WTC final (Southampton)

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WTC final (Southampton)

Post by tiger76 » Thu Jun 17, 2021 10:19 pm

This starts tomorrow and can run until the 23rd June due to there being a reserve day allotted.

Tough one to call, but I just have a sneaking feeling for NZ they look a well rounded outfit, and they must have benefitted from playing in English conditions already this summer, so if I was forced to pick a winner I'd favour the Kiwi's just.

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by Bordeauxclaret » Thu Jun 17, 2021 10:21 pm

With the forecast I’d say a draw.

If they get enough play I’d expect New Zealand to win over here with having a few warm up games against a poor opposition.

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by Quickenthetempo » Thu Jun 17, 2021 10:44 pm

If it was a 5 match Test series I would expect NZ to win easily over here.
But there's too many variables at play.

Have the ICC prepared the wicket? It usually spins down there already. It might be like Mumbai if they prepare it.

Hopefully the forecast bad weather stays away.

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by ClaretTony » Thu Jun 17, 2021 10:44 pm

Shame but I can’t see there being too much play given the forecast down there over the next few days

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by RammyClaret61 » Thu Jun 17, 2021 11:12 pm

Wasn’t this scheduled to be at Lords?

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by tiger76 » Thu Jun 17, 2021 11:22 pm

RammyClaret61 wrote:
Thu Jun 17, 2021 11:12 pm
Wasn’t this scheduled to be at Lords?
Yes it was, but due to Hampshire having a bio-secure environment they decided to switch it to there, which might favour India, but until we actually see the pitch who knows.

I didn't realise the weather forecast was so bad, even accounting for the English summer you'd expect at least a few dry days during June if nothing else, it would be a real shame if this historic showpiece was ruined by the weather, but sadly it doesn't sound very promising for the prospect of much play.

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by RammyClaret61 » Fri Jun 18, 2021 12:12 am

tiger76 wrote:
Thu Jun 17, 2021 11:22 pm
Yes it was, but due to Hampshire having a bio-secure environment they decided to switch it to there, which might favour India, but until we actually see the pitch who knows.

I didn't realise the weather forecast was so bad, even accounting for the English summer you'd expect at least a few dry days during June if nothing else, it would be a real shame if this historic showpiece was ruined by the weather, but sadly it doesn't sound very promising for the prospect of much play.
Flaming June!!

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by Silkyskills1 » Fri Jun 18, 2021 10:27 am

tiger76 wrote:
Thu Jun 17, 2021 11:22 pm
Yes it was, but due to Hampshire having a bio-secure environment they decided to switch it to there, which might favour India, but until we actually see the pitch who knows.

I didn't realise the weather forecast was so bad, even accounting for the English summer you'd expect at least a few dry days during June if nothing else, it would be a real shame if this historic showpiece was ruined by the weather, but sadly it doesn't sound very promising for the prospect of much play.
'a few dry days in June

We've had 18 dry days so far.

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by tiger76 » Fri Jun 18, 2021 10:39 am

Silkyskills1 wrote:
Fri Jun 18, 2021 10:27 am
'a few dry days in June

We've had 18 dry days so far.
Well the weather has certainly broken now that's for sure. and it looks like being a washout at Southampton alas.

It's even lashing down in London, so clearly the Scotland fans have taken the rain down with them as it's a glorious day here in Glasgow. :)

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by Quickenthetempo » Sat Jun 19, 2021 11:17 am

Decent cricket this morning.

India have made 41-0 but quite a bit of movement for the bowlers.

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by tiger76 » Sat Jun 19, 2021 12:12 pm

1st wicket for NZ 62-1, I'm just glad they're finally playing at last.

69-2 both openers gone.

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by tiger76 » Sat Jun 19, 2021 4:06 pm

Off for bad light, India 134-3 Kohli going well on 40. But NZ bowling well and keeping things tight.

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by Quickenthetempo » Wed Jun 23, 2021 11:34 am

It's been a great Test match despite the weather. The bowling has been magnificent and application shown by the batsman is top drawer.

It's the last day (6th) and is set up great.

Hopefully India set NZ around 150 to win with enough overs to take it on.

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by claretonthecoast1882 » Wed Jun 23, 2021 12:09 pm

India 5 down leading by 79, still a chance of a kiwi win

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by claretonthecoast1882 » Wed Jun 23, 2021 2:25 pm

2 in 3 balls for Boult including Pant

156/8 leading by 124

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by claretonthecoast1882 » Wed Jun 23, 2021 2:42 pm

all out

139 needed just over 50 overs left

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by Quickenthetempo » Wed Jun 23, 2021 2:55 pm

Should be a great finish.

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by claretonthecoast1882 » Wed Jun 23, 2021 3:03 pm

Quickenthetempo wrote:
Wed Jun 23, 2021 2:55 pm
Should be a great finish.
Some effort by the kiwis with the ball, hopefully they go on and do it.

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by Quickenthetempo » Wed Jun 23, 2021 4:56 pm

NZ look to be leaving it a bit late to get these runs in time.
They don't want to be chasing 5 an over later on.

India could just bowl wide one side and pack the field. Bowl 2 bouncers an over etc..

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by Quickenthetempo » Wed Jun 23, 2021 4:57 pm

8 comes off the over as I typed.

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by Quickenthetempo » Wed Jun 23, 2021 6:26 pm

Just 12 needed to win now.

The chase was timed to perfection by the coolest man in Cricket.

Fair play to India, they haven't employed any negative tactics.

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Re: WTC final (Southampton)

Post by tiger76 » Wed Jun 23, 2021 8:12 pm

Well done to the Kiwi's they deserve something after their efforts over the past few years, and a great shout by whoever decided to add the 6th day, without it this game would have probably drifted into a rain affected draw, but with it we got a cracking finish.
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