Rain is playing a factor in this match, when Australia looked like they had a momentum in the match because of the top order performance, rain is pouring in to delay the proceedings and i wont be surprised if the match ends up in a draw as India have a good batting line up considering the pitch is not helping the bowlers.
Edit: The match started again.
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Will Pucovski started test match career started off in the right direction scoring a half century on debut. He was looking good to go on and score a century but it wasn't to be. India really need to break up this partnership of Labuschagne and Smith if they want to restrict Australia to under 400 runs but if they can't then we could see a big total for Australia of 450+. This is Smith's home test match which is what I mentioned a few posts back and he always seems to play well at the SCG and that he could return to form which he is looking likely at the moment.
I must say that if the reports are true about the Indian team not wanting to quarantine in Brisbane after this match and risk the match being call off I think is wrong by the team. That is the rules in Queensland and at the end of the day the Indian team shouldn't act this way because there is a pandemic right now and they should follow the rules. I just don't understand why they would think this way anyway if the reports are true.
I must say that if the reports are true about the Indian team not wanting to quarantine in Brisbane after this match and risk the match being call off I think is wrong by the team. That is the rules in Queensland and at the end of the day the Indian team shouldn't act this way because there is a pandemic right now and they should follow the rules. I just don't understand why they would think this way anyway if the reports are true.
the occasional drop catches from the Indian fielders will help them as well 
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You do not need to worry about dropped catches, Rishabh Pant is there behind the stumps and yesterday he dropped two and more to come in the match and i consider him as the worst wicket keeper India ever produced, there is no point in keeping him in the team if he is going to drop catches and that too in a crucial position and they need to replace with a specialist who really know to collect the ball rather than a batsman who drops catches every match..I saw a stat that he dropped 9 catches in 20 catches that came his way in Test matches and he should be crowned as the worst keeper in history along with Kamran Akmal
. Bhai I think you didn't get to watch the game live, pitch is almost flat. Batsmen were middling every ball except 5-6 balls in whole day and the way Marnus and Smith are batting, it wouldn't be surprise if one of them reach the 3 fiqure.
I hope Marnus Labuschagne could go on to score a century as he got starts in the series but was not able to capitalize and convert them into big innings and Steven Smith failed miserably in the first two matches and hopefully this will be a comeback performance as well and the occasional drop catches from the Indian fielders will help them as well . I agree with you. Pakistan's domestic cricket is not that much developed. But still, Pakistan has enough talented players. It is the responsibility of the cricket board to guide them properly. If these talents are lost, they will not be able to return to the truck in the next few years. They need to take the necessary steps so that the talents they have will not be lost. Then they have to improve their domestic cricket.
To tell the truth, the domestic cricket is in a bad state in all the countries in South Asia. In terms of quality, the domestic tournaments such as Ranji Trophy and the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy is far behind county cricket of England or Sheffield Shield of Australia. I would even say that the Plunket Shield of New Zealand and Sunfoil series of South Africa is more competitive than these Asian tournaments.
It should be close to 400, batting is going to be more comfortable from day 2 and Aussie already going at 3+ run rate. So close to 400 shouldn't be big task even if they bat only 2 sessions.
India would be very happy if they restrict them under 350 as average total in Sydney is close to 400ish runs. (Edit: in recent years)
India would be very happy if they restrict them under 350 as average total in Sydney is close to 400ish runs. (Edit: in recent years)
Anything above 300 is going to put Indian in a difficult situation. It is not that hard anyway. Steve Smith is not in good form and only Marnus Labuschagne has scored runs on a consistent basis. If India manages to get one or two quick wickets at the start of play tomorrow, then they may be able to restrict Australia to 290-300. Momentum is with India after the second test and they needs to make sure that it stays that way.
The game is in Australia's hands currently, but I feel this match might end in a draw due to rain interference.
I think so. The match may end in a draw due to rain. If the Indian team sees that they cannot win the match, then they will do their best to draw the match. I think the rain will help India. The Australian team is in a good position now.
Didn't watch the India-Australia test live and decided to check the news and the first thing that almost all news outlets displayed was Pant and his dropped catches. Pant must feel embarrassed on so many levels.
Feel really sad for him. Looks like he is the new meme-boy after Shaw. The game is in Australia's hands currently, but I feel this match might end in a draw due to rain interference.
Feel really sad for him. Looks like he is the new meme-boy after Shaw. The game is in Australia's hands currently, but I feel this match might end in a draw due to rain interference.
@Indymoney mate, I totally agree with you. Many thought that since the new Prime Minister of Pakistan was a former cricketer, he might take appropriate steps for the development of cricket. We don't know if he has taken any action. But so far I have not seen any improvement in Pakistan's game. On the contrary, they are declining day by day. At the moment all forms of corruption must be stopped from the board of Pakistan. Then it is hoped that in the next few years the Pakistan team will regain its reputation.
You are blaming the decline of Pakistani cricket on the administration. IMO, it is not that easy. Management is not the only reason why the performance is going down. I had already pointed out other factors in my previous posts. The poor quality of domestic cricket and lack of proper cricketing infrastructure are some of the reasons. The Pakistani first class cricket still remains in a very bad state. Unless the quality of domestic cricket is improved, I don't expect any miracles in the long term.
It should be close to 400, batting is going to be more comfortable from day 2 and Aussie already going at 3+ run rate. So close to 400 shouldn't be big task even if they bat only 2 sessions.
India would be very happy if they restrict them under 350 as average total in Sydney is close to 400ish runs. (Edit: in recent years)
India would be very happy if they restrict them under 350 as average total in Sydney is close to 400ish runs. (Edit: in recent years)
Anything above 300 is going to put Indian in a difficult situation. It is not that hard anyway. Steve Smith is not in good form and only Marnus Labuschagne has scored runs on a consistent basis. If India manages to get one or two quick wickets at the start of play tomorrow, then they may be able to restrict Australia to 290-300. Momentum is with India after the second test and they needs to make sure that it stays that way.
Could not got to see the game today, well under such situation OZ are heading towards a big score and India may only feel good about today is that they got Warner very early atleast else he would also have been in those 3 figure mark. If in next couple of days also we do expect the Rain then some overs will be out of the play. If OZ tomorrow do not get all out then India may have a difficult time unless they could manage to bat well and build good partnership like OZ team.
It should be close to 400, batting is going to be more comfortable from day 2 and Aussie already going at 3+ run rate. So close to 400 shouldn't be big task even if they bat only 2 sessions.
India would be very happy if they restrict them under 350 as average total in Sydney is close to 400ish runs. (Edit: in recent years)
India would be very happy if they restrict them under 350 as average total in Sydney is close to 400ish runs. (Edit: in recent years)
Anything above 300 is going to put Indian in a difficult situation. It is not that hard anyway. Steve Smith is not in good form and only Marnus Labuschagne has scored runs on a consistent basis. If India manages to get one or two quick wickets at the start of play tomorrow, then they may be able to restrict Australia to 290-300. Momentum is with India after the second test and they needs to make sure that it stays that way.
It should be close to 400, batting is going to be more comfortable from day 2 and Aussie already going at 3+ run rate. So close to 400 shouldn't be big task even if they bat only 2 sessions.
India would be very happy if they restrict them under 350 as average total in Sydney is close to 400ish runs. (Edit: in recent years)
India would be very happy if they restrict them under 350 as average total in Sydney is close to 400ish runs. (Edit: in recent years)
Anything above 300 is going to put Indian in a difficult situation. It is not that hard anyway. Steve Smith is not in good form and only Marnus Labuschagne has scored runs on a consistent basis. If India manages to get one or two quick wickets at the start of play tomorrow, then they may be able to restrict Australia to 290-300. Momentum is with India after the second test and they needs to make sure that it stays that way.
AUS is going to post a huge total I guess, if the rain didn't stop the play then probably they might be unbeaten at 300+. Two new test bowlers managed to get each wicket still the line up looks weak against such a huge record team on a particular venue.
It needs to be seen how much they will manage, because most of their batsmen (including Steve Smith) seems to be out of form. Will Pucovski batted sensibly today, along with Marnus Labuschagne. But the Australian fortunes will depend a lot on the ongoing partnership between Smith and Labuschagne. Other lower order batsmen such as Paine and Wade are also not in good form, so I am not expecting much from them.
India would be very happy if they restrict them under 350 as average total in Sydney is close to 400ish runs. (Edit: in recent years)
After such a horrible start, Australia managed to reach 166/2. I wasn't impressed with his performance during the warmup matches, but today he handled the Indian bowlers really well (aided by some poor fielding from the other side). Now it is up to the top Australian partnership of Steven Smith and Marnus Labuschagne. Tomorrow we will get an idea about which way this match is going to swing.
If Indian batting able to handle situation then most chances we are going with Draw option otherwise after watching today fielding its going to be for Australia because if you are dropping catches then you have nothing to do just wait for some big burden of runs and feel pressure like Pakistan done few days back.After such a horrible start, Australia managed to reach 166/2. I wasn't impressed with his performance during the warmup matches, but today he handled the Indian bowlers really well (aided by some poor fielding from the other side). Now it is up to the top Australian partnership of Steven Smith and Marnus Labuschagne. Tomorrow we will get an idea about which way this match is going to swing.
If Indian batting able to handle situation then most chances we are going with Draw option otherwise after watching today fielding its going to be for Australia because if you are dropping catches then you have nothing to do just wait for some big burden of runs and feel pressure like Pakistan done few days back.
After such a horrible start, Australia managed to reach 166/2. I wasn't impressed with his performance during the warmup matches, but today he handled the Indian bowlers really well (aided by some poor fielding from the other side). Now it is up to the top Australian partnership of Steven Smith and Marnus Labuschagne. Tomorrow we will get an idea about which way this match is going to swing.
Finally Australia is able to create a good partnership and shout outs to Rishabh Pant from the entire Australian cricket fans for helping them by dropping catches . Will Pucovski finally made his debut and hopefully he will convert to a big century and hopefully Steve Smith returns to form and score big. Rain interrupted in the morning session and hopefully we will not have any further delays in the next four days.
. Will Pucovski finally made his debut and hopefully he will convert to a big century and hopefully Steve Smith returns to form and score big. Rain interrupted in the morning session and hopefully we will not have any further delays in the next four days. Saini is the new debutant on the list.
After 1st game everyone thought that it would be one sided series for obvious reason but Indians did fight back beautifully and now we can expect same from Aussie.
After 1st game everyone thought that it would be one sided series for obvious reason but Indians did fight back beautifully and now we can expect same from Aussie.
All eyes will be on Rohit Sharma in this test. Saw a couple of overs of Md Shiraz, this guy is bowling with a lot of confidence. He took the crucial wicket of David Warner. Google probability score still states a 60 percent chance for Australia to win this test. Let's see how it changes as the game progresses.
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Lol our boy Pant dropped the catch.
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2 drop catch --- Rishabh Pant---
Well deserve 50 for debutant Will Pucovski, he was lucky but luck always favors the brave. So far no demons on the pitch.
All eyes will be on Rohit Sharma in this test. Saw a couple of overs of Md Shiraz, this guy is bowling with a lot of confidence. He took the crucial wicket of David Warner. Google probability score still states a 60 percent chance for Australia to win this test. Let's see how it changes as the game progresses.
Just ridiculous. Australia at 31/1 and they have lost one of their top batsman. And Google predictor claims that there is a 60% chance for Australian win? Either they are not going by the real-time score, or they are giving too much advantage to Australia on the basis of toss and home advantage. The momentum is with India and they have the advantage after Warner got out.
Saini is the new debutant on the list.
After 1st game everyone thought that it would be one sided series for obvious reason but Indians did fight back beautifully and now we can expect same from Aussie.
After 1st game everyone thought that it would be one sided series for obvious reason but Indians did fight back beautifully and now we can expect same from Aussie.
All eyes will be on Rohit Sharma in this test. Saw a couple of overs of Md Shiraz, this guy is bowling with a lot of confidence. He took the crucial wicket of David Warner. Google probability score still states a 60 percent chance for Australia to win this test. Let's see how it changes as the game progresses.
No movement at all so far in Sydney and ball coming at bat nicely, it's clearly a batting track but David Warner looked in hurry and threw away his wicket, poor guy..
I am expecting big totals here.
Rain stopped the play too early, don't know how this day is going to be because the clouds are still dark so possible for more drizzle in Sydney. Warner came back after a break and threw his wicket too early to Siraj. Good start for India hope they will continue the things as of now if the game resumes.I am expecting big totals here.
Frustrating day for everyone. Just 7 overs of play possible till now and once again Australia looks to be in trouble. No one really expected India to win a single match in this series, but now a series win looks like a real possibility. With Steve Smith out of form, all eyes will be on Marnus Labuschagne to help Australia to a total above 300. But the initial trends doesn't look good for Australia.
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