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Quote from: pakhitheboss on February 09, 2023, 07:11:40 AM

Terrific start by team India which got spoiled by KL Rahul. He has consistently proven that he is a worthless piece of shit. Niether he wants to be a keeper nor can he be an agressive batter and today he proved in the second last over of the day that he has forgotten how to play defensive. I still cannot understand why he gets selected.

All he had to do was to either rotate the strike or stick to the wicket till the end of the day. He should know that there are much better batters who can replace him.

I also don't understand the logic behind sending Ashwin now. He is a batter who has always proved himself down the order. India needs batter like him when middle order suddenly collapsed down the order.

Oh come on, there is no need to shit on KL today, he touched the double digits after all, that's a big improvement. Having said that he did okay today despite soft dismissal, things could've been different in case of an early wicket.

Sending Ashwin is not a bad idea. He could play a pinch hitter role and gets quick 30-ish runs and if this happens then our middle order would look good as this match progress in the first inning. He could also try to play long inning as he has 5 tons under his belt.

Let's hope no collapse tomorrow and a long day for Aussies.

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Quote from: rojan on February 09, 2023, 05:13:50 AM

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Australia vs India
Australia win the toss and choose to bat , they taught they will score a lot but unfortunately in just 47th over five of his main batter are dismissed but indian bowler, no one score rather than smith and Marnus Labuschagne, when I saw the score board I taught India were playing with oman Grin

, what happen to Australian batter I don't expect such kind of bad performance, but at the end all credit goes to indian bowler who put them in trouble😎, now the only hope for Australia is wicket keeper batter Alex Carey and Peter Handscomb, hope they will put his team away from difficult situation..

Australia came to bat but Australia started a bad performance with the bat. I think Australia will be all out today. India's bowling has put a lot of pressure on Australia's batsmen today. India's bowling Ravindra Jadeja gave 46 runs in 21 overs. And took 4 wickets. I didn't realize that Australia would bat so badly.

We often make comments about venues even with today's match, the venue is an important factor as Australia, one of the most dominant teams in Test cricket, lost all the wickets for just 177 runs. There could be two factors, one is India's own venue advantage and the other is their good bowling performance which forced Australia to lose wickets. Especially the spin attack of Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin was able to pick up 8 wickets from the Australia team.

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Terrific start by team India which got spoiled by KL Rahul. He has consistently proven that he is a worthless piece of shit. Niether he wants to be a keeper nor can he be an agressive batter and today he proved in the second last over of the day that he has forgotten how to play defensive. I still cannot understand why he gets selected.

All he had to do was to either rotate the strike or stick to the wicket till the end of the day. He should know that there are much better batters who can replace him.

I also don't understand the logic behind sending Ashwin now. He is a batter who has always proved himself down the order. India needs batter like him when middle order suddenly collapsed down the order.

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Quote from: JSRAW on February 09, 2023, 04:49:38 AM

Their inning is still not finished so India must look to quick wrap up under 200 as they are batting last and it won't be a cakewalk.

We couldn't t ask for a better start to BGT. I hope we'll see a same fight between Indian batters and Australian bowlers.

What's an inning for Australia!!!
Warner+Khawaja+Renshaw+Cummins+T Murphy+Lyon+Boland=1+1+0+6+0+0+1=9 Runs

As for how Australia will fare against India today, seven of Australia's batsmen were dismissed for just 9 runs, which is rare in an important Test like this, even for a team like Australia. However, Australia's bowling has not been able to put any pressure on the Indian batsmen so far. But if India can give a target of 400 runs in this innings then any result can come. In other words, the possibility of Australia losing in this Test is very high.

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Quote from: BobK71 on February 08, 2023, 02:16:57 PM

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If the match had not been delayed due to rain, Zimbabwe would have definitely lost this match. Because the two openers of West Indies batted brilliantly in the first innings. The Zimbabwean squad is inexperienced. And so they were far behind the West Indies players both in terms of batting and bowling. However, they are happy that Zimbabwe managed to draw this match. This is a very good result for Zimbabwe. But in the next match I will definitely expect West Indies to win. They are in pretty good form now.

Zimbabwe had a decent total in there first innings but second innings was totally inverse. West Indies have an opening partnership of 337 runs in first innings. I would say both teams have played well in first innings but in second innings it was West indies who was on top. Zimbabwe is playing test series after a long period so we need them some time to adjust in this format. West Indies definitely is better side then Zimbabwe in test.

West Indies team is far ahead from Zimbabwe in every format of cricket like Test, ODI and T20. They also have more experience in test cricket as well. Zimbabwe, on the other hand, have only qualified for the Tests, so they need a long time to improve their position in the Test cricket. Zimbabwe is now ranked as the 10th position of 10 test cricket teams. The first test match between Zimbabwe vs West Indies ended by a drawn.

Of course, Zimbabwe was going to lose if the match would have been played properly without the rain interruption. And the thing is personally, do not think there is too much skill difference between the Zimbabwean players and West Indies players. But still, the first innings of Zimbabwe was quite decent. But if we look at the performance of Zimbabwe in the second innings we will be able to see that there was not much hope for them. And Zimbabwe was about to lose the test match. They are actually very lucky to be able to draw.

Now I think Zimbabwe has a really good chance of winning the test series if they can win the second test match. Because it is a 2 match series. But I honestly do not think they will be able to.

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Quote from: ZAINmalik75 on February 09, 2023, 03:54:12 AM

Australia vs India
Australia win the toss and choose to bat , they taught they will score a lot but unfortunately in just 47th over five of his main batter are dismissed but indian bowler, no one score rather than smith and Marnus Labuschagne, when I saw the score board I taught India were playing with oman Grin

, what happen to Australian batter I don't expect such kind of bad performance, but at the end all credit goes to indian bowler who put them in trouble😎, now the only hope for Australia is wicket keeper batter Alex Carey and Peter Handscomb, hope they will put his team away from difficult situation..

Australia came to bat but Australia started a bad performance with the bat. I think Australia will be all out today. India's bowling has put a lot of pressure on Australia's batsmen today. India's bowling Ravindra Jadeja gave 46 runs in 21 overs. And took 4 wickets. I didn't realize that Australia would bat so badly.

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Days back the pitch being made in favour of Indian spin bowling is into discussion. To make that true, today most wickets were to the spinners. Other than Cummins wicket, every wicket have fallen on Lbw, bowled out and stumping. Ashwin who hadn't got wickets have finally took the wickets of Cummins and Alex Carey. The match at the tea break, 174/8 and there is more chances of innings end within 200 runs. As said in the previous post, same struggle can be seen with the innings of India.

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Test cricket is a game of mouse and cat.

When you think you are getting top of the opposition, something exciting happens. India took 2 early wickets and the Indians were on top, then Smith-Clone Marnus happened and Aussie were back in the game. Exactly after that, Sir Jadeja showed his class and at the same period of time a nice cameo from Handscomb and Carrey. Their inning is still not finished so India must look to quick wrap up under 200 as they are batting last and it won't be a cakewalk.

We couldn't t ask for a better start to BGT. I hope we'll see a same fight between Indian batters and Australian bowlers.

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Quote from: Sithara007 on February 09, 2023, 04:13:15 AM

The partnership between Carey and Handscomb is looking good and may help Australia to reach a decent total. Carey has so far scored at more than a run a ball for his 35, while Handscomb have been more cautious. As per news reports, Handscomb was selected solely because he is right-handed. But the strategy seems to be working.

LOL.. just when we thought that the Australians got going, they lost one more wicket. Ravichandran Ashwin strikes, and Alex Carey is bowled. Now Australia is reeling at 162/6. Handscomb badly needs some support from the lower order batsmen.

Wow. Just checked the scorecard and find out that India has destroyed Australian batting line up. Eight wickets have gone down on just 173 runs. Peter Handscomb is still on the crease but Alex Carey has been eliminated by Ravichandran Ashwin. 40 overs left in todays play. India will definalty try to bowl out Australia before 200 while Aussies will try to reach 225, thats the maximum they can do today in front of mighty Indian bowling.

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Quote from: Sithara007 on February 09, 2023, 03:26:09 AM

Australia in deep trouble now. Both Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne are now back in pavilion. Ravindrasingh Jadeja has taken 3 out of the 5 wickets to fall so far. The partnership between Smith and Labuschagne gave an impression that Australia may make a comeback, but then the latter got out to an unnecessary shot. Now it is Handscomb and Carey at the crease. Australia looking perilous at 109/5 and may not even manage to get to a total of 200. Looks as if the outcome of the first test has been already decided in the first two sessions of play.

Sir Jadeja at his best again! Another partnership getting destroyed before it bloomed by Ashwin. He was kind of getting desperate as he was not able get wicket. Took the crucial wicket of Carey. 6 wickets gone and Australia have managed to score 168 runs. India looking to restrict the Aussie within 250 and the way they are bowling they might be able to do it.

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The partnership between Carey and Handscomb is looking good and may help Australia to reach a decent total. Carey has so far scored at more than a run a ball for his 35, while Handscomb have been more cautious. As per news reports, Handscomb was selected solely because he is right-handed. But the strategy seems to be working.

LOL.. just when we thought that the Australians got going, they lost one more wicket. Ravichandran Ashwin strikes, and Alex Carey is bowled. Now Australia is reeling at 162/6. Handscomb badly needs some support from the lower order batsmen.

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Australia vs India
Australia win the toss and choose to bat , they taught they will score a lot but unfortunately in just 47th over five of his main batter are dismissed but indian bowler, no one score rather than smith and Marnus Labuschagne, when I saw the score board I taught India were playing with oman Grin

, what happen to Australian batter I don't expect such kind of bad performance, but at the end all credit goes to indian bowler who put them in trouble😎, now the only hope for Australia is wicket keeper batter Alex Carey and Peter Handscomb, hope they will put his team away from difficult situation..

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Quote from: Minor Miner on February 09, 2023, 02:54:20 AM

The Australia team managed to collect 84 runs. Labuschange is batting very responsibly. He scored 49 runs unbeaten. On the other hand, Smith scored only 25 runs off 84 balls. He is batting amazingly.

Australia in deep trouble now. Both Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne are now back in pavilion. Ravindrasingh Jadeja has taken 3 out of the 5 wickets to fall so far. The partnership between Smith and Labuschagne gave an impression that Australia may make a comeback, but then the latter got out to an unnecessary shot. Now it is Handscomb and Carey at the crease. Australia looking perilous at 109/5 and may not even manage to get to a total of 200. Looks as if the outcome of the first test has been already decided in the first two sessions of play.

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Quote from: JSRAW on February 09, 2023, 02:47:34 AM

World number 1 and 2 batters are allowed to play well even against quality bowling Grin

lol they are at top for a reason.

So far there is no demon on the pitch as there is no inconsistent bounce or turn and batters need to apply themselves, that's what these 2 are doing.

I didn't like SKY's inclusion in the playing XI but i guess he's there for X-factor in absence of Pant. If by any chance he clicks then he can give you quick runs and that's what management is hoping.

Two wickets again in quick succession. 4 down but the real danger Smith is still playing. This match is going to be an epic one that is for sure. I am happy that MR 360 got a chance in this test match. Whether he can be as agressive as Panth we will come to know most probably by tomorrow. I also feel that if he performs then the management might give him more responsibility like make him the VC if test team too in the coming years. At the moment on the field it looks like Rohit is the captain and Kohli is the vice captain Grin

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Quote from: Sithara007 on February 09, 2023, 02:38:18 AM

So far so good for the Australians. First of all, they managed to win the toss (which can be very crucial in deciding the outcome of the match). The fact that they don't need to bat during the 4th innings should give them a psychological advantage. And so far, the combination of Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith have handled the Indian spinners relatively well. They were 2/2 at one point, and now they have crawled to 76/2. If these two can stay there till tea, then it will give an undeniable advantage to the Australians. BTW, Matt Renshaw and Peter Handscomb are next in line.

Australia stumbled in the beginning with the decision to bat after winning the toss. Openers David Warner and Usman Khawaja both got out for just 1 run. Australia lost two wickets for just two runs in 2.1 overs. When the opponent is a strong team like India, the top order players should definitely perform well. It is very difficult to collect big if the top order does not play well.

The Australia team managed to collect 84 runs. Labuschange is batting very responsibly. He scored 49 runs unbeaten. On the other hand, Smith scored only 25 runs off 84 balls. He is batting amazingly.

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Quote from: pakhitheboss on February 09, 2023, 02:14:25 AM

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It now seems that both Smith and Labuschagne are slowly turning the match. Indian spin is not looking that affective for now, may be after the lunch we might see some wickets taken by the spinners.

Good to see SKY and Bharat given an opportunity in this match. If KL Rahul was not selected as the VC of Indian team then I am pretty sure Shubman Gill would have been playing in today's match. India need to win all the 3 test matches in order to qualify for the Test World Cup.

World number 1 and 2 batters are allowed to play well even against quality bowling Grin

lol they are at top for a reason.

So far there is no demon on the pitch as there is no inconsistent bounce or turn and batters need to apply themselves, that's what these 2 are doing.

I didn't like SKY's inclusion in the playing XI but i guess he's there for X-factor in absence of Pant. If by any chance he clicks then he can give you quick runs and that's what management is hoping.

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So far so good for the Australians. First of all, they managed to win the toss (which can be very crucial in deciding the outcome of the match). The fact that they don't need to bat during the 4th innings should give them a psychological advantage. And so far, the combination of Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith have handled the Indian spinners relatively well. They were 2/2 at one point, and now they have crawled to 76/2. If these two can stay there till tea, then it will give an undeniable advantage to the Australians. BTW, Matt Renshaw and Peter Handscomb are next in line.

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Great start by the Indians. Ashwin, Jadeja and Axar are a deadly combo together while Siraj is in prime form these days. Labuschagne and Smith are playing well at the moment and they can screw India if their partnership keeps growing.

Am expecting one of the spinners to break their partnership. Evenly contested match so far!

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Australia had a bad start as they lost 2 wickets in quick succession early in the match. It now seems that both Smith and Labuschagne are slowly turning the match. Indian spin is not looking that affective for now, may be after the lunch we might see some wickets taken by the spinners.

Good to see SKY and Bharat given an opportunity in this match. If KL Rahul was not selected as the VC of Indian team then I am pretty sure Shubman Gill would have been playing in today's match. India need to win all the 3 test matches in order to qualify for the Test World Cup.

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Quote from: Sithara007 on February 08, 2023, 10:45:12 PM

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Aussie and Poms are saying this since the 70s so nothing new here.

The good thing is players and the vast majority of fans from these 2 countries stopped talking about pitches, it's just the media, the old guard and a few former cricketers making regular noise.

You would never hear such comments from the Indian side when they tour SENA countries. In fact, the complete ecosystem will shit on their player if they fail and focus on how to improve their performance instead of crying about the pitch.

Australians can't do much about the pitches. India will create dustbowls that will favor their spinners. But then, Australia can't retaliate by making pace-friendly pitches when India tours that country. Because India do have some very good seamers, who can destroy the Australians if they do so. Gone are the days when Australia used to have legendary pacers such as Lee, McGrath and Gillespie. Now they have a bunch of buffoons like Starc and Cummins. The best thing for them to do will be to focus on their game, rather than make too much noise about the pitch.

IMO, Australia should rather focus on their strengths. Smith and Labuschagne are in very good form, although I don't know how comfortable the latter is when he is dealing with the spinners. Their pacers do have experience from the IPL, so the pitches in India should not look too alien for them. Anyway, Australia will start the series as underdogs, with low expectation.

Main problem with SENA countries is they are not willing to produce good spinners and good batters of spin, barring a few exceptions. India started producing good seamers that's why they are competitive in SENA.

Anyway, lots of talk of Left-hand batters matching up against the Indian spinners and both openers lost their wickets against seamers. Having said that Aussie won a good toss so this would be a relief for them as India will bat last.

They are the number 1 team atm so i won't say underdog because they are in hot form as a team.

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