Regularly going with 5-6 runs per over clearly shows that now Poms have no interest in a traditional way of playing test cricket, where batters used to grind all day. One can argue that under previous leadership they lost so many matches that they don't trust their defense anymore and adopted an ODI approach in test cricket. At the same time no one can deny that it's very exciting to watch and under Baz-Ben's leadership, this method turned out to be very successful. Aussies will have a tough time in the upcoming Ashes.
Isn't it better to score quickly by losing some wickets rather than scoring slowly by losing quick wickets? England has batted in the aggressive style against New Zealand in the first innings. England has whitewashed New Zealand in 2022 test series by playing in the aggressive mode. I think we are going to see the repetition of that series again. New Zealand is in under pressure now by losing the 3 wickets quickly. 
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February 16, 2023, 02:53:13 PM
February 16, 2023, 01:20:06 PM
I don't think there is any chance of this match being a draw. Because the first day's play has just ended. And already England's first innings is over, New Zealand has lost three wickets. I think New Zealand will lose all their wickets in the first two sessions tomorrow. And so there is no possibility of the match being a draw. If New Zealand can muster more than 260 in the first innings, they will have a chance to do well in the second innings to win. And if New Zealand loses all wickets before 200 then England will win this match.
You never know. Rain interruption is a big problem with test matches being staged in New Zealand. And for Mount Maunganui, isolated rains are predicted for the next few days, although it may not be enough on its own to deny a result for this match. A lot will depend on what happens during the 2nd day. There is always a chance of New Zealand middle and lower order managing a fightback, denying a lead for England. The problem for New Zealand is that their best batsman is already back in pavilion (Kane Williamson). Now Devon Conway and Daryl Mitchell will be under a lot of pressure.
February 16, 2023, 01:15:34 PM
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Tbh i wish they succeed in this experiment.
If they do then more teams are going to approach these tactics and overall we are going to witness a new era of test cricket and at the same time we can have more volatile pitches, so far they only performed on flats deck, except in recent match but Kiwis are in decline so the jury is still out.
England is playing the same aggressive approach in the past couple of years with a strike rate of over 5 and over 6 in some matches, recently against Pakistan they scored well above 6.5 in some of the matches and even against South Africa they had an innings where they scored above 6 and even against New Zealand last year they played like that as if they are playing ODI. Tbh i wish they succeed in this experiment.
If they do then more teams are going to approach these tactics and overall we are going to witness a new era of test cricket and at the same time we can have more volatile pitches, so far they only performed on flats deck, except in recent match but Kiwis are in decline so the jury is still out.
February 16, 2023, 01:09:00 PM
England are putting pressure on the Kiwis in their own backyard at the moment. A great first innings score coupled with a flurry of quick wickets thanks to Mr.Anderson put them in a great position.
New Zealand will probably try their best for a draw, but I am expecting the English side to win at this rate.
New Zealand will probably try their best for a draw, but I am expecting the English side to win at this rate.
I don't think there is any chance of this match being a draw. Because the first day's play has just ended. And already England's first innings is over, New Zealand has lost three wickets. I think New Zealand will lose all their wickets in the first two sessions tomorrow. And so there is no possibility of the match being a draw. If New Zealand can muster more than 260 in the first innings, they will have a chance to do well in the second innings to win. And if New Zealand loses all wickets before 200 then England will win this match.
February 16, 2023, 01:00:14 PM
England are putting pressure on the Kiwis in their own backyard at the moment. A great first innings score coupled with a flurry of quick wickets thanks to Mr.Anderson put them in a great position.
New Zealand will probably try their best for a draw, but I am expecting the English side to win at this rate.
England will win the match for sure. In the first innings England have played as if like playing ODI match. By the end of day 1 England have scored 325/9d in 58.2 overs. New Zealand have begun its first innings and lost 3 wickets scoring 37 runs in 18 overs. Fall of few more wickets in tomorrow's first session of the match will ease the winning for England. New Zealand after winning the toss should've started the innings than choosing to bowl first. New Zealand will probably try their best for a draw, but I am expecting the English side to win at this rate.
February 16, 2023, 12:48:47 PM
Number 10 and 11 were about to bat and at best they could have added extra 10-20 runs or worst zero run partnership. This whole process cost 4-8 overs and you don't want to do this when you have 300 runs on the board and have a chance to crack a pink ball under lights.
Most of the time new pink ball does a fair amount of tricks under lights, hence the declaration and it worked.
Most of the time new pink ball does a fair amount of tricks under lights, hence the declaration and it worked.
Yes.. this time it worked. New Zealand batsmen just had no answer against James Anderson. He had an exceptional spell of 5-3-8-2, and now has 677 test wickets to his name. When most of the fast bowlers retire from the game at 35 or 36 years old, Anderson has preserved himself despite being close to 41 years old. And his combination with Stuart Broad always work well. Broad now has 566 test wickets to his name. BTW, we need to appreciate the nigh watchman (Neil Wagner), who survived the onslaught from Anderson and Broad for 4.3 overs.
February 16, 2023, 12:12:47 PM
Anyone watching the first test between England and New Zealand? England lost their first wicket (Zak Crawley) in the first over, but then Ben Duckett have been playing ever since in T20 style. So far he has got 60 runs from 48 balls (and remember that this is a test match), with the Kiwi bowlers getting smashed all around the park. Ollie Pope at the other end have been a bit more subtle, scoring 18 runs from 24 balls. Most of the New Zealand bowlers have gone for over 6 runs per over, including Neil Wagner, Blair Tickner and Scott Kuggeleijn.
New Zealand won the toss and elected to field. But it doesn't seem like the decision was the right one either. The way England have been batting since the beginning of the match, I think it is an ODI match. England's run rate is more than 6. At the end of 18 overs, England lost only one wicket and collected 115 runs. And now their current run rate is 6.38.Ollie Pope scored 22 runs off 34 balls. On the other hand, Ben Duckett remains unbeaten with 82 runs off just 63 balls. Ben Duckett's strike rate is now 130.15.
February 16, 2023, 11:54:04 AM
Bazball is at its fine display.
Regularly going with 5-6 runs per over clearly shows that now Poms have no interest in a traditional way of playing test cricket, where batters used to grind all day. One can argue that under previous leadership they lost so many matches that they don't trust their defense anymore and adopted an ODI approach in test cricket. At the same time no one can deny that it's very exciting to watch and under Baz-Ben's leadership, this method turned out to be very successful. Aussies will have a tough time in the upcoming Ashes.
Regularly going with 5-6 runs per over clearly shows that now Poms have no interest in a traditional way of playing test cricket, where batters used to grind all day. One can argue that under previous leadership they lost so many matches that they don't trust their defense anymore and adopted an ODI approach in test cricket. At the same time no one can deny that it's very exciting to watch and under Baz-Ben's leadership, this method turned out to be very successful. Aussies will have a tough time in the upcoming Ashes.
I have never seen a test team being so aggressive. They were playing like it was an ODI match but still manager to score in 58 overs 325 runs. In my opinion, this is a good target. It won't be easy for the Kiwis to chase this target. Already they have lost 3 wickets which proves how good the English bowlers are bowling and psychologically they think the target is not that easy to chase. An excellent strategy by the coach and captain of the England team.
This is going to be another one-sided match it seems
If they do then more teams are going to approach these tactics and overall we are going to witness a new era of test cricket and at the same time we can have more volatile pitches, so far they only performed on flats deck, except in recent match but Kiwis are in decline so the jury is still out.
February 16, 2023, 08:32:58 AM
Bazball is at its fine display.
Regularly going with 5-6 runs per over clearly shows that now Poms have no interest in a traditional way of playing test cricket, where batters used to grind all day. One can argue that under previous leadership they lost so many matches that they don't trust their defense anymore and adopted an ODI approach in test cricket. At the same time no one can deny that it's very exciting to watch and under Baz-Ben's leadership, this method turned out to be very successful. Aussies will have a tough time in the upcoming Ashes.
Regularly going with 5-6 runs per over clearly shows that now Poms have no interest in a traditional way of playing test cricket, where batters used to grind all day. One can argue that under previous leadership they lost so many matches that they don't trust their defense anymore and adopted an ODI approach in test cricket. At the same time no one can deny that it's very exciting to watch and under Baz-Ben's leadership, this method turned out to be very successful. Aussies will have a tough time in the upcoming Ashes.
I have never seen a test team being so aggressive. They were playing like it was an ODI match but still manager to score in 58 overs 325 runs. In my opinion, this is a good target. It won't be easy for the Kiwis to chase this target. Already they have lost 3 wickets which proves how good the English bowlers are bowling and psychologically they think the target is not that easy to chase. An excellent strategy by the coach and captain of the England team.
This is going to be another one-sided match it seems
Looks like Iyer is playing in the next text. This should give some support in the middle order.
He was supposed to be part of the playing 11 in the first test but unfortunately, due to an injury, SKY got an opportunity that he royally destroyed. I do not think SKY would get another chance in the test squad after this tournament.
February 16, 2023, 08:32:00 AM
Didn't understand the idea behind declaring the innings at 325 runs with Anderson still to bat. England can pick 20 to 30 more runs if they haven't declared the innings. Ollie Robinson and James Anderson have destroyed top order batting of New Zealand. The match is slipping away from Newzealand as they still trial by 288 runs and 7 wikcets left behind.
Number 10 and 11 were about to bat and at best they could have added extra 10-20 runs or worst zero run partnership. This whole process cost 4-8 overs and you don't want to do this when you have 300 runs on the board and have a chance to crack a pink ball under lights. Most of the time new pink ball does a fair amount of tricks under lights, hence the declaration and it worked.
February 16, 2023, 08:05:01 AM
Didn't understand the idea behind declaring the innings at 325 runs with Anderson still to bat. England can pick 20 to 30 more runs if they haven't declared the innings. Ollie Robinson and James Anderson have destroyed top order batting of New Zealand. The match is slipping away from Newzealand as they still trial by 288 runs and 7 wikcets left behind.
February 16, 2023, 07:45:05 AM
England are putting pressure on the Kiwis in their own backyard at the moment. A great first innings score coupled with a flurry of quick wickets thanks to Mr.Anderson put them in a great position.
New Zealand will probably try their best for a draw, but I am expecting the English side to win at this rate.
New Zealand will probably try their best for a draw, but I am expecting the English side to win at this rate.
February 16, 2023, 07:36:15 AM
England team is taking Test format as T20. They have scored 275 runs in 45 overs and going with 6 runs per over. We saw a more aggressive batting from England in first test against Pakistan when they scored 506 runs at stumps of Day 1. Ben Duckett made 84 of 68 balls and Harry Brook not out on 78 just 59 balls played. 5 wikcets still in hand so chances are England may score near 400.
Neil Wagner has seized Harry Brook's wickets, forcing him to stop. But before with his bat, Harry Brook (89) leads England to almost 300 runs. The squad just take 55 overs to score 304/6, which is a great attacking score. They seem unstoppable at the moment, but how much longer can they last? On day 1, they might reach 400 with that intent and no stop to their scoring. However, It is the bowlers' responsibility, to keep the opposition under 350.The England team declared the innings after collecting 325 runs. The condition of the pitch looks like it was a good enough collection for England. Because the batsmen of New Zealand are not able to take advantage of this pitch. New Zealand's top order stumbled at the start. New Zealand lost three wickets for just 31 runs. At the end of 18 overs, New Zealand collected 37 runs. Devon Conway remains unbeaten with 17 runs. It is now challenging for New Zealand to collect 200. And if New Zealand is not able to collect 200 in this innings then they will definitely be defeated. Conway and Wagner should play well.
Ben Duckett scored 84 runs and Harry Brook scored 89 runs , Good innings played by them.
February 16, 2023, 05:38:23 AM
England team is taking Test format as T20. They have scored 275 runs in 45 overs and going with 6 runs per over. We saw a more aggressive batting from England in first test against Pakistan when they scored 506 runs at stumps of Day 1. Ben Duckett made 84 of 68 balls and Harry Brook not out on 78 just 59 balls played. 5 wikcets still in hand so chances are England may score near 400.
Neil Wagner has seized Harry Brook's wickets, forcing him to stop. But before with his bat, Harry Brook (89) leads England to almost 300 runs. The squad just take 55 overs to score 304/6, which is a great attacking score. They seem unstoppable at the moment, but how much longer can they last? On day 1, they might reach 400 with that intent and no stop to their scoring. However, It is the bowlers' responsibility, to keep the opposition under 350.The England team declared the innings after collecting 325 runs. The condition of the pitch looks like it was a good enough collection for England. Because the batsmen of New Zealand are not able to take advantage of this pitch. New Zealand's top order stumbled at the start. New Zealand lost three wickets for just 31 runs. At the end of 18 overs, New Zealand collected 37 runs. Devon Conway remains unbeaten with 17 runs. It is now challenging for New Zealand to collect 200. And if New Zealand is not able to collect 200 in this innings then they will definitely be defeated. Conway and Wagner should play well.
February 16, 2023, 02:46:17 AM
Bazball is at its fine display.
Regularly going with 5-6 runs per over clearly shows that now Poms have no interest in a traditional way of playing test cricket, where batters used to grind all day. One can argue that under previous leadership they lost so many matches that they don't trust their defense anymore and adopted an ODI approach in test cricket. At the same time no one can deny that it's very exciting to watch and under Baz-Ben's leadership, this method turned out to be very successful. Aussies will have a tough time in the upcoming Ashes.
Looks like Iyer is playing in the next text. This should give some support in the middle order.
Regularly going with 5-6 runs per over clearly shows that now Poms have no interest in a traditional way of playing test cricket, where batters used to grind all day. One can argue that under previous leadership they lost so many matches that they don't trust their defense anymore and adopted an ODI approach in test cricket. At the same time no one can deny that it's very exciting to watch and under Baz-Ben's leadership, this method turned out to be very successful. Aussies will have a tough time in the upcoming Ashes.
Looks like Iyer is playing in the next text. This should give some support in the middle order.
February 16, 2023, 02:43:04 AM
England team is taking Test format as T20. They have scored 275 runs in 45 overs and going with 6 runs per over. We saw a more aggressive batting from England in first test against Pakistan when they scored 506 runs at stumps of Day 1. Ben Duckett made 84 of 68 balls and Harry Brook not out on 78 just 59 balls played. 5 wikcets still in hand so chances are England may score near 400.
Neil Wagner has seized Harry Brook's wickets, forcing him to stop. But before with his bat, Harry Brook (89) leads England to almost 300 runs. The squad just take 55 overs to score 304/6, which is a great attacking score. They seem unstoppable at the moment, but how much longer can they last? On day 1, they might reach 400 with that intent and no stop to their scoring. However, It is the bowlers' responsibility, to keep the opposition under 350.
February 16, 2023, 01:20:27 AM
England team is taking Test format as T20. They have scored 275 runs in 45 overs and going with 6 runs per over. We saw a more aggressive batting from England in first test against Pakistan when they scored 506 runs at stumps of Day 1. Ben Duckett made 84 of 68 balls and Harry Brook not out on 78 just 59 balls played. 5 wikcets still in hand so chances are England may score near 400.
February 15, 2023, 11:41:55 PM
Anyone watching the first test between England and New Zealand? England lost their first wicket (Zak Crawley) in the first over, but then Ben Duckett have been playing ever since in T20 style. So far he has got 60 runs from 48 balls (and remember that this is a test match), with the Kiwi bowlers getting smashed all around the park. Ollie Pope at the other end have been a bit more subtle, scoring 18 runs from 24 balls. Most of the New Zealand bowlers have gone for over 6 runs per over, including Neil Wagner, Blair Tickner and Scott Kuggeleijn.
New Zealand won the toss and elected to field. But it doesn't seem like the decision was the right one either. The way England have been batting since the beginning of the match, I think it is an ODI match. England's run rate is more than 6. At the end of 18 overs, England lost only one wicket and collected 115 runs. And now their current run rate is 6.38.Ollie Pope scored 22 runs off 34 balls. On the other hand, Ben Duckett remains unbeaten with 82 runs off just 63 balls. Ben Duckett's strike rate is now 130.15.England's team collected 140 runs in 25 overs. Ollie Pope and Joe Root are now at the crease. Although these two batsmen are batting responsibly now, I don't like Ben Duckett's performance. This cannot be the beauty of Test cricket. He returned to the dressing room after collecting 84 runs off 68 balls. However, the England team is now in a fairly safe position. If Root and Pope are able to form a big partnership then we will see good results for England in this match. According to the pitch condition, I think the England team will be able to collect 380-420 in the first innings if there are no big mistakes by England batsmen.
February 15, 2023, 10:42:45 PM
England VS Newzealand
The first test match between these two teams has started. The match is being played in New Zealand and they are the favorite but looking at the past performance of the English side I do not think it will be an easy task for the Kiwis. New Zealand won the toss and choose to bowl first. At the moment England has lost one wicket but has already scored 115 runs. Ben Duckett has been very aggressive in this match. He has been scoring runs at an SR of 127%.
The first test match between these two teams has started. The match is being played in New Zealand and they are the favorite but looking at the past performance of the English side I do not think it will be an easy task for the Kiwis. New Zealand won the toss and choose to bowl first. At the moment England has lost one wicket but has already scored 115 runs. Ben Duckett has been very aggressive in this match. He has been scoring runs at an SR of 127%.
February 15, 2023, 10:42:23 PM
Anyone watching the first test between England and New Zealand? England lost their first wicket (Zak Crawley) in the first over, but then Ben Duckett have been playing ever since in T20 style. So far he has got 60 runs from 48 balls (and remember that this is a test match), with the Kiwi bowlers getting smashed all around the park. Ollie Pope at the other end have been a bit more subtle, scoring 18 runs from 24 balls. Most of the New Zealand bowlers have gone for over 6 runs per over, including Neil Wagner, Blair Tickner and Scott Kuggeleijn.
New Zealand won the toss and elected to field. But it doesn't seem like the decision was the right one either. The way England have been batting since the beginning of the match, I think it is an ODI match. England's run rate is more than 6. At the end of 18 overs, England lost only one wicket and collected 115 runs. And now their current run rate is 6.38.Ollie Pope scored 22 runs off 34 balls. On the other hand, Ben Duckett remains unbeaten with 82 runs off just 63 balls. Ben Duckett's strike rate is now 130.15.
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