ICC Champions Trophy 2017

[SaiSrini]

Pakistan came out of India, and Bangladesh came out of Pakistan. And only these three teams are left to fight for the Champions Trophy 2017.

 

[Velocity]

That was a good win by Pakistan. They deserved it. They bowled exceptionally well and they are getting better and better since that India defeat. England on the other hand, well you can't necessarly blame the pitch, it is just great Pakistan bowling and the unability to put Pakistan on the backfoot. It's clear today England lacked their usual aggression. They missed Woakes, who was their prime wickettaking bowler. Well deserved Pakistan win, it is a bit farfetched, butI belive they are real favorites to win the Champions Trophy.

 

[Alexei.]

CT 2017: ICC officials struggle as fans might not show up for the first semi-final - CricTracker

 

[zwarrior]

Pakistan came out of India, and Bangladesh came out of Pakistan. And only these three teams are left to fight for the Champions Trophy 2017.

Haha. Two amazing posts

 

[Rehan_24]

Step by step. Sri Lanka first!

England down and out as well. Who's Next?

On a separate note, The most criticism done on Pakistan team throughout the tournament was from Gangully and Manjerakar. They under-estimated the team a lot after the Indian defeat. Let's see what their views are when Pakistan now in the finals. Writing your arch rival off is easier than praising and accepting them. People say things about Ramiz Raja's Commentary abilities but atleast he tries to remain unbiased and praise the opposition performances with open heart. I can remember, After the India match, Gangually was talking about the Era of Salim Malik and Javed, While forgetting that Shoaib Akhtar and Shahid Afridi scared the hell out of him million times during the clashes. 1999 to 2004 Moreover, He said Post 2007 T20 WC, There has been no competition between two teams. I guess he forgot the Six hit by Shahid Afridi to Ashwin to clinch the dramatic win in the Asia Cup. And in 2013, We won the series there in India when Junaid Khan destroyed the batting line up quite a few times in the same series. Though India has improved a lot and adapted itself greatly to ODI Cricket, but the fact is that matches have been played very few. Let's do a one day and test series after every two years to judge the capabilities. Pakistan was top-notch in Test Matches under Misbah Captaincy and was among top 3 sides. That time was wasted to have a decider test series. Anyway

 

[LiveLoveABD]

England down and out as well. Who's Next?

On a separate note, The most criticism done on Pakistan team throughout the tournament was from Gangully and Manjerakar. They under-estimated the team a lot after the Indian defeat. Let's see what their views are when Pakistan now in the finals. Writing your arch rival off is easier than praising and accepting them. People say things about Ramiz Raja's Commentary abilities but atleast he tries to remain unbiased and praise the opposition performances with open heart. I can remember, After the India match, Gangually was talking about the Era of Salim Malik and Javed, While forgetting that Shoaib Akhtar and Shahid Afridi scared the hell out of him million times during the clashes. 1999 to 2004 Moreover, He said Post 2007 T20 WC, There has been no competition between two teams. I guess he forgot the Six hit by Shahid Afridi to Ashwin to clinch the dramatic win in the Asia Cup. And in 2013, We won the series there in India when Junaid Khan destroyed the batting line up quite a few times in the same series. Though India has improved a lot and adapted itself greatly to ODI Cricket, but the fact is that matches have been played very few. Let's do a one day and test series after every two years to judge the capabilities. Pakistan was top-notch in Test Matches under Misbah Captaincy and was among top 3 sides. That time was wasted to have a decider test series. Anyway

Yes, Ganguly and Manjerekar should be banned. Raja should be knighted and Rashid Latif should be made ICC chairman! Why are you comparing commentators? Is it any use? They have their views, like you have yours. Do you have an ounce of justification for the garbage Latif posted? Very honestly, there is no competition between Indo-Pak in LOI since the 2007 WC in ICC events. They were not talking about international matches in general. And like you, even I would have loved a test series although 2 years back Pakistan was the clear better team. For 2 years even stevens, now with Misbah and Younus out, I think India have the advantage.

As for my 'step by step' comment- It was made with good intent. I am as happy as you about Pakistan making the final. Hell, if it had been a PAK-ENG final, I would have supported PAK. But, right now you are talking as if India and Pakistan have been at the same level as limited overs teams for 10 years which is rubbish. Also, while there is a lot of respect for Akhtar and Afridi, particularly Afridi, you need to visit a psychiatrist about the 'scared the shit out of them' part. These cricketers are not scared of anyone. Not Indians, nor Pakistanis. They're pro's ffs. Sourav Ganguly is the same chap that beat Pakistan with Afridi and Akhtar in it in their own den. I'm not mentioning the WC defeat because basically all Indian captains have done that!

Calm down and enjoy the fact that Pak is in an ICC final! Be proud as well. Your team has played out of their skin!

 

[CerealKiller]

Yes, Ganguly and Manjerekar should be banned. Raja should be knighted and Rashid Latif should be made ICC chairman! Why are you comparing commentators? Is it any use? They have their views, like you have yours. Do you have an ounce of justification for the garbage Latif posted? Very honestly, there is no competition between Indo-Pak in LOI since the 2007 WC in ICC events. They were not talking about international matches in general. And like you, even I would have loved a test series although 2 years back Pakistan was the clear better team. For 2 years even stevens, now with Misbah and Younus out, I think India have the advantage.

As for my 'step by step' comment- It was made with good intent. I am as happy as you about Pakistan making the final. Hell, if it had been a PAK-ENG final, I would have supported PAK. But, right now you are talking as if India and Pakistan have been at the same level as limited overs teams for 10 years which is rubbish. Also, while there is a lot of respect for Akhtar and Afridi, particularly Afridi, you need to visit a psychiatrist about the 'scared the shit out of them' part. These cricketers are not scared of anyone. Not Indians, nor Pakistanis. They're pro's ffs. Sourav Ganguly is the same chap that beat Pakistan with Afridi and Akhtar in it in their own den. I'm not mentioning the WC defeat because basically all Indian captains have done that!

Calm down and enjoy the fact that Pak is in an ICC final! Be proud as well. Your team has played out of their skin!

When did he mention Latif? You're just obsessed with him or something.

 

[zwarrior]

The most criticism done on Pakistan team throughout the tournament was from Gangully and Manjerakar. They under-estimated the team

So, are you saying all the people in this forum and all over the globe didn't underestimate them including people from your nation ?

People say things about Ramiz Raja's Commentary abilities but atleast he tries to remain unbiased

Ya, you should hear him as Non-Pakistani. Then you will get to know.

While forgetting that Shoaib Akhtar and Shahid Afridi scared the hell out of him million times during the clashes.

LOL ok.

I guess he forgot the Six hit by Shahid Afridi to Ashwin to clinch the dramatic win in the Asia Cup.

You forgot how many times Sachin/Kohli smashed you ?

And in 2013, We won the series there

True. But he was talking about ICC events.

Let's do a one day and test series after every two years to judge the capabilities.

Yes, because if you or I tell, they will hold the series.


Tbh, most of us are happy about Pakistani reaching finals as they were one of the weakest teams coming into the league and it's good for cricket. And yes, they have reached the finals and proved everyone wrong. Even you or your fellow countrymen wouldn't have thought that Pakistan will reach the finals. But you are bashing others because they said the same thing. I can understand your excitement but these are coming from an over-excited Pakistani fan because your team reached finals.
Anyway

 

[CerealKiller]

England down and out as well. Who's Next?

On a separate note, The most criticism done on Pakistan team throughout the tournament was from Gangully and Manjerakar. They under-estimated the team a lot after the Indian defeat. Let's see what their views are when Pakistan now in the finals. Writing your arch rival off is easier than praising and accepting them. People say things about Ramiz Raja's Commentary abilities but atleast he tries to remain unbiased and praise the opposition performances with open heart. I can remember, After the India match, Gangually was talking about the Era of Salim Malik and Javed, While forgetting that Shoaib Akhtar and Shahid Afridi scared the hell out of him million times during the clashes. 1999 to 2004 Moreover, He said Post 2007 T20 WC, There has been no competition between two teams. I guess he forgot the Six hit by Shahid Afridi to Ashwin to clinch the dramatic win in the Asia Cup. And in 2013, We won the series there in India when Junaid Khan destroyed the batting line up quite a few times in the same series. Though India has improved a lot and adapted itself greatly to ODI Cricket, but the fact is that matches have been played very few. Let's do a one day and test series after every two years to judge the capabilities. Pakistan was top-notch in Test Matches under Misbah Captaincy and was among top 3 sides. That time was wasted to have a decider test series. Anyway

I won't comment on Manjrekar, but Ganguly's criticism was well directed. He didn't simply lambast the team like some of our own media has done, he pointed at mistakes, and he said that he hopes Pakistan corrects them. He is not like Sehwag or other people like that. Ganguly might not be such a good commentator, but he certainly is a gentleman.
I think we should be celebrating this moment, and not caring about who criticised who. Our team has shut a lot of people up, including myself, and i am not ashamed to admit that, in fact i am proud to. If they're talking, let them talk.

 

[zwarrior]

Toss is delayed. ;(

India won the toss. That's little bit relieving.

 

[asprin]

Michael Vaughan on Twitter

Great to see a FRESH un used Pitch for a major Tournament Semi Final

Oh the sarcasm!

 

[Bigby Wolf]

No changes in the Squad for either teams.

 

[aditya123]

I would`ve liked us to bat first today. Bangladesh do not have the experience of chasing in a big game. If we allow Bangladesh to put up a decent score, the variety in their bowling might just surprise us in the chase. We need to get Tamim early today. I`d even open with Ashwin. I`m disappointed with our bowling lineup. Despite Shami and Umesh being such good options, we have opted to go with the soft option in Pandya. Bangladesh struggled against Umesh in the warmup game as well. Bumrah bowls really defensive lengths with the new ball. Umesh and Shami bowl the 'Pakistani' length with the new ball. I`m disappointed with the defensive mindset.

 

[asprin]

Call it reverse jinx or a gut feeling, but I'm thinking it's gonna be Bangladesh's day today. India should have batted first.

 

[CerealKiller]

Michael Vaughan on Twitter


Oh the sarcasm!