Looks like Australia will win this 2nd match by an innings thanks to some excellent batting and bowling performances. Sad to see players like Warner(2nd time recently) and Smith missing out on well-deserved centuries.
Marnus was consistent as usual. He got really lucky thanks to Buttler though. The below article sums up his ordeal perfectly.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.espncricinfo.com/story/aus-vs-eng-2nd-men-ashes-test-2021-22-jos-buttler-howler-encapsulates-england-wider-failings-1293562%3fplatform=amp
On the other hand, England already lost 2 wickets and are struggling currently. Looks like the result will be 2:0 in Australia's favor soon.
Topic: Test Cricket Prediction and Discussion Thread [self - mod] - page 726. (Read 153581 times)
473 is a big total for the English side. They have already lost 1 wicket and I do not think it will be an easy task for them now. Australia had a bad start initially but they were able to come back. I think this match is already slipping away from the English hand. The second session is crucial for the Eng, they should not lose anymore wickets in this session.
James Anderson breaking the partnership picking two wickets and today Steven Smith lost his century loosing his wicket for 93 runs and now Alex Carey lost his wicket and the tail is exposed. It is a matter of time how long Australia will bat.
The way in which Travis Head lost his wicket was ridiculous, clean bowled to a full toss from Joe Root
.
It wasn't full toss bhai but flighted delivery.The way in which Travis Head lost his wicket was ridiculous, clean bowled to a full toss from Joe Root
. England took some quick wickets but i fear damage is already done. This English team is in shambles, now their batsmen need to climb a Everest which sounds like a hard task considering their batting performance in recent time.
Australia should bat 10-15 more overs or so just to piss them off and take some advantage of twilight condition.
Sony to bring documentary on Australia-India Test series 2020-21 - "Down Underdogs - India's Greatest comeback".
Edit
Even tail is wagging for the Australia. Debutant Michael Neser murdering the weary bowlers and fielders.
Now Strac doing the damage.
James Anderson breaking the partnership picking two wickets and today Steven Smith lost his century loosing his wicket for 93 runs and now Alex Carey lost his wicket and the tail is exposed. It is a matter of time how long Australia will bat.
The way in which Travis Head lost his wicket was ridiculous, clean bowled to a full toss from Joe Root.
The way in which Travis Head lost his wicket was ridiculous, clean bowled to a full toss from Joe Root
. 
At the end of the first day, Australia collected 221 runs. Lost just two wickets. Earlier in the day, Australia lost Harris' wicket. Since then, Warner and Labuschange's efficient partnership has allowed Australia to collect more than 200 runs, losing just two wickets. Warner returned to the dressing room with 95 runs. Labuschang has scored 95 runs yet is unbeaten.
~
Shittt Davey!! why why? Poor guy missed a ton again. Aus 178/2
In 2016 Mark Nicholas started this curse for David Warner in Test as he lost his century because of commentators curse as Mark Nicholas was talking about David Warner not getting out in the 90s and just then he lost his wicket in his 90s and the video is available where Shane Warne gets frustrated in the commentator booth and he is going through that patch still Shittt Davey!! why why? Poor guy missed a ton again. Aus 178/2
, this is the second consecutive innings Warner missing his century in Ashes tournament. Link of that video where Mark Nicholas casting his jinx
Meanwhile, today's match is the 150th test outing for Stuart Broad. He and Jimmy Anderson are having the experience of 317 test matches between them. I really doubt whether we ever had such an experienced pace bowling duo at any time in the history of test cricket (please correct me in case I am wrong).
You are right. Both are well experienced player in test format. But their duo aren't helping England bowling lineup. Australia has collected 221 runs by losing two wickets only. Although Broad took an early wicket today, but Warner & Marnus Labuschagne made a good partnership in the second wicket. Mark Wood is not playing (dropped), but still some confusion about Leach. If Leach is in, then it is going to be a choice between Robinson and Woakes.
It was obvious that Leach will not be included in the final squad. He didn't bowl well in the first test match. Robinson and Woakes bowled well in the first match. So there was no reason to keep them out of the squad. 
Edit 1
Well done Buttler keep dropping sitters.
Buttler dropped Labuschagne on 21 and 95, Labuschagne has made England pay for these drops. Foundation has been setup by Warner and Labuschagne, its Australia who is in full command right now. Warner was unlucky to miss his 26th test hundred by just 5 runs.
Shittt Davey!! why why? Poor guy missed a ton again. Aus 178/2
English bowlers were about to ran out of carrots so this wicket should give them some boost but i suspect if we are going to see another new ball tonight, they are bowling too slow and doubt (unless they extend the game by half n hour or so), all D/N test fuss revolves around facing new ball under lights.
-----------
Edit
Here comes the new ball.
------------
Edit 1
Well done Buttler keep dropping sitters.
English bowlers were about to ran out of carrots so this wicket should give them some boost but i suspect if we are going to see another new ball tonight, they are bowling too slow and doubt (unless they extend the game by half n hour or so), all D/N test fuss revolves around facing new ball under lights.
-----------
Edit
Here comes the new ball.
------------
Edit 1
Well done Buttler keep dropping sitters.
Australia should have learned from the first match. We saw England's weak batting in the first innings of the previous match. Australia did not start well. If they lose Warner's wicket in the first session, they will go after the pressure. Warner made 15 off 57 balls and Labuschange made 10 off 38 balls. Perfect test batting.
Aus doing very good so far. They have lost only one wicket and manage to score 130 runs in 54 overs. They are doing justice with there batting, warner 67 of 141 balls and Marnus 55 of 163 balls. Warner is good in adopting the format very well, he just came from T20 WC and now batting perfectly in test. Anderson and Braud so far just manage to get 1 wicket.
This was interesting session. England has bowled well so far and it seems like they are now adopting Neil Wagner's short ball strategy, especially against the Marnus (Marnus is on road to become greatest batsman in modern era). Warner looked sketchy at start but now looking good. When playing at Adelaide Pink ball behaves dangerously under light so competition between bat and ball should be cracking.
England should watch out for DRS, they already wasted 2 reviews.
Edit
Including over rates.
England should watch out for DRS, they already wasted 2 reviews.
Edit
Including over rates.
legendary
Activity: 2884
Merit: 1115
Leading Crypto Sports Betting & Casino Platform
Probably Jimmy and Broad will stay in the final squad of second test match. And there is no reason to put Woakes out of the final squad. I think Leach will be not included in the match. England should focus much to improve their batting lineup rather than the bowling section.
The match is about to start in less than one hour, and it is confirmed that Michael Neser will be making his debut. Pat Cummins himself put up a tweet congratulating him. Meanwhile, today's match is the 150th test outing for Stuart Broad. He and Jimmy Anderson are having the experience of 317 test matches between them. I really doubt whether we ever had such an experienced pace bowling duo at any time in the history of test cricket (please correct me in case I am wrong). Mark Wood is not playing (dropped), but still some confusion about Leach. If Leach is in, then it is going to be a choice between Robinson and Woakes.
Australia should have learned from the first match. We saw England's weak batting in the first innings of the previous match. Australia did not start well. If they lose Warner's wicket in the first session, they will go after the pressure. Warner made 15 off 57 balls and Labuschange made 10 off 38 balls. Perfect test batting.
Probably Jimmy and Broad will stay in the final squad of second test match. And there is no reason to put Woakes out of the final squad. I think Leach will be not included in the match. England should focus much to improve their batting lineup rather than the bowling section.
The match is about to start in less than one hour, and it is confirmed that Michael Neser will be making his debut. Pat Cummins himself put up a tweet congratulating him. Meanwhile, today's match is the 150th test outing for Stuart Broad. He and Jimmy Anderson are having the experience of 317 test matches between them. I really doubt whether we ever had such an experienced pace bowling duo at any time in the history of test cricket (please correct me in case I am wrong). Mark Wood is not playing (dropped), but still some confusion about Leach. If Leach is in, then it is going to be a choice between Robinson and Woakes.
A bad start by the Australian side they have already lost an opener after winning the toss and elected to bat first. If the English team and get a couple more wickets in the first session then the Australian side will be in trouble. This match is going to be intresting.
Probably Jimmy and Broad will stay in the final squad of second test match. And there is no reason to put Woakes out of the final squad. I think Leach will be not included in the match. England should focus much to improve their batting lineup rather than the bowling section.
The match is about to start in less than one hour, and it is confirmed that Michael Neser will be making his debut. Pat Cummins himself put up a tweet congratulating him. Meanwhile, today's match is the 150th test outing for Stuart Broad. He and Jimmy Anderson are having the experience of 317 test matches between them. I really doubt whether we ever had such an experienced pace bowling duo at any time in the history of test cricket (please correct me in case I am wrong). Mark Wood is not playing (dropped), but still some confusion about Leach. If Leach is in, then it is going to be a choice between Robinson and Woakes.
Uh-oh not a good news for Aussie. New skipper and no 1 bowler in the world Pat Cummins is ruled out from the D/N test. Smudge will lead the team, this is a excellent opportunity for the England and their batters to get some runs.
I think the Australian teams are in trouble at the moment with injured players. Since Josh Hazlewood will not be playing, the Australians are forced to play David Warner. Hopefully, he might have recovered by now and that's why the selectors opted for him to play.
Not much is known about the intensity of injury Warner has. It may be he is partially injured and can play thats why he is not left out. Things will be cleared on the day 2nd test start. Jhye Richardson the replacement of Hazlewood is very young player, only played 2 tests so far. Its good chance for him to show his talent.
12 men squad, same batting line up. Now for the first pink ball test they are relying on Broad-Jimmy duo. Would be interesting to watch who they are going to leave out. Leach or Woakes-Jimmy-Broad?
Probably Jimmy and Broad will stay in the final squad of second test match. And there is no reason to put Woakes out of the final squad. I think Leach will be not included in the match. England should focus much to improve their batting lineup rather than the bowling section.~snip~
Warner won't be able to play with the same strength as he did it in the first test. Team management should leave him for the second test. Jhye Richardson, the young player will replace Hazlewood in the next match. I think, Hazlewood absence will not create much impact in Australian bowling lineup. 
Furthermore, David Warner will not be resting in the 2nd test and he will play even though he had the damaged rib. I remember that warner did not field in the second innings of the 1st test match. I don't understand why Australians need to play him even though he is not fully fit.
This decision may be beneficial to England
Similar mistake was made by England by giving chance to injured Ben stokes in first test and he was not able to perform. Its better to include a fit average player in playing 11 then to include an injured good player. Meanwhile Jhye Richardson will replace injured Josh Hazlewood in 2nd test at Adelaide.
If Aussies are going with injured Warner in 2nd test then surely it will benefit England.
I think the Australian teams are in trouble at the moment with injured players. Since Josh Hazlewood will not be playing, the Australians are forced to play David Warner. Hopefully, he might have recovered by now and that's why the selectors opted for him to play.
~snip~
Management and coach Silverwood playing 4d chess (they are big on rotation policy which is not helping anymore), for some weird reasons they believe that pink ball setup suits their team's strength and they wanted their best bowlers to fresh for the Pink ball hence no Broad-Jimmy. Bizarre thinking considering whenever they play Pink ball test in away condition, they gets hammered by opposition.
Management and coach Silverwood playing 4d chess (they are big on rotation policy which is not helping anymore), for some weird reasons they believe that pink ball setup suits their team's strength and they wanted their best bowlers to fresh for the Pink ball hence no Broad-Jimmy. Bizarre thinking considering whenever they play Pink ball test in away condition, they gets hammered by opposition.
I personally believe they decided to surprise Australia thinking it would work for them, but the jokes on them because it backfired spectacularly. Furthermore their over reliance on Stokes shows how weak their planning actually is, and for this the selectors and the board too should take responsibility for failing to prepare a competitive side.
12 men squad, same batting line up. Now for the first pink ball test they are relying on Broad-Jimmy duo. Would be interesting to watch who they are going to leave out. Leach or Woakes-Jimmy-Broad?
Furthermore, David Warner will not be resting in the 2nd test and he will play even though he had the damaged rib. I remember that warner did not field in the second innings of the 1st test match. I don't understand why Australians need to play him even though he is not fully fit.
This decision may be beneficial to England
Similar mistake was made by England by giving chance to injured Ben stokes in first test and he was not able to perform. Its better to include a fit average player in playing 11 then to include an injured good player. Meanwhile Jhye Richardson will replace injured Josh Hazlewood in 2nd test at Adelaide.
If Aussies are going with injured Warner in 2nd test then surely it will benefit England.
Jump to: