Sportsbet.io 🏏 Men's T20 World Cup 2022 🏏 Discussion thread

[bitgov]

South Africa keeps choking as usual in the big tournaments. Expected big things from them, but they ended up playing like crap in their critical encounter against NED. Van Der Merwe probably took the catch of the tournament.

India's match against Zimbabwe was pretty boring since they thrashed them as expected. Raza and Williams are the only decent players in their team in my opinion.

Excited for the semis between NZ, PAK, IND and ENG next week. IND vs PAK final would be epic!

In last 30 years nothing change for them as they started here in 1992 while playing against England in ODI World Cup semifinal until now they have no big achievement, what a shameful end for them from this World Cup.

And what a win for Pakistan which have same advantage 30 years back while West Indies beats Australia, and they qualified for the semifinal of historic world cup now after this match Netherlands vs South Africa.

My social media feeds are full of the cricket meme. Let's see if Pakistan win the world cup - Imran Khan made it happen in 92 let's see if Babar Azam does that again and builds another hosp like IK did and join the politics and become PM. IK has great personality - Babar Azam is nothing infront of IK

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[Cryptock]

I think New Zealand and England are quite good teams. They have the ability to beat any team. One of these two teams can definitely play in the final. But it will be more exciting if India and Pakistan play the final. But here must perform well and then go to that position. Spectators have nothing to do anything .

Currently sportsbet.io odds

New Zealand @1.78 VS Pakistan @2.04

India @ 1.83 Vs England @1.98

I think India and Pakistan will play the world cup final and India will win.
This will bring so much revenue to ICC because they are aware of crazy Pakistan and Indian fan following. I visited pakistan a few years ago and there was a match b/w India and Pakistan - I was amazed to see the road were empty - by the time Pakistan started loosing the match - people came out for their routine work.

[BobK71]

Currently sportsbet.io odds

New Zealand @1.78 VS Pakistan @2.04

India @ 1.83 Vs England @1.98

The odds look interesting! Pakistan is a unpredictable team and anything can happen when they play against Newzealand. On paper England is a better team with good depth in batting and they also have one of the fastest bowler in this T20WC. They can beat India in the semifinals. If India bats first on that day then this match might tilt towards the Indian side.

It will be very difficult to predict the upcoming semi-final matches. Because there is no opportunity to ignore anyone. There is uncertainty between New Zealand and Pakistan, just as there is uncertainty between India and England as well. So there is nothing to say without seeing the actual condition of the playground. Both England and New Zealand can claim to win the World Cup.

[slaman29]

And so we have the semifinals confirmed! I will post the betting markets as well as odds on Wednesday with the first one:
New Zealand v Pakistan.

India's semifinal berth was confirmed as soon as South Africa lost to Netherlands. India VS Zimbabwe was never a win win situation for India. They were the number one ranked side after South Africa lost in their group. They became second after Pakistan defeated Bangladesh. If India has lost today to Zimbabwe they would have still qualified.

Yes, we know how the tables work, thank you The semifinalists were known, but the actual matchups, as in who meets who in the semifinals were only confirmed after the India match, hence my message, because bookmakers could not know what the odds would be until they knew which team was facing which team.

Now the odds are all out anyway India is favorite to win, followed by Pakistan. As things should be

[Dubaian]

The Super Twelve phase of the T20 World Cup ended on Sunday (November 6) with the India vs Zimbabwe match. According to the points table, it became clear who will face whom in the semi-finals. New Zealand became the first team to get a semi-final ticket on Friday (November 4). They have 7 points after all matches in Group 1 of Super Twelve. And in the farewell match on Saturday (November 5), England beat Sri Lanka to the semis. On the other hand, Pakistan confirmed the semi-final by winning against Bangladesh in Group Two of Super Twelve on Sunday (November 6). And in the last match of the day, India defeated Zimbabwe by a big margin of 71 runs and reached the semi-finals as the table topper with 8 points. After the fight of Super Twelve, now the fight of 4 teams will continue. From there the two teams will play the final.

[Cryptock]

And so we have the semifinals confirmed! I will post the betting markets as well as odds on Wednesday with the first one:
New Zealand v Pakistan.

India's semifinal berth was confirmed as soon as South Africa lost to Netherlands. India VS Zimbabwe was never a win win situation for India. They were the number one ranked side after South Africa lost in their group. They became second after Pakistan defeated Bangladesh. If India has lost today to Zimbabwe they would have still qualified.

Yes, we know how the tables work, thank you The semifinalists were known, but the actual matchups, as in who meets who in the semifinals were only confirmed after the India match, hence my message, because bookmakers could not know what the odds would be until they knew which team was facing which team.

Now the odds are all out anyway India is favorite to win, followed by Pakistan. As things should be

I think - India and Pakistan will reach the final and ICC is going to earn huge revenue over this match for sure.
There is nothing much better than Pak VS INd - the fans are crazy around the globe and the internet is loaded with streaming.
But that is correct - India will win as the decisions of the umpire shows.

[bitgov]

A part for all the discussion - India  will win the world cup this is for sure - matches are fixed

LOL.. Virat Kohli came back to form and that is the reason why they are winning matches now. There is no other reason. And to be honest, I am not sure about their chances in the semi-finals. IMO, Australia and New Zealand are far better teams right now. I would say that at this point there is only 20% to 25% chance that India would win the world cup. Apart from Arshdeep Singh, the other bowlers have been disappointing. And at the top order, KL Rahul has been a disaster so far. Dinesh Karthik has also failed to find runs.

Although it was thought that India might miss this T20 World Cup award in this year but it is just a prediction and i don't agree with the prediction. I think India has a good chance this year to grab the win. Here I can trust four players. Even if one does play well it will not have any major impact if the rest can perform well. KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya have the power to turn the match. If New Zealand or England top from Group 1 and India from Group 2 then I am pretty sure India will have more than 50 percent chance of taking the world cup. It will not be difficult for India especially if Kohli can improve his batting that will bring the more potentiality.

Its not only Kohli - its Kohli + umpire decisions too
India has been favoured by umpires and it's true - believe it or not. and you are right on your point that India will win the world cup - I have no doubts about it.

[bitgov]

Netherlands won @10.50
Pakistan won @1.20

Told you guys, it is making big money to bet always on the underdog in this tournament so far, the rain, the pitch, the short format is making it all so special for the less fancy opponents. My South Africa pick is out, well done Netherlands, I totally underestimated you.

Congrats Pakistan and India you guys get to meet England and New Zealand now.

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Next match is at 7pm Melbourne time. Bets available here: https://sportsbet.io/sports/event/cricket/international/t-20-world-cup/zimbabwe-vs-india-6362a1a8947eec3539398e02

Zimbabwe @7.80
India @1.08

THe best forum so far - the Op has a great skills of presting what he want to show.
Everytime at the day end I come to this forum and instantly I get a glimps what is going on in T2 tournament

[Sithara007]

Its not only Kohli - its Kohli + umpire decisions too
India has been favoured by umpires and it's true - believe it or not. and you are right on your point that India will win the world cup - I have no doubts about it.

Well.. you can't blame them. The ICC needs India more than the other way around. Media rights holders will face tens of millions of USD in losses, in case India fails to qualify to the semi-finals. And now there is the exciting prospect of a final between India and Pakistan. If India manages to defeat England, and Pakistan manages the same against New Zealand, then we will have a final match between these two countries. Anyway Pakistan also got the advantage from wrong umpiring decisions in their match against Bangladesh.

[Haunebu]

Its not only Kohli - its Kohli + umpire decisions too
India has been favoured by umpires and it's true - believe it or not. and you are right on your point that India will win the world cup - I have no doubts about it.

Really? Is that all? It's pretty clear that you don't like the Indian team which is why you are spewing all sorts of crap which no one in their right mind would take seriously. Grow up already shill.

If India manages to defeat England, and Pakistan manages the same against New Zealand, then we will have a final match between these two countries.

India defeating England makes way more sense when compared to Pakistan defeating New Zealand, but this is the World Cup of upsets which implies that anything can happen.

[Sithara007]

If India manages to defeat England, and Pakistan manages the same against New Zealand, then we will have a final match between these two countries.

India defeating England makes way more sense when compared to Pakistan defeating New Zealand, but this is the World Cup of upsets which implies that anything can happen.

England struggled to qualify to the semi-finals, and they managed to do that at the last moment. Pakistan's case is also similar, as they had to win their last match against Bangladesh. On the other hand, India and New Zealand had it relatively easy. Personally I don't expect England to defeat India, since the gap seems to be too large between these two teams. However, it is almost impossible to predict the winner from the other match. The only thing that may go against Pakistan is the lack of form of Babar Azam.

[slaman29]

Next match, Semifinal 1 is tomorrow at 7pm Sydney time (8am UTC) so don't forget to place your bets here: https://sportsbet.io/sports/event/cricket/international/t-20-world-cup/new-zealand-vs-pakistan-6367a11ee130d9f5cffb54bc

New Zealand @1.76
Pakistan @2.08

[Sithara007]

Very difficult to chose between New Zealand and Pakistan for today's match. I guess I will go with Pakistan, since they have the momentum. And the odds also look good for Pakistan. But my big concern is the poor form from Babar Azam, as well as the slow batting from some of the other top order Pakistani batsmen. Their bowling looks excellent, especially in the pace department (but the same can be said about New Zealand as well). The main difference between these two teams is that New Zealand top order batsmen have been scoring runs, much faster and much more consistently compared to their counterparts.

[ThemePen]

Next match, Semifinal 1 is tomorrow at 7pm Sydney time (8am UTC) so don't forget to place your bets here: https://sportsbet.io/sports/event/cricket/international/t-20-world-cup/new-zealand-vs-pakistan-6367a11ee130d9f5cffb54bc

New Zealand @1.76
Pakistan @2.08

I can't decide which team to bet on in this match between New Zealand vs Pakistan. If I can guess which team will win this match then I can bet on this match. But I am supporting Pakistan in this match. I  Hope they win this match and I want to bet with their support in this match. Let's see which team wins and see what my bet is.

Yes it is little bit difficult to choose a team one of them. Because both are good. And both will play better.
I will bet on Pakistan. And I really think that Pakistan will play the final and opposite team will be India.

But England and New Zealand are also good teams. They can also go to final.

[pakhitheboss]

Next match, Semifinal 1 is tomorrow at 7pm Sydney time (8am UTC) so don't forget to place your bets here: https://sportsbet.io/sports/event/cricket/international/t-20-world-cup/new-zealand-vs-pakistan-6367a11ee130d9f5cffb54bc

New Zealand @1.76
Pakistan @2.08

Considering that before the world cup Pakistan defeated Newzealand in the final match of tri nation series in Newzealand the odds for today's match look awkward. As usual Pakistan is a unpredictable team and in the last two matches they have played exceptionally well. Newzealand have been consistent with their game throughout the tournament but have been struggling with their batting. They have the best bowlers for these kind of pitches who have the ability to change the game.

It is very hard to predict this match but I feel the odds for today's match should have been same or a slightly different for both the teams.

[Sithara007]

Considering that before the world cup Pakistan defeated Newzealand in the final match of tri nation series in Newzealand the odds for today's match look awkward. As usual Pakistan is a unpredictable team and in the last two matches they have played exceptionally well. Newzealand have been consistent with their game throughout the tournament but have been struggling with their batting. They have the best bowlers for these kind of pitches who have the ability to change the game.

It is very hard to predict this match but I feel the odds for today's match should have been same or a slightly different for both the teams.

Pakistan was one of the favorites when the tournament started. They had this big win in New Zealand under hostile conditions. But then, this is the same team that went down against Zimbabwe. A lot was talked about the New Zealand pace triad before the Super-12 stage. But they are yet to showcase their full potential. Today's match is extremely unpredictable. It can turn out to be a very close match, or a completely one-sided outing with one of the two teams proceeding to face India (most probably) in the final.

[BobK71]

Its not only Kohli - its Kohli + umpire decisions too
India has been favoured by umpires and it's true - believe it or not. and you are right on your point that India will win the world cup - I have no doubts about it.

Well.. you can't blame them. The ICC needs India more than the other way around. Media rights holders will face tens of millions of USD in losses, in case India fails to qualify to the semi-finals. And now there is the exciting prospect of a final between India and Pakistan. If India manages to defeat England, and Pakistan manages the same against New Zealand, then we will have a final match between these two countries. Anyway Pakistan also got the advantage from wrong umpiring decisions in their match against Bangladesh.

ICC's highest revenue comes from India. In this respect they may have shown a little bit flexibility towards India. But it has to be corroborated that India is the biggest country in case of establishment of cricket. They need not depend at the mercy of the umpire. They have the potential to become champions in World Cup cricket. But their dominance should not be excessive. But I don't see any obligations against India. The third umpire should be held accountable for his wrong decision against Bangladesh not India.

[justdimin]

Considering that before the world cup Pakistan defeated Newzealand in the final match of tri nation series in Newzealand the odds for today's match look awkward. As usual Pakistan is a unpredictable team and in the last two matches they have played exceptionally well. Newzealand have been consistent with their game throughout the tournament but have been struggling with their batting. They have the best bowlers for these kind of pitches who have the ability to change the game.

It is very hard to predict this match but I feel the odds for today's match should have been same or a slightly different for both the teams.

Odds are okay because we all know nature of Pakistan team so in this big game, anything can happen, and New Zealand is surely currently one of the best team with their all round performance in this event even they lost final at home against Pakistan still they are capable of beating them here in Sydney as we all know after Pakistan, they have one of the best bowling attack in presence of Southee, Boult and Ferguson.

Batting is also doing good job from the start of this event and Philips and Conway both in good touch with Williamson is also having good time in this event and can play good role in this match for the first title of his career in this format as they already won first WTC in England now here they may do another good job for a remarkable result.

[onecall123]

Considering that before the world cup Pakistan defeated Newzealand in the final match of tri nation series in Newzealand the odds for today's match look awkward. As usual Pakistan is a unpredictable team and in the last two matches they have played exceptionally well. Newzealand have been consistent with their game throughout the tournament but have been struggling with their batting. They have the best bowlers for these kind of pitches who have the ability to change the game.

It is very hard to predict this match but I feel the odds for today's match should have been same or a slightly different for both the teams.

Pakistan was one of the favorites when the tournament started. They had this big win in New Zealand under hostile conditions. But then, this is the same team that went down against Zimbabwe. A lot was talked about the New Zealand pace triad before the Super-12 stage. But they are yet to showcase their full potential. Today's match is extremely unpredictable. It can turn out to be a very close match, or a completely one-sided outing with one of the two teams proceeding to face India (most probably) in the final.

There are only two games left before the trophy is lifted. This is a big opportunity for Kane Williamson, they were close last time too, but this time they'll do their best and take advantage of it. This time, NZ has a great chance. Ultimately, it depends on which team showcases their full potential on the day of the match. Pakistan may introduce their valiant efforts, which will be yet another disappointment for New Zealand. It is necessary for New Zealand to play in big tournaments if they want to win them. Otherwise, they will finish second or third.

[Sithara007]

There are only two games left before the trophy is lifted. This is a big opportunity for Kane Williamson, they were close last time too, but this time they'll do their best and take advantage of it. This time, NZ has a great chance. Ultimately, it depends on which team showcases their full potential on the day of the match. Pakistan may introduce their valiant efforts, which will be yet another disappointment for New Zealand. It is necessary for New Zealand to play in big tournaments if they want to win them. Otherwise, they will finish second or third.

Out of the four teams in semi-finals, India will be desperate to win the trophy. They never managed to win a major ICC tournament under Virat Kohli. Hopefully they can break the shackles this time around. Pakistan will be desperate as well, after their debacle in 2021. Now coming to New Zealand, they have never won a T20 World Cup. During the last edition in 2021, they went down against Australia in the final. So far their only win in an ICC tournament was during the 2021 World Test Championship.