SHOWDOWN – SUPER EIGHT – MATCHDAY 4 & 5

 England should win their match against the Irish, though Ashok’s heart is with the Irish. Their spirit is infectious. The presence of Dubliner Ed Joyce in the English squad makes for an intriguing face off between the left handed opener and his former team mates. Comparisions to an India Pakistan match are evident, with the [...]

SHOWDOWN – SUPER EIGHT – MATCH DAY 3

The Windies take the field for the third day in a row, when they face the Kiwi’s in Antigua. Lara has shown that he can still stand resolute after a fine 77 against the Aussies. Chris Gayle has to fire. The predictors think the Kiwis will prevail because they possess a well balanced side and [...]

SHOWDOWN – SUPER EIGHT – MATCHDAY 2

South Africa face Sri Lanka today, while the West Indies will start their run-chase against Australia if the weather permits. South Africa will be very wary of the Sri Lankan spinners. On the other side, the southpaw-dominated Lankan top order will be hoping to tackle Pollock and Co. the way Australia did. However, for that [...]