overs. Pakistan has a chance to win. Because Babar Azam and Rizwan are now in the crease. Both are very talented players.

Pakistan definitely not playing to win but to draw the game. The game has suddenly changed as Pakistan lost few quick wikcets and they now have to survive 24 more balls to draw the game. Australia need 3 more wickets, Pakistan hopes are now with Rizwan who is not out on 91 runs. Matche in very exciting at the moment.

[mm2543363580]

Is Pakistan batting for victory now? Yesterday their run rate was below 2.3. But now they are playing somewhat aggressively. They have scored 37 runs in the last 10 overs. Their run rate in the last 10 overs is 3.7. They need 160 runs in 28 overs. Pakistan has a chance to win. Because Babar Azam and Rizwan are now in the crease. Both are very talented players.

Pakistan definitely not playing to win but to draw the game. The game has suddenly changed as Pakistan lost few quick wikcets and they now have to survive 24 more balls to draw the game. Australia need 3 more wickets, Pakistan hopes are now with Rizwan who is not out on 91 runs. Matche in very exciting at the moment.

Muhammad Rizwan is an absolute  beauty - he has always saved Pakistan from difficult situation. There is something amazing about his personality, very composed and focused -  I love watching him when he is batting and when he is fielding behind the wickets. What a wonderful day for Pakistan.

[Haunebu]

Unbelievable comeback. Never expected Pakistan to escape from a loss in this second test. Azam, Rizwan etc were brilliant while Lyon was the only Aus bowler piling pressure on them based on what I observed.

Pakistan were lucky on a couple of occasions. For example, Smith could have removed Shafique early, but messed up big-time. Looks like the third and final test is the decider.

[Theones]

Unbelievable comeback. Never expected Pakistan to escape from a loss in this second test. Azam, Rizwan etc were brilliant while Lyon was the only Aus bowler piling pressure on them based on what I observed.

Pakistan were lucky on a couple of occasions. For example, Smith could have removed Shafique early, but messed up big-time. Looks like the third and final test is the decider.

Very right what an exciting play we just watched - Pakistan had no chance till yesterday – But what a great technique and discipline– even drawing is winning. Today’s hero is Babar Azam and Muhmmad Rizwan. Aussie were amazed too  what is happening on dead pitch!

[JSRAW]

Babar-Abdullah Shafique duo pulling their version of Dravid-Laxman here against same opponent Australia. If they successfully chase down this mammoth total or pull out draw from this situation then this would dent Australia's reputation and ego and increase Pakistan's stature more in the Test cricket. We shouldn't forget that in recent time Australian team failed to close the game when opponent bats in 4th inning.

3 recent iconic test match, where Aussie failed royally
- Headingley test against England, English were 9 down (Ben stokes).
- SCG test against India, 2 injured batter Vihari-Ashwin pulled off great escape
- Gaba test against India, well everyone knows what happened there.

- Karachi - Result in progress

Ladies and gents!

We have another great escape and another 4th inning (5th day) failure of Aussie bowlers. Every time they were supposed to win or were in winning position but now it looks like more of a curse which started in Headingley, even new beautiful skipper patty couldn't do anything.

Well done Abdullah-Baba-Rizwan..

With this draw, point table is looking more competitive. Pakistan and Australia are eating each other points, other teams won't mind it. Having said that Draw (4 points) is better than losing a test (zero points).

[Mr.Scott]

Unbelievable comeback. Never expected Pakistan to escape from a loss in this second test. Azam, Rizwan etc were brilliant while Lyon was the only Aus bowler piling pressure on them based on what I observed.

Pakistan were lucky on a couple of occasions. For example, Smith could have removed Shafique early, but messed up big-time. Looks like the third and final test is the decider.

Very right what an exciting play we just watched - Pakistan had no chance till yesterday – But what a great technique and discipline– even drawing is winning. Today’s hero is Babar Azam and Muhmmad Rizwan. Aussie were amazed too  what is happening on dead pitch!

It's an unbelievable, what a thrilling draw in Karachi! A definite match savior innings played by them. The captain driving from the front. Today Babar Azam and Muhmmad Rizwan, yesterday courageous batting show by Shafique guarantee Pakistan keep away from a definite loss. The result we won't ever anticipate. Equally supportive and impressive innings by Shafique and Rizwan. This draw take Pakistan to 4th place in WTC table.