Well, theoratically at leastWho beat the hosts defending an average total. Couldn't say anything unless the matches are being played. Could've or should've shouldn't come in to question in what can't be changed.[DOUBLEPOST=1562676610][/DOUBLEPOST]Review saves Ross Taylor.
Seems pretty much like Pakistan fans drawing comparisons to 1992 WC
I think India went with the extra batsmen seeing the conditions and pitch. And so far, both Jadeja and Bhuvi have been excellent with the ball. 1-34 in 10, is awesome returns for Jaddu.
Also seeing the pitch, Bhuvi’s slower pace is actually working. Shami would’ve given more pace, which in this pitch won’t be ideal.
Wonder how India will approach this if target is revised. We’ve the batting resources to chase what is asked from us (from here on). To me, MSD the batsman is going to be mighty crucial on this pitch and I’m saying it in a positive way (fingers crossed)
I don't think MS would be needed. If Rohit gets going, then he might go for the kill.
So if it does not stop raining for another 1 hour 15 minutes, no overs would be lost. If we loose overs, India's DLS score looks like 237 in 46 overs. Will be a tricky chase for sure.
Does anyone else feel that the coverage of this game has been lopsided as hell? This isn't a one-sided contest at all so far, given the conditions. Yet, all commentators keep saying that NZ has batted way too slowly, etc. NZ have kept themselves in the hunt here and all it takes to tilt this in their favor is just 2 new ball wickets. I hope we do not get back on today at all and rather have to bat on a less gloomy day than this. A curtailed chase would mean Dhoni becomes a liability yet again with the bat (a 6 rpo req RR).