...and England lost! Amazing, amazing bowling by Lungi Ngidi in the last over. At one point, it felt like the English team will be easily able to win this one, but amazing comeback by South African bowlers in the last quarter of the game.
It was a really good match and South Africa was able to put pressure back to England by picking wickets at crucial situation and the last over was a gem by Ngidi who bowled his heart out and take South Africa to victory after a disastrous Test series. I was expecting England to win the match as they had a good start and then they started loosing wickets and end up short. 
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England is chasing the score really well and Jason Roy is in prime form and smashing the South African bowlers all over the ground and they need 46 runs to win in 34 balls and they have 7 wickets in hand and with the batting power England has i am expecting them to win the match but if South Africa can bowl a couple of good overs and pick the wickets then the match will be tight, either way it is an interesting encounter.
^^ Proteas killing it atm and runrate cruising over 10 runs per over. Surprisingly Temba Buvama opened the inning, didn't see that coming. he was the same guy who ignite the recent drama and gave statement of quota thingy.
1st T20 between England and SA have started . England winning the toss have decided to field and SA have got a solid start and batting at 59/1 in 5.4 overs . They have lost Kock at 31 in just 15 balls . SA are looking aggressive today in their batting approach .
This is surely matter to noted as they are going in every league they have no International commitments as they need so franchies are taking advantage of this as players also taking some good amount which is really good for them financialy but bad for them as they exposed many batsmen will watch videos and take good advantage.
In international cricket, the spinners are not lasting much now. Even in India, spinners such as Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal are not performing well against the good teams. This is the problem in having a lot of technological advance in cricket. Super-slow motion footage is available, which allows the batsmen to study the bowling action of various spinners and thereby identify their variations.
I wouldn't say best as they look strong only when they play together and for quite some time that's not the case, its going against them (Kuldeep-Chahal). In T-20 format I would say Afghan spinners are best. They are unlucky that they don't have good team and don't get support from their Batsmen and Seam bowlers otherwise they can beat any team or i dare to say can become world champions in short format.
The Afghan spinners are playing a lot of franchise T20 cricket. Apart from Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan and Mujeeb ur Rahman, we have new spinners such as Qais Ahmad and Zahir Khan participating in such leagues. The plus point is that these spinners get good salaries and they can concentrate in the sport full-time. But the negative is that they bowl a lot and the batsmen get used to their variation.
I wouldn't say best as they look strong only when they play together and for quite some time that's not the case, its going against them (Kuldeep-Chahal). In T-20 format I would say Afghan spinners are best. They are unlucky that they don't have good team and don't get support from their Batsmen and Seam bowlers otherwise they can beat any team or i dare to say can become world champions in short format.
The Afghan spinners are playing a lot of franchise T20 cricket. Apart from Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan and Mujeeb ur Rahman, we have new spinners such as Qais Ahmad and Zahir Khan participating in such leagues. The plus point is that these spinners get good salaries and they can concentrate in the sport full-time. But the negative is that they bowl a lot and the batsmen get used to their variation.
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The expectation was that Hardik Pandya will be selected for the Test series in New Zealand but now it is clear that he is not fully fit and the selectors does not want to rush him back as he might injure himself again and that is a good decision as he is still recovering from his back surgery and the IPL will give a good platform to prepare for the World Cup and even i wont be surprised if he will wait till the IPL to return to competitive cricket.Good for him, but i don't subscribe the idea of airdropping the player into International Test series after long break Unless he featured in a few game in domestic arena just to check his match fitness. In limited overs cricket like T-20, exception can be made but not in Test.
I would like to see Kuldeep-Chahal combination in T-20 WC because they are wicket taking bowlers and grounds in Australia are bigger so wrist spinners can come handy out there. It seems to me Bhuvi is lagging in this Seam bowling race, due to injury and some other unknown reasons, feel bad for this guy.
The best bowling India can have is Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah and since Jadeja is in the squad we might not see the Kuldeep Chahal combination and if Hardik Pandya comes back then they might drop Bhuvneshwar Kumar and add an all rounder.This could be plus point for India as they have best wrist spinners in game after them Afghanistan is another dominant country in this department but right now most of positive points for world cup going in Indian favour as they can win and clinch top spot again in Twenty/20 ranking.
I wouldn't say best as they look strong only when they play together and for quite some time that's not the case, its going against them (Kuldeep-Chahal). In T-20 format I would say Afghan spinners are best. They are unlucky that they don't have good team and don't get support from their Batsmen and Seam bowlers otherwise they can beat any team or i dare to say can become world champions in short format. ( Hardik, Shankar and Dube) Hardik is injured and not playing cricket for quite some time.
Forgot about Hardik completely. If he doesn't recover in time for the IPL, I doubt he will be chosen for the upcoming World T-20 tournament which is a big blow considering how devastating he can be down the order and he bowls decently too.I feel that Hardik, his manager, his franchise Mumbai Indian and BCCI taking necessary precaution on his recovery. He's valuable asset for Indian Team and brand for IPL so i don't mind or in some extent "get surprise" if he directly come back in IPL and make in the T-20 WC squad.
Seam Bowler competition getting tough for T-20 World Cup.
I noticed this about Thakur too. He bats better than he bowls basically. In my opinion, Bumrah and Shami are the main bowlers while Saini and Chahar or Thakur will be chosen as secondary options. In terms of spinners, I believe Kuldeep and Jadeja will be the primary bowlers while Chahal and Sundar will be secondary options.I would like to see Kuldeep-Chahal combination in T-20 WC because they are wicket taking bowlers and grounds in Australia are bigger so wrist spinners can come handy out there. It seems to me Bhuvi is lagging in this Seam bowling race, due to injury and some other unknown reasons, feel bad for this guy.
I feel that Hardik, his manager, his franchise Mumbai Indian and BCCI taking necessary precaution on his recovery. He's valuable asset for Indian Team and brand for IPL so i don't mind or in some extent "get surprise" if he directly come back in IPL and make in the T-20 WC squad.
The expectation was that Hardik Pandya will be selected for the Test series in New Zealand but now it is clear that he is not fully fit and the selectors does not want to rush him back as he might injure himself again and that is a good decision as he is still recovering from his back surgery and the IPL will give a good platform to prepare for the World Cup and even i wont be surprised if he will wait till the IPL to return to competitive cricket.I would like to see Kuldeep-Chahal combination in T-20 WC because they are wicket taking bowlers and grounds in Australia are bigger so wrist spinners can come handy out there. It seems to me Bhuvi is lagging in this Seam bowling race, due to injury and some other unknown reasons, feel bad for this guy.
The best bowling India can have is Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah and since Jadeja is in the squad we might not see the Kuldeep Chahal combination and if Hardik Pandya comes back then they might drop Bhuvneshwar Kumar and add an all rounder. ( Hardik, Shankar and Dube) Hardik is injured and not playing cricket for quite some time.
Forgot about Hardik completely. If he doesn't recover in time for the IPL, I doubt he will be chosen for the upcoming World T-20 tournament which is a big blow considering how devastating he can be down the order and he bowls decently too.I feel that Hardik, his manager, his franchise Mumbai Indian and BCCI taking necessary precaution on his recovery. He's valuable asset for Indian Team and brand for IPL so i don't mind or in some extent "get surprise" if he directly come back in IPL and make in the T-20 WC squad.
Seam Bowler competition getting tough for T-20 World Cup.
I noticed this about Thakur too. He bats better than he bowls basically. In my opinion, Bumrah and Shami are the main bowlers while Saini and Chahar or Thakur will be chosen as secondary options. In terms of spinners, I believe Kuldeep and Jadeja will be the primary bowlers while Chahal and Sundar will be secondary options.I would like to see Kuldeep-Chahal combination in T-20 WC because they are wicket taking bowlers and grounds in Australia are bigger so wrist spinners can come handy out there. It seems to me Bhuvi is lagging in this Seam bowling race, due to injury and some other unknown reasons, feel bad for this guy.
There is no doubt that the Indians performed exceptionally during this tour so far, and they were able to sweep the T20 series. But at the same time, we can't ignore the fact that several of the key New Zealand players were missing out due to injury, including the most important pace bowlers. Even Kane Williamson missed the last couple of matches due to injury.
It is true that NZ was missing some of their key players like Ferguson and Boult, but Williamson played all the matches except for the last one which is why your statement about him missing several matches is wrong.Also, with the firepower that India has and with the bad luck associated with NZ these days, the missing key players would probably change nothing. You also are forgetting the fact that India is experimenting heavily with new players too. At the end of the day, India decimated NZ by 5-0 and set a new record and that is all that matters basically.
Yes, it was also mentioned about facing a super over in an international match and it was their first one in T20 else it's a common thing in IPL. It's India's first ever series win against NZ is their own land so indeed this win means a lot especially the 5-0 win.
There is no doubt that the Indians performed exceptionally during this tour so far, and they were able to sweep the T20 series. But at the same time, we can't ignore the fact that several of the key New Zealand players were missing out due to injury, including the most important pace bowlers. Even Kane Williamson missed the last couple of matches due to injury.
In this trip, India was also missing their good bowler and good allrounder as well like Bhuvaneshwar Kumar and Hardik Pandya. Apart from these guys for the last couple of matches Indian captain and Sami didn't play. I think both teams were equally strong but Indians outperformed to win this complete series. For India, this series will memorable because the first time they clean sweep the series in NZ.
Is there any statistical analysis available for the just concluded T20 series between India and New Zealand? I checked few cricket expert sites but it seems their statistical gurus are on vacation. If have anything, please link me there.
Statistical highlights are always my cup of tea but unfortunately this time cricinfo was not providing that for maybe the reason you have provided 
. Cricinfo's editor Rajesh(from Bangalore I guess) must be a genius and I am really loving his analysis and graphical representations as they are another level of good read for a real cricket follower.Whenever you need historical data to compare and analyze, I believe wikipedia will definitely help you. If you are good in querying then you may do on yourself here: http://stats.espncricinfo.com/ci/engine/stats/index.html
Only disappointment i found was Sanju Samson who just could not capitalise the given opportunity and in fact in last match Kohli rested and was given the chance which means India Team had given a chance. Other then him all other players have performed well and new bowlers like Saini , Thakur has done well under pressure .
IMO, Samson is a very over-rated player. He has made a few good knocks against teams such as Zimbabwe, but I believe that he has got enough chances till now. He was a part of the playing XI for the 4th and 5th T20 matches against New Zealand and he was given the opening slot in both the matches. And he made a total of 10 runs. There were a lot of complaints from his fans that Samson is not being given opportunities. But now I think that players such as Ishan Kishan should be given an opportunity to represent India.
Did any team previously faced back to back super over in international or franchise stages?
Nope. This is the first time and I highly doubt this will ever happen again. Its basically something like 1 in a million chance.When did previously India play their last super over before this series.
I don't think India ever played a T-20 super over before this series. Check this link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_OverAny other team already white washed 5 or more matches in T20 series?
India is the 1st team to have whitewashed the home team with a 5-0 margin(Biggest margin so far). The other whitewashes were won by a lower margin in comparison.Yes, it was also mentioned about facing a super over in an international match and it was their first one in T20 else it's a common thing in IPL. It's India's first ever series win against NZ is their own land so indeed this win means a lot especially the 5-0 win.
I feel the whitewash is a slap on everyone's face who were telling that the team has no experienced players. They have done a great job even in pressure. I am disappointed with Sanju and the newcomers for their lack of efforts and I dont think they will get more chances to prove themselves.
Another thing I want to point out is the schedule of the matches. Its so tight that teams are not getting much of a time to settle themselves, still Indian team did very well. I dont think One Day Internationals will be like this as Zealanders will strike back. Favorite bet would still be on India.
Another thing I want to point out is the schedule of the matches. Its so tight that teams are not getting much of a time to settle themselves, still Indian team did very well. I dont think One Day Internationals will be like this as Zealanders will strike back. Favorite bet would still be on India.
Yes the young team India created a history in New Zealand as first T20 Series win with whitewash against New Zealand so I'm proud to say that indian team will be continuing the same thing in ODI series also because we know how Indian players gives game changing performance in T20 series may be that will give them more hopes to perform in ODI series also.
Did any team previously faced back to back super over in international or franchise stages?
Nope. This is the first time and I highly doubt this will ever happen again. Its basically something like 1 in a million chance.When did previously India play their last super over before this series.
I don't think India ever played a T-20 super over before this series. Check this link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_OverAny other team already white washed 5 or more matches in T20 series?
India is the 1st team to have whitewashed the home team with a 5-0 margin(Biggest margin so far). The other whitewashes were won by a lower margin in comparison.
Is there any statistical analysis available for the just concluded T20 series between India and New Zealand? I checked few cricket expert sites but it seems their statistical gurus are on vacation. If have anything, please link me there.
I just want to know:
Did any team previously faced back to back super over in international or franchise stages?
When did previously India play their last super over before this series. I read 3rd T20's was their first as during the 2007 T20 world cup for the tied match against Pakistan they played stump-hitting kind of tie breaker not the currently following super over.
Any other team already white washed 5 or more matches in T20 series? How many times India did T20 whitewashes? (I remember they did one against Australia and one against Sri Lanka and both were away series).
I just want to know:
Did any team previously faced back to back super over in international or franchise stages?
When did previously India play their last super over before this series. I read 3rd T20's was their first as during the 2007 T20 world cup for the tied match against Pakistan they played stump-hitting kind of tie breaker not the currently following super over.
Any other team already white washed 5 or more matches in T20 series? How many times India did T20 whitewashes? (I remember they did one against Australia and one against Sri Lanka and both were away series).
( Hardik, Shankar and Dube) Hardik is injured and not playing cricket for quite some time.
Forgot about Hardik completely. If he doesn't recover in time for the IPL, I doubt he will be chosen for the upcoming World T-20 tournament which is a big blow considering how devastating he can be down the order and he bowls decently too.Chahar performed really well as bowler but Thakur did good job with the ball in last 2 games and his batting skills are his biggest ally down the order, its blessing for any team if number 9 can hit big sixes at his will.
Seam Bowler competition getting tough for T-20 World Cup.
I noticed this about Thakur too. He bats better than he bowls basically. In my opinion, Bumrah and Shami are the main bowlers while Saini and Chahar or Thakur will be chosen as secondary options. In terms of spinners, I believe Kuldeep and Jadeja will be the primary bowlers while Chahal and Sundar will be secondary options. Seam Bowler competition getting tough for T-20 World Cup.
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