ICC WORLD CUP 2023 DISCUSSION THREAD!

[HelliumZ]

Call me crazy but I think Netherlands will squeek out a win tomorrow vs England 

No surprise here as Netherlands have already beaten South Africa. If Netherlands can beat England in today's game then England will drop down in the ICC ODI rankings as they are at the bottom of the points table. Netherlands will play well against England and if Netherlands can do this contest like South Africa, Bangladesh match then Netherlands can win.

[Sithara007]

Call me crazy but I think Netherlands will squeek out a win tomorrow vs England 

No surprise here as Netherlands have already beaten South Africa. If Netherlands can beat England in today's game then England will drop down in the ICC ODI rankings as they are at the bottom of the points table. Netherlands will play well against England and if Netherlands can do this contest like South Africa, Bangladesh match then Netherlands can win.

When a lot of people consider Netherlands as favorites in their game against England, it tells a lot about the current form of English players. And it won't be very surprising, if they end up at the rock bottom of the points table. But the Dutch also need to do a lot of hard-work. So far they have won just 2 out of their 7 matches and wasted good opportunities to win against weak nations such as Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. Their bowlers continue to leak runs towards the end of the innings and they need to devise a strategy to prevent it.

[Fuso.hp]

Australia's batsmen are going down to bat against a target of 292 runs. The game of cricket is a game of uncertainty which is also proved today. Strong Australia who have the ability to score 400 runs. They are not able to bat properly for the target of 229 runs today. Australia's current score is 89 runs for 6 wickets in 17 overs. Australia's current score looks like they won't be able to play a full over. Afghanistan's bowling is very good in this match Afghan bowlers are bowling very well. Let's see if Australia team can win this match today.

Yes cricket is a game of uncertainty. Any accident can happen at any moment. Today I predicted Australia-Afghanistan to lose by a huge margin but the complete opposite happened. At the moment, Australia has collected 126 runs with the loss of 7 wickets. Australia need 166 runs in 25 overs to win. Australia could have won if there were enough wickets. Australia will never win today's match against Afghanistan. Because at the moment Australia has lost 7 wickets. So how can Australia beat Afghanistan today? Australia will lose unimaginably to Afghanistan today.

Cricket is a round ball game so just as ten good balls are enough to turn the game, a good innings by one batsman is enough to turn the game. Afghanistan bowled seven good balls but one of Australia's batsmen did well and the win went in Australia's favor. Afghanistan first took 7 wickets for 89 runs and at that time Afghanistan deserved the win but some mistakes by Afghanistan cricketers made the match slip away from them. Maybe the Afghan cricketers should ask how many catches a batsman misses makes him play better because the way they took Maxwell's catch looks like they haven't practiced fielding before. Several times when they caught Maxwell they did not catch but they threw the match away. Just good bowling and batting is not enough to win a match but good fielding is enough which Afghanistan could not do.

[roksana.hee]

In the ICC World Cup last match, I was shocked to see the play of Glenn Maxwell. how much confidence he was batting with him. Really he will be the player evergreen of all time ICC World Cup. Not only is Glenn Maxwell the best player of 2023 but also he will be the Batting Guru of the overall ICC World Cup. What an amazing game he played! Yes, Glenn Maxwell is a cricketer known for his explosive style of play.  He has demonstrated that cricket is a dynamic and unpredictable game where anything can happen at any moment. His performances have often showcased the excitement and uncertainty that make cricket such a thrilling sport for both players and fans alike.

[Sithara007]

Cricket is a round ball game so just as ten good balls are enough to turn the game, a good innings by one batsman is enough to turn the game. Afghanistan bowled seven good balls but one of Australia's batsmen did well and the win went in Australia's favor. Afghanistan first took 7 wickets for 89 runs and at that time Afghanistan deserved the win but some mistakes by Afghanistan cricketers made the match slip away from them. Maybe the Afghan cricketers should ask how many catches a batsman misses makes him play better because the way they took Maxwell's catch looks like they haven't practiced fielding before. Several times when they caught Maxwell they did not catch but they threw the match away. Just good bowling and batting is not enough to win a match but good fielding is enough which Afghanistan could not do.

These sort of mistakes are going to be very costly for Afghanistan. Already they are dealing with the issue of freezing of funds after the Taliban takeover. A win against Australia would have been earth-shattering at this point. But they wasted a really good opportunity yesterday. Anyway, now we are set for an exciting semifinal match between Australia and South Africa. Given the recent form of both the teams, I would say that Australia has a better chance of win. BTW, India needs to wait for some more time, to find out who will be their opponents in the semi-finals.

[HelliumZ]

Call me crazy but I think Netherlands will squeek out a win tomorrow vs England 

No surprise here as Netherlands have already beaten South Africa. If Netherlands can beat England in today's game then England will drop down in the ICC ODI rankings as they are at the bottom of the points table. Netherlands will play well against England and if Netherlands can do this contest like South Africa, Bangladesh match then Netherlands can win.

When a lot of people consider Netherlands as favorites in their game against England, it tells a lot about the current form of English players. And it won't be very surprising, if they end up at the rock bottom of the points table. But the Dutch also need to do a lot of hard-work. So far they have won just 2 out of their 7 matches and wasted good opportunities to win against weak nations such as Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. Their bowlers continue to leak runs towards the end of the innings and they need to devise a strategy to prevent it.

Bangladesh and Sri Lanka could not perform as well as Netherlands as a new team. Due to England's poor performance in this year's World Cup, one should not think that they are a weak team but their balancing has not been right so far. Moreover, India is not able to balance their team on the pitch, so England is not able to compete with the weaker teams. However, in today's match with the Netherlands, England is more likely to win.

[Bd officer]

Call me crazy but I think Netherlands will squeek out a win tomorrow vs England 

No surprise here as Netherlands have already beaten South Africa. If Netherlands can beat England in today's game then England will drop down in the ICC ODI rankings as they are at the bottom of the points table. Netherlands will play well against England and if Netherlands can do this contest like South Africa, Bangladesh match then Netherlands can win.

When a lot of people consider Netherlands as favorites in their game against England, it tells a lot about the current form of English players. And it won't be very surprising, if they end up at the rock bottom of the points table. But the Dutch also need to do a lot of hard-work. So far they have won just 2 out of their 7 matches and wasted good opportunities to win against weak nations such as Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. Their bowlers continue to leak runs towards the end of the innings and they need to devise a strategy to prevent it.

Bangladesh and Sri Lanka could not perform as well as Netherlands as a new team. Due to England's poor performance in this year's World Cup, one should not think that they are a weak team but their balancing has not been right so far. Moreover, India is not able to balance their team on the pitch, so England is not able to compete with the weaker teams. However, in today's match with the Netherlands, England is more likely to win.

A strong team in England but currently out of form. England has won only one match in this World Cup and that match was England's best performance. Netherlands is the smallest team in this year's World Cup, but Netherlands tried their best to play well. Incidents can happen at any time in the game of cricket. A team with a great performance like South Africa where they were bowled out for 83 runs. But if England's opponent today was not Netherlands, any other team then I would say England will lose because their performance is so bad. But today I will put England forward to win. But today I will expect to see a competitive game.

[pakhitheboss]

Today's game doesn't impact anyone on the point table but tomorrows does. NZ would be playing against SL and chances are that Kiwis would win. If they win then the situation for Pakistan becomes difficult. They will be playing against the English team on 11th of this month. Not only they need to win it but they would need to improve their NRR considerably.

[Essential10]

Today in Pune, England and Netherlands are facing each other. England won the toss and decided to bat. Last season's world champion England has shown the most disappointing performance in this tournament. After playing seven matches, they won only one against Bangladesh. Despite going to Sitka from the semi-finals, there is a fear of playing in the upcoming Champions Trophy. Meanwhile, the Netherlands are in the middle of a difficult equation in the run to the semi-finals with four points from seven matches. In that case Netherlands will have to win two matches depending on the loss of Pakistan, Afghanistan, New Zealand matches. The first innings batting average at this venue for today's match is 319 runs. Fast bowlers will have more advantage in this match. The fast bowlers have taken 77 wickets in the last six matches at this venue. So far England have taken 69 runs for a wicket and David Malan has already completed his half-century.

[kro55]

Today in Pune, England and Netherlands are facing each other. England won the toss and decided to bat. Last season's world champion England has shown the most disappointing performance in this tournament. After playing seven matches, they won only one against Bangladesh. Despite going to Sitka from the semi-finals, there is a fear of playing in the upcoming Champions Trophy. Meanwhile, the Netherlands are in the middle of a difficult equation in the run to the semi-finals with four points from seven matches. In that case Netherlands will have to win two matches depending on the loss of Pakistan, Afghanistan, New Zealand matches. The first innings batting average at this venue for today's match is 319 runs. Fast bowlers will have more advantage in this match. The fast bowlers have taken 77 wickets in the last six matches at this venue. So far England have taken 69 runs for a wicket and David Malan has already completed his half-century.

Even today we are not getting good performance from England batsmen. Netherlands bowlers are not experienced enough. However, the performance of England's batsmen is poor. While Malan and Stokes can play some big innings, we haven't seen responsible innings from any other batsman in the squad. England collected 229 runs losing 6 wickets in 42 overs. England's collection is now less than 5.5 per over. If Stokes can bat well in the death overs then the England team can give a target of more than 300. But looking at the batting of Stokes and Woakes at the crease now, I don't think England will be able to collect more than 300.

[Bureau]

Today's game doesn't impact anyone on the point table but tomorrows does. NZ would be playing against SL and chances are that Kiwis would win. If they win then the situation for Pakistan becomes difficult. They will be playing against the English team on 11th of this month. Not only they need to win it but they would need to improve their NRR considerably.

From being the favorites to play in the semifinals of the World Cup to being in the 10th spot of the points table. England's journey has been incredible and has been difficult. They are now struggling against the Netherlands bowling. I do not think that they would go near to 300 runs today and if they lose today they do not qualify for the champions trophy in 2025. They must win today and in their next match to play the next 50-over ICC event. Ben Stokes is still playing and will complete his half-century after that he needs to accelerate the run rate.

[LittleBitFunny]

Today in Pune, England and Netherlands are facing each other. England won the toss and decided to bat. Last season's world champion England has shown the most disappointing performance in this tournament. After playing seven matches, they won only one against Bangladesh. Despite going to Sitka from the semi-finals, there is a fear of playing in the upcoming Champions Trophy. Meanwhile, the Netherlands are in the middle of a difficult equation in the run to the semi-finals with four points from seven matches. In that case Netherlands will have to win two matches depending on the loss of Pakistan, Afghanistan, New Zealand matches. The first innings batting average at this venue for today's match is 319 runs. Fast bowlers will have more advantage in this match. The fast bowlers have taken 77 wickets in the last six matches at this venue. So far England have taken 69 runs for a wicket and David Malan has already completed his half-century.

Even today we are not getting good performance from England batsmen. Netherlands bowlers are not experienced enough. However, the performance of England's batsmen is poor. While Malan and Stokes can play some big innings, we haven't seen responsible innings from any other batsman in the squad. England collected 229 runs losing 6 wickets in 42 overs. England's collection is now less than 5.5 per over. If Stokes can bat well in the death overs then the England team can give a target of more than 300. But looking at the batting of Stokes and Woakes at the crease now, I don't think England will be able to collect more than 300.

4 overs of power play are also over. At the end of 44 overs, the England team managed to collect 246 runs. And they didn't lose any more wickets. Woakes-Stokes duo has already scored 50+ runs. Stokes scored 58 runs off 63 balls and Wokes scored 31 runs off 33 balls unbeaten. It cannot be said for sure whether these two batsmen of England can collect 50+ runs in the last 5 overs. Stokes has the ability to collect more than 50 in the last 5 overs. But Stokes's batting is very slow today. It cannot be said that England will win the match yet. The match is likely to be competitive. Although the performances of the Netherlands batsmen have been erratic, they have several talented batsmen in their squad.

[JSRAW]

Mad respect for Big show, this guy actually did the impossible. It has to be the greatest ODI WC inning, didn't imagine this outcome when they were 7 down.

Someone should beat the shit out of Mujeeb and Skipper Shahidi, both dropped Maxwell and one catch was dolly af. Also, skipper Shahidi needs some serious guidance on his captaincy, one of the clueless captains.

Everyone will become clueless if someone is striking the ball in that way, literally no foot work, cramps, back spasm and just made it just with his hand and eye alone. Best ever innings, and he surpassed Kapil Dev's 1983 knock to be honest.

Mad max show, and happy to watch the entire innings. SA vs AUS will be playing semi's and clearly the number 6 can be loading in their mind now.

No doubt about it and It'll be Maxwell's legacy. History will remember him for a very long time for this inning, it was simply magical and the whole time it felt like everything worked in his favor.

It was clearly his day and poor Afghans were on the receiving hand. Semis are going to be fun and the Aussies reminded everyone that no one should count them out (because of individual brilliance on the big day) despite their poor performance as a unit.

[libert19]

England makes 339. Thanks to Dawid Malan (dude's shots go like rocket), Stokes and Woakes (nice rhyme there) that they manage to get this score, I have questions on not-out given on Stoke's lbw.

There was spectator holding sign, 'We best Bangladesh!' — it was so funny. You can add Netherlands too, pretty sure they ain't gonna able to chase this total. England's achievement this WC to beat bottom tier teams.

[Bureau]

England makes 339. Thanks to Dawid Malan (dude's shots go like rocket), Stokes and Woakes (nice rhyme there) that they manage to get this score, I have questions on not-out given on Stoke's lbw.

There was spectator holding sign, 'We best Bangladesh!' — it was so funny. You can add Netherlands too, pretty sure they ain't gonna able to chase this total. England's achievement this WC to beat bottom tier teams.

Yeah I expected Stokes to fire up after his half century and that his what he did, got his century in just 84 balls. Woakes got his half century too while being a support on the other side. 340 is not an easy target that can be chased by the Duth unless they have someone like Maxwell. They might have someone with some similar caliber in the next World Cup.

After winning today England has to win it's next match. If not then they are out of the Championship trophy. This type of game that was required by them earlier. Sadly they are out of the semifinal contention for the fourth slot.

[Iranus]

England makes 339. Thanks to Dawid Malan (dude's shots go like rocket), Stokes and Woakes (nice rhyme there) that they manage to get this score, I have questions on not-out given on Stoke's lbw.
There was spectator holding sign, 'We best Bangladesh!' — it was so funny. You can add Netherlands too, pretty sure they ain't gonna able to chase this total. England's achievement this WC to beat bottom tier teams.

Yeah I expected Stokes to fire up after his half century and that his what he did, got his century in just 84 balls. Woakes got his half century too while being a support on the other side. 340 is not an easy target that can be chased by the Duth unless they have someone like Maxwell. They might have someone with some similar caliber in the next World Cup.
After winning today England has to win it's next match. If not then they are out of the Championship trophy. This type of game that was required by them earlier. Sadly they are out of the semifinal contention for the fourth slot.

Despite losing the wicket of Moeen Ali for 192 runs, Woakes and Stokes managed to build a massive partnership of 129 runs. Along with Stokes, Chris Woakes' performance was also very responsible. Woakes was out after collecting 51 runs off 45 balls.
After a long time, we have seen a good performance from England batsmen. England's middle order did not perform well. Due to the innings of Stokes, Woakes, and Malan, the England team can provide a huge target of 340 runs. I have no doubt that England will win the match. If they win this match, England will be able to go to the eighth place in the points table.

[Shishir99]

Maxwell is on the crease but the required run rate increasing after each over which will force him to play big shots against those bowlers. Now it's time to see how long Maxwell can face them and how well the Aussie tailenders can defend.

Oh hey again!
Maxwell proved wrong very badly. That was a superhero innings from Maxwell. Unexpected, brilliant, I am short of words. While everyone is talking about Maxwell, did you guys forget about Pat Cummins? His innings was the lowest contribution in terms of percentage. But he should be proud of himself. This guy played in proper test mentality because Maxwell was asking him just to face the balls. Maxwell wasn't expecting any runs from Cummins. This will remain in my memories for a long time.

[slaman29]

Call me crazy but I think Netherlands will squeek out a win tomorrow vs England 

No surprise here as Netherlands have already beaten South Africa. If Netherlands can beat England in today's game then England will drop down in the ICC ODI rankings as they are at the bottom of the points table. Netherlands will play well against England and if Netherlands can do this contest like South Africa, Bangladesh match then Netherlands can win.

England is the tournament worst, so no surprise at all I agree. England must win this though if they want to keep their rankings but Holland also want to be taken seriously. They just started batting, need to beat 339!!

I think actually the real game to watch is Netherlands India coming up after England. India already qualify to semi, will get weakest opponent, how will they play against Holland? Relaxed practice or serious warmup?

[Fuso.hp]

Cricket is a round ball game so just as ten good balls are enough to turn the game, a good innings by one batsman is enough to turn the game. Afghanistan bowled seven good balls but one of Australia's batsmen did well and the win went in Australia's favor. Afghanistan first took 7 wickets for 89 runs and at that time Afghanistan deserved the win but some mistakes by Afghanistan cricketers made the match slip away from them. Maybe the Afghan cricketers should ask how many catches a batsman misses makes him play better because the way they took Maxwell's catch looks like they haven't practiced fielding before. Several times when they caught Maxwell they did not catch but they threw the match away. Just good bowling and batting is not enough to win a match but good fielding is enough which Afghanistan could not do.

These sort of mistakes are going to be very costly for Afghanistan. Already they are dealing with the issue of freezing of funds after the Taliban takeover. A win against Australia would have been earth-shattering at this point. But they wasted a really good opportunity yesterday. Anyway, now we are set for an exciting semifinal match between Australia and South Africa. Given the recent form of both the teams, I would say that Australia has a better chance of win. BTW, India needs to wait for some more time, to find out who will be their opponents in the semi-finals.

I am expecting that there will be a good fight in the semi-final matches. Each team has completed around eight matches but all but a few matches have been one sided wins. So I didn't have much fun watching the game in most of the matches but we are expecting some high voltage matches in the semi finals. If Australia's opponent is South Africa and if India's opponent is New Zealand or Pakistan, then the most exciting matches of the tournament will be the semi-final matches. India Pakistan matches are not as much as before but still I hope India and Pakistan will play semi-final. Although the equation is very difficult for Pakistan, Pakistan still has a good chance to play the semi-finals.

[libert19]

Holland also want to be taken seriously.

From the looks of it, nah they don't.