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Ashes 2023 ENG vs AUS 3rd Test Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report

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Ashes 2023 ENG vs AUS 3rd Test Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report

Ashes 2023 ENG vs AUS 3rd Test Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report | Ashes 2023 2nd Test Dream11 Prediction Today | Headingley Pitch Report

It’s been all about the “spirit of cricket” in recent days. Now, attention must turn to the cricket itself. That is especially the case for England after feeling hard done by with regards to the Jonny Bairstow dismissal, but must win this Test much to keep their hopes of regaining the Ashes alive.

Truth be told, England were well under par at Lord’s. They were blessed with conditions in their favour for most of the game, but were unable to capitalise due to poor bowling on day one, brainless batting on days two and three, and further poor cricket in the second innings.

At Headingley, there is no room for error against an Australia team that is going about its business quietly. That includes staying in your crease until the ball is dead. Combine this with the fact that the Bazball style of play is a high risk for reward strategy, and the hosts find themselves in a difficult predicament indeed.

However, Australia need not take anything for granted. On the same ground where Ben Stokes was the architect of one of the all-time great wins, victory for England here will only increase the noise and belief among the public that this team on its way back. So the focus for the team, in the great Steve Smith’s 100th Test match, is for another efficient display to kill off the series in what will surely be an intense and raucous atmosphere.

Eyes will be on the opening combination of Warner and Khawaja as they look to enjoy another solid Test. Also, can Marnus Labuschagne get a foothold in the series? Will Smith and Travis Head hurt England again? And, importantly, how well will the attack keep England at bay?

Ashes 2023 ENG vs AUS 3rd Test Possible Playing XIs

England have confirmed their XI. Ollie Pope is ruled out. Moeen Ali comes back into the XI, while Chris Woakes and Mark Wood make their first appearances in this series. James Anderson and Josh Tongue have been left out.

England: 1. Zak Crawley, 2. Ben Duckett, 3. Harry Brook, 4. Joe Root, 5. Ben Stokes (c), 6. Jonny Bairstow (wk), 7. Moeen Ali, 8. Chris Woakes, 9. Ollie Robinson, 10. Mark Wood, 11. Stuart Broad

Australia may look to rest Josh Hazlewood who has played both matches. However, he performed brilliantly at Headingley in 2019, where he took match figures of 9/115.

Also, Todd Murphy is set to replace the injured Nathan Lyon, who has been ruled out for the series. Cameron Green reportedly came out of the Lord’s Test with soreness and didn’t train on the eve of the match.

Australia: 1. David Warner, 2. Usman Khawaja, 3. Marnus Labuschagne, 4. Steve Smith, 5. Travis Head, 6. Cameron Green/Mitchell Marsh, 7. Alex Carey (wk), 8. Pat Cummins (c), 9. Mitchell Starc, 10. Todd Murphy, 11. Josh Hazlewood/Scott Boland

Ashes 2023 ENG vs AUS 3rd Test Dream11 Prediction: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

England:

  • Joe Root’s lack of runs hurt England at Lord’s. The champion batsman is the highest run-scorer of any current player in Tests at Headingley: 15 inns, 642 runs, avg. 45.85.
  • We can all remember the great innings Ben Stokes played here in 2019. And, it looked as if he would repeat it at Lord’s a few days ago. Expect the skipper to have a big match.
  • Eyes will also be on Jonny Bairstow after his error in England’s run chase. The keeper-batsman has an excellent record at Headingley, with 573 runs at an average of 63.66 and strike rate of 80.81.
  • Stuart Broad has been excellent with the ball. He is the leading wicket-taker this series with 11. Also, no bowler has taken more Test wickets at Headingley than Broad (49).
  • Watch out for Mark Wood. He will test Australia will pace and short deliveries. He has taken 27 wickets in eight Ashes Tests, including superb match figures of 9/152 at Hobart.

Australia:

  • Usman Khawaja has faced 775 deliveries this series. Ben Stokes is next with 346. If Khawaja can grind England down again, Australia will be well placed to make solid scores.
  • Since the start of 2022, Khawaja has struck 1,921 runs at an average of 66.2.
  • Steve Smith will be raring to go in his 100th Test. Australia’s champion batsman just scored his 32nd Test hundred and averages 58.51 in England (2,048 runs).
  • How Travis Head deals with the short ball will be key. If he gets going, watch out. Since the start of 2022, Head has scored 1,291 runs at an average of 51.6 and strike rate of 81.3.
  • Pat Cummins has dismissed Joe Root nine times for 218 runs in Tests (avg. 24.2). This includes the magnificent dismissal in the second innings at Lord’s.
  • Overcast conditions are forecast throughout the Test, so Mitchell Starc will be a factor with his swing, particularly against England’s top three. The left-armer took the opening two wickets within the first five overs in the second dig at Lord’s.

Other Stats and Facts

  • Australia have won five of their past eight Tests in England.
  • Ben Duckett struck twin fifties in the Lord’s Test (98 and 83).
  • Marnus Labuschagne made starts at Lord’s (30 and 47), but Australia’s number three is yet to look his settled self in this series. Here is an opportunity to fire.

Headingley Leeds Pitch Report and Weather

Stuart Broad, in his column for the Daily Mail, called for “result” pitches. The Headingley surface has a green tinge to it on the eve of the contest, with the overhead conditions also likely to favour bowlers.

Expect the team who wins the toss to bowl first with cloudy conditions forecast for day one, before a clear day on Friday. However, to England’s worry, rain is forecast on the final three days, especially three and five. If it’s draw, Australia will retain the Ashes.

The average first innings score at Headingley since the start of 2013 is 253. Interestingly, the team batting second won five of the nine matches in this period.

Ashes 2023 ENG vs AUS 3rd Test Dream11 Prediction Today Match 6-10 July

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams.

ENG vs AUS 3rd Test Dream11 Prediction: Ideal team combination

  • 2 wicket-keepers
  • 3 batsmen
  • 2 all-rounders
  • 4 bowlers

Option 1:

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Ashes 2023 ENG vs AUS 3rd Test Dream11 Prediction Today Match 6-10 July

Option 2:

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Ashes 2023 ENG vs AUS 3rd Test Dream11 Prediction Today Match 6-10 July

Ashes 2023 ENG vs AUS 3rd Test Match Prediction – Who will win?

With the iffy weather in the final three days, we expect this match to finish in a draw.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes, with the stats and writer’s views in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report

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BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report

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Bangladesh and Afghanistan will meet in their first match of the fast-approaching 2023 ODI World Cup. They get the chance to have a go at each other in what looks to be an evenly-matched three-match series.

The Tigers, who have been superb in ODI cricket in recent years, will be wanting to hit their strides. Many tip them as a dark horse for this year’s World Cup, but how they prepare – including the form of key players and a settled lineup – will be key.

For Afghanistan, there will be a sense of righting the wrongs of the third-highest Test defeat in history last month. Sure, the Afghans fielded an inexperienced team, but victory in the opening ODI will taste sweeter. In fact, they won their last ODI in Bangladesh – one of three victories in the country – so they know how to get the job done.

BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Possible Playing XIs

Bangladesh: 1. Tamim Iqbal (c), 2. Litton Das, 3. Najmul Hossain Shanto, 4. Shakib Al Hasan, 5. Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), 6. Towhid Hridoy, 7. Mehidy Hasan Miraz, 8. Taskin Ahmed, 9. Hasan Mahmud/Taijul Islam, 10. Edbadot Hossain, 11. Mustafizur Rahman

Afghanistan: 1. Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), 2. Ibrahim Zadran, 3. Rahmat Shah, 4. Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), 5. Najibullah Zadran, 6. Mohammad Nabi, 7. Rashid Khan, 8. Azmatullah Omarzai, 9. Mujeeb Ur Rahman, 10. Fazalhaq Farooqi, 11. Zia-ur-Rehman

BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Dream11 Prediction: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Bangladesh:

  • Mushfiqur Rahim has the most runs in BAN-AFG ODIs. The keeper-batsman has scored 362 runs at an average of 36.20 and strike rate of 85.98. Also, Mushfiqur has strong numbers at Chattogram: 20 inns, 577 runs, avg. 44.38, SR 79.69.
  • Shakib Al Hasan has taken 41 wickets in 21 ODIs on this ground (avg. 17.89) as well as 23 scalps in ten matches against Afghanistan (avg. 17.86).
  • Tamim Iqbal’s experience will be key. The captain has struck a century and half-century in eight ODIs against Afganistan, totalling 304 runs at an average of 38.00.
  • Najmul Hossain Shanto in ODIs in 2022: 8 inns, 405 runs, avg. 50.62.
  • Taskin Ahmed has the most wickets among pacers in BAN-AFG ODIs (12) at an average of 22.08.
  • Hasan Mahmud is Bangladesh’s leading wicket-taker this year, with ten wickets in four innings at an average of 14.50.

Afghanistan:

  • Since the start of 2022, Ibrahim Zadran has struck 604 runs at an average of 67.10 and strike rate of 89.00 in ODIs.
  • Rahmanullah Gurbaz smashed a century in his last ODI on this ground. He scored 106* against the Tigers in 2022 in a successful chase of 192.
  • Rashid Khan has picked up 15 wickets in nine ODIs against Bangladesh at an average of 22.86 and economy of 3.85.
  • Rashid has dismissed Mushfiqur thrice in 81 balls in ODIs (78 runs). He has also dismissed Shakib twice in 39 balls (23 runs).
  • Fazalhaq Farooqi has got the better of Tamim Iqbal. In 33 deliveries, the left-armer has dismissed the opener thrice for just 14 runs.
  • Mujeeb Ur Rahman concedes just 3.81 per over in six ODIs against Bangladesh (7 wickets). He has conceded 14 off 35 balls against Tamim.

Other Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 11, Bangladesh 7, Afghanistan 4.
  • Bangladesh beat Afghanistan 2-1 three-match series in Bangladesh in 2022.
  • Mohammad Nabi vs Tamim Iqbal in ODIs: 77 balls, 48 runs, two dismissals.

Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium Chattogram Pitch Report & Weather

The average first innings score in the last five ODIs is 273.6. This includes India’s mammoth 409/8. In the last ODI, Bangladesh (246) beat England (196) by 50 runs thanks to Shakib’s 75 (71) and 4/35.

Weather is likely to play spoilsport. Thunderstorms are forecast in the afternoon. There could be a shortened match.

BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 5 July 2023

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams.

BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Dream11 Prediction: Ideal team combination

  • 2-3 wicket-keepers
  • 2-3 all-rounders
  • 3 bowlers

Option 1:

BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report | BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Dream11 Prediction Today | Chattogram Pitch Report
BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 5 July 2023

Option 2:

BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report | BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Dream11 Prediction Today | Chattogram Pitch Report
BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 5 July 2023

BAN vs AFG 1st ODI Match Prediction – Who will win?

The chasing team is likely to win given rain is likely to affect the match.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes, with the stats and writer’s views in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

5 reasons why Australia won the Lord’s Test

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5 reasons why Australia won the Lord’s Test

Cricket News: 5 reasons why Australia won the Lord’s Test | Opinion: How Australia won the second Ashes Test

Josh Hazlewood described Lord’s as a “week off” from the banter hurled at visiting Australian teams. For four-and-a-bit days, that was the case as Australia took control of the Test. But, in a twist synonymous with Ashes games, the game sprung into life off the back of one moment.

Alex Carey’s stumping of Jonny Bairstow had the Lord’s crowd riled up in unprecedented fashion. The trademark hum around the home of cricket quickly disappeared, with boos and abuse ringing around the ground and in the coveted Long Room where Usman Khawaja was involved in an up-close-and-personal exchange with one member.

The incident also lit the fuse inside Ben Stokes, with the champion all-rounder going on a rampage reminiscent of the classic Headingley Test four years ago. Anxiety piled up in the hearts of every awake Australian fan, hoping that history wouldn’t repeat itself. Australia were on the back foot, couldn’t get enough deliveries at Stuart Broad, and you would have been forgiven for thinking Stokes could end things quickly.

However, England fans’ hearts were broken at the start of the 73rd over. Needing 70 for victory, Stokes miscued a shot up in the air, snapped up gleefully by Carey at point. From there, England’s tailenders tried their best, but the target was too steep.

5 reasons why Australia won the 2nd Ashes Test at Lord’s

The dismissal put an end to England’s hopes of another remarkable victory. Instead, they travel to Headingley 2-0 down. And, truth be told, most of it is from their own doing. Here are five key reasons why Australia won the Lord’s Test.

1. England’s first day bowling

Much has been made of Jonny Bairstow’s dismissal as a factor in the final result. However, England were their own worst enemy on the first day. After a lacklustre opening two sessions, which sparked intense criticism from Kevin Pietersen, England further conceded the advantage of bowling first in helpful conditions by feeding Travis Head width.

In case England’s bowlers haven’t watched Australia’s number five over the past two years, that’s his strength.

It was Josh Tongue, in just his second Test, who showed up his far more experienced teammates. Australia flew to 316/3, with two soft dismissals against Joe Root giving England something to cling on to heading into day two. However, they found themselves having to play catch up when conditions were in their favour.

2. Steve Smith’s glorious 32nd Test century

Steve Smith equalled the great Steve Waugh’s 32 Test centuries in 69 fewer matches. It is a remarkable feat for a player who continues to have an insatiable hunger for runs.

Much is made of “intent” in cricket. It was Smith who exemplified it to perfection in tricky conditions, defending and leaving the ball well before pouncing on anything just off the right line or length.

His 110 set the platform for Australia. A 400+ total after being sent in to bat is always a strong result, despite the team’s collapse of 7/100 which gave the feeling they left a few runs out in the middle.

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3. Brainless England batting

England’s brainless batting on days two and three cost them dearly. Cruising at 181/1 with Australia having lost their premier spinner Nathan Lyon to a serious calf injury, the hosts looked in a strong position to surpass 416 and put serious pressure on Pat Cummins’ team in the third innings.

However, what followed was nothing short of extraordinary. Australia set fields with multiple men out on the hook asking England to swing at every short-pitched delivery, of which there were plenty. They obliged, gift-wrapping their wickets one by one and surrendering the advantage.

The whole innings puts the BazBall style of play under the microscope. They were unable to play the situation, hell-bent on showing their intent only by boundaries instead of seeing out the short-ball attack and forcing Australia to rethink their plans without a premier spinner to hold things up from the other end.

Kevin Pietersen this time defended England, saying it is difficult to simply ask the players to duck short deliveries bowled at 90mph. However, there was no attempt to do so, especially when the fields made it so obvious those short deliveries were coming.

Ben Stokes produced one of the great knocks in the fourth innings, but there was too much to do in the end, particularly after Bairstow’s lack of concentration hurt the team dearly.

4. Australian top order contributions in challenging batting conditions

Much has been made of David Warner’s record in England. However, this tour has been a more fruitful one for him. Despite the opener not making the big runs, he has ensured Australia have got off to a good start more often than not, which was the case at Lord’s with twin half-century stands alongside Usman Khawaja.

Speaking of Khawaja, he continues to grind England down. He has now faced 775 deliveries in this series, 329 more than the next best – Ben Stokes’ 346.

The raw pace of Mark Wood could test Australia’s lineup in the coming games as England look to get back in the series. However, expect the Australians to continue fighting hard with a short turnaround sure to test England’s resolve in a must-win game if the hosts are to keep their Ashes hopes alive.

5. Magnificent new ball bowling to dent England’s run chase

The Australian seamers stepped it up a notch in Lyon’s absence. The opening burst by Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc on the fourth day is without a doubt the best period of bowling this magnificent series has seen to date.

Starc’s delivery to Ollie Pope is every left-armer’s dream and exactly why he was selected. Cummins gave Harry Brook a taste of what Joe Root experienced in 2019, soon after he dismissed the latter with a snorter of a delivery taken by Warner at slip.

That period of play is a great source of encouragement for the Australians. While Ben Duckett had a great Test match, England’s top three does often leave plenty for the middle-lower order to do. If they can find movement and consistency at Headingley, the Ashes may very well be retained with two games to spare.

ZIM vs SCO Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 26

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ZIM vs SCO Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 26

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The ODI World Cup Qualifier is heating up. It has been a fascinating tournament, and today has a quarter-final feel, with Scotland seeking to displace Zimbabwe into second place in the super six table.

If Zimbabwe win, they will qualify to the World Cup. If Scotland wins, they will go head-to-head with Netherlands on Thursday to decide who takes the second ticket to India alongside Sri Lanka. It is a game of epic proportions, so who holds their nerve best will be key.

Indeed, the Zimbabweans will be disappointed with their performance against Sri Lanka. They didn’t get going with the bat and lacked penetration with the ball. Now, their brilliant performances throughout the tournament can count for nothing if they don’t deliver today, which increases the pressure ten-fold. So, how will they respond?

The hosts start as favourites, but never count out the Scots. Their bowling has been a key feature of their cricket, limiting both Sri Lanka and West Indies in their past two outings. The performances of Brandon McMullen has been cause for joy, and a win today will send them to a virtual semi-final in two days’ time.

ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 26: ZIM vs SCO Possible Playing XIs

Zimbabwe: 1. Joylord Gumbie (wk), 2. Craig Ervine (c), 3. Wessly Madhevere, 4. Sean Williams, 5. Sikandar Raza, 6. Ryan Burl, 7. Luke Jongwe, 8. Wellington Masakadza, 9. Brad Evans, 10. Richard Ngarava, 11. Blessing Muzarabani

Scotland: 1. Christopher McBride, 2. Matthew Cross (wk), 3. Brandon McMullen, 4. Richie Berrington (c), 5. George Munsey, 6. Tomas Mackintosh, 7. Michael Leask, 8. Chris Greavs, 9. Mark Watt, 10. Safyaan Sharif, 11. Chris Sole

ZIM vs SCO Dream11 Prediction: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Zimbabwe:

  • Sean Williams is crucial to Zimbabwe’s hopes. The left-hander easily has the most runs in this tournament (588) at an average of 117.60 and strike rate of 141.68, including two fifties and three hundreds.
  • Williams has the third-most runs at Bulawayo with 940 (avg. 39.16, SR 88.84).
  • Sikandar Raza’s combination with Williams has beared great fruit for the hosts. The vital Raza has also had an excellent tournament with 291 and nine wickets.
  • A good start from Craig Ervine can settle Zimbabwean nerves. The skipper averages 33.15 in 16 ODIs on this ground.
  • Richard Ngarava is Zimbabwe’s top wicket-taker this series with 13. Seven of these wickets have come in the final ten overs, with three coming in the powerplay.
  • Zimbabwe need wickets from Blessing Muzarabani. Interestingly, he has picked up just one wicket in 119 deliveries when bowling first in this tournament. Can he turn that around?

Scotland:

  • Brandon McMullen continues to impress. He was man of the match against West Indies after ripping through the top order (3/32) and then scoring 69.
  • McMullen is Scotland’s highest run-scorer (224) and second-highest wicket-taker (10) in the 2023 ODI World Cup Qualifier.
  • Matthew Cross found form against West Indies. He scored 74*. Against Zimbabwe in 2017-2018, Cross scored just 49 runs in three innings.
  • Richie Berrington has struck a century and half-century in five matches in this tournament: 220 runs, avg. 55.00, SR 88.35.
  • Zimbabwe had their issues against spin on a slowing Bulawayo track against Sri Lanka. Expect Chris Greaves (12 wickets, avg. 14.83, econ. 5.18) and Mark Watt (eight wickets, avg. 24.87, econ. 4.42) to have a say in the contest.

Other Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 3, Zimbabwe 1, Scotland 1, tied 1.
  • The two teams played a thrilling tie in the 2018 Qualifier. Richie Berrington top scored with 47 for Scotland while Craig Ervine (57) was the only half-centurion in the match.
  • Craig Ervine has scored just 136 runs in four innings outside of his 121* in this tournament.

Queens Sports Club Bulawayo Pitch Report and Weather

The Bulawayo surface has been showing signs of slowing down in recent matches. There have been three scores under 250 in the past four matches (245, 213 and 165), but the team batting first won two of those matches. Overall, the team batting first has won five of eight matches at Bulawayo in this tournament.

A cool but mostly clear day is forecast, with a top of around 22 degrees.

ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 26: ZIM vs SCO Dream11 Prediction Today 4 July

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams.

SCO vs WI Dream11 Prediction: Ideal team combination

  • 1 wicket-keeper
  • 2-3 batsmen
  • 4 all-rounders
  • 3-4 bowlers

Option 1:

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ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 26: ZIM vs SCO Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

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ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 26: ZIM vs SCO Dream11 Prediction

ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 26: ZIM vs SCO Match Prediction

A very close match in store. Zimbabwe start as favourites, but if Scotland limit the impact of Sean Williams and Sikandar Raza, they will win.

Disclaimer: The fantasy cricket stats, tips and predictions provided on CricBlog are intended for informational purposes, with the stats and writer’s views in place to guide fans in creating their teams. While we strive to offer accurate and insightful advice, CricBlog does not guarantee success or winnings in any fantasy contests. Users are encouraged to make their own informed decisions and play responsibly.

Jonny Bairstow run out reactions – Fair or not?

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Jonny Bairstow run out reactions – Fair or not?

Cricket News: Jonny Bairstow run out reactions – fair or not? | Reactions to Jonny Bairstow’s run out during fifth day of Lord’s Test

The Ashes continues to be the source of weird and wonderful moments. The latest was a run out you’d see in park cricket which got the crowd and Stuart Broad fired up in their chase of 371.

Jonny Bairstow, after ducking a bouncer off Cameron Green, wandered out of the crease almost straight away. Alex Carey threw the ball at the stumps before England’s keeper-batsman wandered out of the crease, but Bairstow walked down the pitch and was eventually stumped.

The incident prompted an atmosphere never before seen at Lord’s. Boos and abuse rung around the stands and Long Room, with Usman Khawaja involved in a heated exchange with a member.

Of course, the debate was rife on Twitter. Many believe it was careless by Bairstow but others believe the dismissal is against the spirit of cricket.

Reactions: Jonny Bairstow run out in “village” fashion

Arguments for the dismissal

Arguments against the dismissal

What’s your view? Was Alex Carey right to run Bairstow out? Or is it against the spirit of the game?

Womens Ashes 2023 EN-W vs AU-W 1st T20 Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report

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Womens Ashes 2023 EN-W vs AU-W 1st T20 Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report

Womens Ashes 2023 EN-W vs AU-W 1st T20 Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report | EN-W vs AU-W Dream11 Prediction Today | Edgbaston Pitch Report

It may be the first T20I, but it’s already must-win territory for England. Coming into this series with hopes of finally retaining the Ashes, the home side fell to a potentially fatal defeat in what turned out to be a gripping Test match against Australia. However, they had a number of terrific individual performances, which can bode well for the limited overs matches.

Following their Test win led by Ashleigh Gardner’s superb 12-wicket haul, all Australia needs is two wins out of the six white-ball games. But, expect this magnificent team to fight for every victory, with the sheer depth and quality in their lineup so difficult to overcome. Indeed, a win here will put a firmer grip on the Ashes.

Womens Ashes 2023 EN-W vs AU-W 1st T20 Possible Playing XIs

England could look to play Danielle Gibson who batted well against Australia A recently. She scored 20* and 44 in two T20 matches.

England: 1. Sophia Dunkley, 2. Danni Wyatt, 3. Nat Sciver-Brunt, 4. Heather Knight (c), 5. Alice Capsey, 6. Maia Boucher/Danielle Gibson, 7. Issy Wong, 8. Sophie Ecclestone, 9. Kate Cross, 10. Charlie Dean, 11. Sarah Glenn

Australia can adjust their batting lineup according to the situation. Also, it will be a tough call regarding the final XI, with the likes of Phoebe Litchfield, Kim Garth and Georgia Wareham potentially missing out.

Australia: 1. Alyssa Healy (c & wk), 2. Beth Mooney, 3. Tahlia McGrath, 4. Ellyse Perry, 5. Ashleigh Gardner, 6. Grace Harris, 7. Annabel Sutherland, 8. Jess Jonassen, 9. Darcie Brown, 10. Alana King, 11. Megan Schutt

EN-W vs AU-W 1st T20 Dream11 Prediction 2023: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

England:

  • Sophia Dunkley is an X-Factor player for England. She is striking at 160.48 in 11 T20s this year, but is only averaging 18.09. If she can get through the powerplay, watch out.
  • Nat Sciver-Brunt was excellent in the inaugural Women’s Premier League earlier in 2023. She is on fire with the bat this year, with 548 runs at a superb average of 68.50 and strike rate of 140.51.
  • Against Australia, Sciver-Brunt has scored 459 runs (avg. 24.16, SR 105.52) and picked up 18 wickets (avg. 23.67, econ. 7.58).
  • Heather Knight averages just 14.95 in 23 T20 innings against Australia.
  • Alice Capsey has smashed 232 runs in T20s this year at a strike rate of 154.67. The all-rounder could be key as a finisher for the home side.
  • Sophie Ecclestone continues to amaze. The left-arm spinner recently took ten wickets in the Test match. Against Australia in T20s, she has taken 16 wickets in 13 matches at an average of 20.88 and economy of 6.70.
  • Ecclestone has a good record against Alyssa Healy in T20Is: 46 balls, 44 runs, two dismissals.

Australia:

  • The consistent Beth Mooney is one to watch, as always. The opener has excellent T20 numbers against England: 12 inns, 419 runs, avg. 46.56, SR 137.38.
  • Tahlia McGrath has struck 615 runs in 18 T20I innings at an average of 61.50 and strike rate of 142.69. Her top score of 91* came against England.
  • Ashleigh Gardner is coming off a superb 12-wicket haul in the Test. She averages just 18.44 with the bat against England, but can improve on that record. She also has seven wickets in nine innings against them (avg. 19.71, econ. 7.26).
  • Grace Harris can cause damage as a finisher. In nine T20 innings this year, she has smashed 265 runs at a strike rate of 166.67.
  • Megan Schutt has dismissed Danni Wyatt six times for 154 runs in 148 deliveries in all T20s. She has 26 wickets overall against England, the second-most in ENG-AUS T20s behind Ellyse Perry’s 29.

Other Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 40, England 19, Australia 19, 2 N/R.
  • Australia have won nine of the last 11 completed T20s between the teams.
  • Nat Sciver-Brunt has taken 11 wickets along with her 548 runs in T20s this year.
  • Issy Wong has taken 15 wickets in ten T20s this year (econ. 6.46).

Edgbaston Birmingham Pitch Report and Weather

Expect excellent batting conditions in Birmingham. Warwickshire Bears smashed 228 in the Vitality Blast on June 24, soon after the first men’s Ashes Test saw a good batting surface. A clear and cool evening is forecast.

Women’s Ashes 2023 1st T20: EN-W vs AU-W Dream11 Prediction Today 1 July

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams.

EN-W vs AU-W Dream11 Prediction: Ideal team combination

  • 1-2 wicket-keepers
  • 3 batters
  • 4 all-rounders
  • 2-3 bowlers

Option 1:

Womens Ashes 2023 EN-W vs AU-W 1st T20 Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report | EN-W vs AU-W Dream11 Prediction Today | Edgbaston Pitch Report
Womens Ashes 2023 EN-W vs AU-W 1st T20 Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

Womens Ashes 2023 EN-W vs AU-W 1st T20 Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report | EN-W vs AU-W Dream11 Prediction Today | Edgbaston Pitch Report
Womens Ashes 2023 EN-W vs AU-W 1st T20 Dream11 Prediction

Womens Ashes 2023 EN-W vs AU-W 1st T20 Match Prediction – Who will win?

Australia to win.

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SCO vs WI Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 23

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West Indies need a miracle. Wins by Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka in the super six stage has meant the Windies are three wins behind both, so they need absolutely everything to go their way from now on.

However, if the men in maroon field the way they have in this tournament, there will be no need for discussions around permutations and scenarios. Scotland have been far superior in this department, restricting the Sri Lankans in their last game thanks to a disciplined bowling and fielding display.

So, the Scots should enter this game with belief. They can move back to within two points of Zimbabwe and Sri Lanka, with a crucial match against the Zimbabweans to come on Tuesday. Remember, they helped knock West Indies out of the T20 World Cup qualifying stage last year, and fell heartbreakingly short by five runs on the D/L method in the 2019 ODI World Cup Qualifier.

Super six table:

TeamPointsNRR
1. Sri Lanka61.832
2. Zimbabwe60.752
3. Scotland2-0.060
4. Netherlands2-0.739
5. West Indies0-0.350
6. Oman0-2.139

ODI WC Qualifier 2023: SCO vs WI Possible Playing XIs

Scotland: 1. Christopher McBride, 2. Matthew Cross (wk), 3. Brandon McMullen, 4. Richie Berrington (c), 5. Tomas Mackintosh, 6. Michael Leask, 7. Chris Greaves, 8. Mark Watt, 9. Jack Jarvis, 10. Chris Sole, 11. Alasdair Evans

West Indies: 1. Brandon King, 2. Johnson Charles, 3. Shamarh Brooks, 4. Shai Hope (c & wk), 5. Nicholas Pooran, 6. Roston Chase, 7. Jason Holder, 8. Keemo Paul, 9. Romario Shepherd, 10. Akeal Hosein, 11. Alzarri Joseph

SCO vs WI Dream11 Prediction: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Scotland:

  • Skipper Richie Berrington will be key in ensuring Scotland get a competitive score on the board. He has a fifty and hundred to his name in four matches in this tournament.
  • Chris Greaves had an outstanding game against Sri Lanka. He took 4/32 and hit an unbeaten 41-ball 56*. Expect him to find some spin on a square that has a decent amount of cricket played on it recently.
  • Brandon McMullen has scored 155 runs and taken seven wickets in four matches.
  • Michael Leask is a player to watch on tiring pitches. He took 2/36 against West Indies in 2018. Also, he smashed a matchwinning 91* against Ireland earlier in this competition.
  • Mark Watt’s accuracy and use of the crease will be key against a Windies lineup dominated by right-handers. He has taken six wickets in the 2023 ODI World Cup Qualifier at an economy of just 4.57.

West Indies:

  • Nicholas Pooran has blasted two centuries in this tournament. Overall, he has struck 296 runs at an average of 98.66 and strike rate of 132.73.
  • Between overs 11 and 40, Pooran has smashed 230 runs at a strike rate of 125.
  • Shai Hope is West Indies’ second-highest run-scorer with 263 at an average of 65.75 and strike rate of 98.87.
  • Hope in ODIs at Harare Sports Club: 8 inns, 358 runs, avg. 44.75, SR 72.61.
  • Can Brandon King make use of his starts? He has scored 0, 32, 20 and 76 in his four matches. Johnson Charles made a return to form against Netherlands with 54.
  • Alzarri Joseph recently became the quickest West Indian to 100 ODI wickets. The seamer is his team’s leading wicket-taker in the Qualifier with eight.
  • Jason Holder will be seeking to bounce back after a tough outing against Netherlands. He is conceding just 4.62 per over, but averages 35.00 per wicket in this tournament.

Other Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 3, West Indies 3, Scotland 0.
  • Chris Greaves is Scotland’s leading wicket-taker in this tournament with 10.
  • Jason Holder has taken 15 wickets in eight ODIs at Harare at an average of 19.66 and economy of 4.16.
  • Chris Sole took two wickets in the powerplay against Sri Lanka at Bulawayo. He is one to watch particularly if Scotland bowl first.
  • West Indies will officially be eliminated if they lose this match.

Harare Sports Club Pitch Report and Weather

Batting generally becomes easier as the day goes on at Harare. The average first innings score is a very strong 324, which includes Zimbabwe’s record day. But, the team batting first has won the last three matches, including Windies’ 35-run loss to the hosts.

Another glorious, sunny day is forecast with a top of about 24 degrees. The minimum temperature is a cool seven degrees, so the captain who wins the toss may choose to bowl to try take advantage of early movement.

ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 23: SCO vs WI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1 July

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams.

SCO vs WI Dream11 Prediction: Ideal team combination

  • 2 wicket-keepers
  • 2 batsmen
  • 4-5 all-rounders
  • 2-3 bowlers

Option 1:

ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 23: SCO vs WI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1 July

Option 2:

ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 23: SCO vs WI Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1 July

ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 23: SCO vs WI Match Prediction – Who will win?

West Indies have more experience, but are not playing well. Scotland are a genuine chance of winning this match, but the Windies may prevail in a tight contest.

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Will Nathan Lyon play again in the 2023 Ashes?

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Will Nathan Lyon play again in the 2023 Ashes?

Cricket News: Will Nathan Lyon play again in the 2023 Ashes? | Is Nathan Lyon ruled out of the 2023 Ashes?

Much of the talk heading into the Lord’s Test was Nathan Lyon’s achievement. The offspinner became the first bowler in history to play 100 consecutive Test matches, providing Australia with such great value in just about all those matches.

Then, in a case of bitter irony, injury struck. In a moment that mirrors Glenn McGrath in 2005, Lyon injured his calf running in from the square leg boundary to field a top-edged pull. Given Lyon’s control and wicket-taking threat so far in this series, his injury could prove to be a huge blow to Australia’s Ashes hopes, with the fast bowlers often unable to keep England quiet.

Will Nathan Lyon be ruled out of the 2023 Ashes?

According to Cricket Australia, Lyon has suffered a severe calf strain, and will assess him further after the Lord’s Test. However, given how challenging calf injuries can be, the offspinner is likely to miss out on the remainder of the series.

The news comes as a blow to Australia. Lyon has been the team’s best bowler so far in this Ashes series, taking nine wickets. Also, Lyon conceded just 2.69 per over in his 13 overs in England’s first innings at Lord’s, which included the vital wicket of Zak Crawley – his 496th Test wicket – as the opening partnership threatened to go well over 100.

Todd Murphy, who impressed many including R Ashwin in India earlier this year, is set to slot into the XI should Lyon miss any action. He took 14 wickets in the four Tests in India in February and March, with his consistency of length a key feature of his bowling. Thus, his battle with England’s “Bazball” style of play will make for an intriguing watch.

SL vs NED Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 22

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SL vs NED Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 22

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For the first time since 2006, Sri Lanka and Netherlands will do battle in an ODI. And, so much is at stake.

Sri Lanka, courtesy of solid wins against Scotland and Oman, enter the super six stage in pole position. However, their batting left a bit to be desired a few days ago, so they will want to be at their best here with their spinners in excellent form. Indeed, a solid win here will put ODI World Cup qualification on their doorstep.

For the Dutch, their efforts in reaching this stage is commendable, with the highlight undoubtedly that incredible victory in the super over against West Indies. They looked gone in pursuit of a mammoth 375, but the efforts of Teja Nidamanuru, Scott Edwards and Logan van Beek showed they are never down and out.

Victory for Netherlands will blow the super six stage wide open. It will be a tough ask given the number of first-team players they are without, but the last nine months have shown they can always spring a surprise.

ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 22 Super Sixes: SL vs NED Possible Playing XIs

Sri Lanka look settled.

Sri Lanka: 1. Pathum Nissanka, 2. Dimuth Karunaratne, 3. Kusal Mendis (wk), 4. Sadeera Samarawickrama, 5. Charith Asalanka, 6. Dhanajaya de Silva, 7. Dasun Shanaka (c), 8. Wanindu Hasaranga, 9. Maheesh Theekshana, 10. Kasun Rajitha, 11. Lahiru Kumara

Vivian Kingma split the webbing in his hand before the West Indies game, but he bowled his ten overs.

Netherlands: 1. Max O’Dowd, 2. Vikramjit Singh, 3. Wesley Barresi, 4. Bas de Leede, 5. Teja Nidamanuru, 6. Scott Edwards (c & wk), 7. Saqib Zulfiqar, 8. Logan van Beek, 9. Aryan Dutt, 10. Clayton Ford, 11. Vivian Kingma

SL vs NED Dream11 Prediction: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Sri Lanka:

  • Dimuth Karunaratne will be key in providing solidity at the top of the order. The left-hander has scored two fifties and a century in this tournament.
  • Pathum Nissanka is averaging 50.00 in ODIs since the start of 2022. He has scored 950 runs in this period, which includes two half-centuries in this tournament.
  • Charith Asalanka will be key in the middle overs with his range of shots against spin. His 149 runs in this competition come at an average of 74.50 and strike rate of 126.27.
  • Since the start of 2021, Asalanka has scored 751 runs between overs 11 and 40 at an average of 62.6 and strike rate of 86.5.
  • Wanindu Hasaranga is by far the highest wicket-taker in the 2023 ODI WC Qualifier (18). He is averaging 8.77 per wicket and strikes every 10.44 deliveries.
  • Netherlands have a number of right-handers which Hasaranga should enjoy; 45 of his 63 ODI wickets are right-handers.
  • Maheesh Theekshana was player of the match against Scotland on this ground. He took 3/41 and scored a handy 16* down the order.

Netherlands:

  • Scott Edwards has hit three consecutive half-centuries. Since the start of 2022, the Netherlands captain has hit 960 ODI runs at an average of 48.00 and strike rate of 95.5.
  • Max O’Dowd looked good against West Indies before he was dismissed for a run-a-ball 36. Since the start of 2021, O’Dowd averages 39.2 when chasing compared to 32.1 batting first.
  • Teja Nidamanuru is coming off a classic hundred against West Indies, which was his second ODI century in Zimbabwe this year. His proactive play will be crucial against Sri Lanka’s spinners.
  • Bas de Leede’s all-round ability is key to his team’s hopes. He has picked up two wickets in each of his last three games, and has spent time at the crease in his last two outings: 41* and 33.
  • Logan van Beek produced one of the great efforts against West Indies. He was named player of the match for his boundary hitting – an asset the Dutch must look to take advantage of here. Also, van Beek has six wickets in this tournament.

Other Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head in ODIs: Matches 3, Sri Lanka 3, Netherlands 0.
  • The last ODI assignment between these two teams was back in 2006. In the first match of the two-match series, Sri Lanka hit the then-highest ODI total of 443/9.
  • Scott Edwards has struck 11 half-centuries in 23 innings since the start of last year.
  • Vikramjit Singh has made a 20+ score 13 times in 21 matches. He has been dismissed for a single-digit score just four times.
  • Wanindu Hasaranga, in four matches, already has the third-most wickets at Queens Sports Club (18). Heath Streak is first with 24 in 17 matches, followed by Prosper Utseya with 19 scalps in 27 outings.

Queens Sports Club Bulawayo Pitch Report and Weather

Zimbabwe and Oman enjoyed batting on this ground on Thursday, but the surface was on the slower side. There has been quite a bit of cricket played on the square, so the pitches are beginning to tire, bringing the spinners into the game.

In fact, in the Sri Lanka-Scotland game, spinners took 12 of the 18 wickets taken by bowlers.

A mostly sunny day is forecast once again with a top of about 24 degrees.

ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 22: SL vs NED Dream11 Prediction Today Match 30 June

Note: The below teams are not based on the final playing XIs. We may not be able to update these in time. Use the stats and commentary in this article, as well as your own instincts, to create your teams.

SL vs NED Dream11 Prediction: Ideal team combination

  • 2 wicket-keepers
  • 4 batsmen
  • 3 all-rounders
  • 2 bowlers

Option 1:

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ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 22: SL vs NED Dream11 Prediction

Option 2:

SL vs NED Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 22 | SL vs NED Dream11 Prediction Today | Bulawayo Pitch Report
ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 22: SL vs NED Dream11 Prediction

ODI WC Qualifier 2023 Match 22: SL vs NED Match Prediction – Who will win?

Sri Lanka should win this match.

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Twitter reactions to Steve Smith’s 32nd Test century

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Twitter reactions to Steve Smith’s 32nd Test century

Cricket News: Twitter reactions to Steve Smith’s 32nd Test century | Reactions to Smith’s 32 Test hundred, achieved at Lord’s

“It’s not that he’s dominated just one team or one country, he’s been able to do it all over the world,” said Ricky Ponting about Steve Smith on commentary. Nasser Hussain said “we are witnessing greatness in front of our eyes. One of the all-time greats,” as Smith raised his bat aloft for a 32nd time.

And how right they are.

It always needs reminding that Smith began his Test career in 2010 as a legspinner who batted at eight. 13 years later, he notched up his 32nd Test hundred before his 100th match. In the process, Smith has gone equal with Steve Waugh in terms of most Test centuries for Australia, but the great Waugh played an extra 69 Tests. Remarkable.

Smith’s hundred was a masterclass in batting. On a Lord’s pitch with assistance for the seamers, Smith came out with positive intent and displayed such great control. He looked to cover the line of the deliveries as best he could, and he succeeded in superb fashion.

During the innings, Smith also reached 9,000 Test runs. It is hard to find the abjectives to describe what this great player continues to achieve, so we’ll just enjoy the ride.

Twitter reactions – Steve Smith notches 32nd Test century

Smith became the fastest to achieve 32 Test hundreds, reaching the mark in his 174th innings. Kumar Sangakkara previously held the record with 176.

In terms of Ashes hundreds, only Don Bradman (19) has more than Smith’s 12.

Fans were in awe of Smith online, sharing their thoughts on this magnificent player. “Steve Smith just had that look in his eye. You just knew there was a Test century loading,” tweeted Cricbuzz’s Bharat Sundaresan. Below are some of the reactions to another brilliant effort by Smith.

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