England [305/8] defeat New Zealand [186] by 119 runs to reach Semi-finals of World Cup 2019

[Pakpak]

NZ need to score quickly, then we will see England choke.

 

[Nikhil_cric]

It will be the standard English fan’s excuse of “the pitch was slow”.

That excuse won't work today. A pitch getting slower and NZ successfully chasing it.

 

[Slog]

If they're listening to Hilary duff of Al people, NZ shouldn't even bother with cricket.

Lol was about to say this

 

[Nado_]

I believe the new ball will be easier to get away, when the ball gets a bit older might stick, however NZ will know what they’re chasing, this is a wicket where a set batsman can only get himself out. if New Zealand can get to a decent start and can rotate strike should be in the bag. Who agrees?

 

[topspin]

I don't have much faith in Guptill and Munro. They've been awful in this WC. If at least one of them gets going, might get interesting.

 

[Pak_Jazba]

All those people saying NZ will try and lose this deliberately - 300 is never out of reach in the modern game, and is considered par in recent times. The only way NZ can be out of the WC is if they implode and collapse to less than 80 all out, and even then it would require a massive effort from PAK to beat BD handsomely. Therefore, i dont see NZ playing for their NRR in this game as they are almost guaranteed semifinalists now that they have restricted ENG to 300. Thus, they should definitely be going for the win.

 

[ManFan]

Pitch got slow here would benefit England again coz batting first.

But that’s the point; their fans will not mention it if they win but bemoan the slowness if they lose.

 

[AamchiMumbaikar]

Guptill n Taylor need to score big.

Pak has a chance now

 

[Slog]

It'll be difficult for England to bowl as well as the Kiwis in the back end. Their bowlers are too quick.

England have batsman in their lineup

Kiwis have a batsman.

 

[Chokli]

Damn Saudi was the difference between 280 and 305

 

[Nikhil_cric]

I don't have much faith in Guptill and Munro. They've been awful in this WC. If at least one of them gets going, might get interesting.

Munro has been replaced by Nicholls.

 

[zee-za-man]

Feels like both teams played with Pakistan and the viewers today instead of each other.

I switched off the TV after the Santner over. Knew Blackcaps will allow England to cross 200 without too many wickets. England will never score 350, they'll score near 290s and NZ will fall short. England will win and Blackcaps will keep a healthy NRR.

Chairman Mani and the selection committee has been playing with the Pakistani fans since the Asia Cup, they'll now understand what it feels like.

 

[Firebat]

I don't have much faith in Guptill and Munro. They've been awful in this WC. If at least one of them gets going, might get interesting.

Nicholls playing instead of Munro.

 

[topspin]

Munro has been replaced by Nicholls.

That's good for NZ (and perhaps Pakistan )

 

[Slog]

Guptill n Taylor need to score big.

Pak has a chance now

Both have been missing this tournament especially Guptill

 

[Slog]

Damn Saudi was the difference between 280 and 305

Yea any other bowler would have bowled maidens at the end

 

[rhony]

Who would NZ like to face in the semis:

India or Australia?

If NZ lose this, AUs win against SA means India and Eng will play SF2. If Aus lose and Ind wins against SL, it will be Ind vs NZ in the first SF.

 

[Jeetlodil]

10 ov 50 for 1
20 ov 95 for 1
30 ov 150 for 2
40 ov 220 for 4
49 ov 306 for 6

 

[ARK Rafay]

Realistically the way England were going they are 80 runs short to what they could've gotten.

They scored just 110 in the last 20 over

 

[Plumb]

This is not a knock out game for NZ. They want to rest Fergi and also get a game for Southee. Henry will drop out in SF

Thanks... makes sense

 

[Nikhil_cric]

There were reports of Mark wood also having issues. Archer has a tight side or something. If all 3 of their pacers are unfit and bowling rubbish, New Zeal...... I mean Pakistan may have a chance to qualify

 

[Rana]

So Pak have a SF chance.

I would take that score 9/10 considering the circumstances at the toss.

 

[Rana]

Surely New Zealand cannot lode 3 on the trot?

 

[Plumb]

worried ... as pitch is slowing down first 20 overs may be easy and after that it may get difficult...

Lets see how it plays out.. I expect Grandhomme brother to hit the winning run

 

[Rana]

Realistically the way England were going they are 80 runs short to what they could've gotten.

They scored just 110 in the last 20 over

Stokes had the 2017 semi final moment again

 

[Nikhil_cric]

That's good for NZ (and perhaps Pakistan )

Guptill is key for me. He was a monster player a while back but he seems completely out of sorts lately. If he finds his range, England are in for a scrap. Otherwise England will win by around 60-70 runs I feel.

 

[Slog]

So Pak have a SF chance.

I would take that score 9/10 considering the circumstances at the toss.

You’re forgetting that NZ basically have a batsman and half.

Kane needs to score big for them to get near 300 but his problem is he bats at Ahmed Shehzads strike rate. (Ok that’s exaggeration but he’s still pretty slow by modern standards. Shehzads slow by 90s standards)

 

[BleedGreen]

Dil ro raha hai mera ... ye mera New Zealand hai

 

[ARK Rafay]

Stokes had the 2017 semi final moment again

He's a big choker

That game, This game, WT20 Final and no wonder how many more like these in series deciding games

 

[Nikhil_cric]

Guptill is key for me. He was a monster player a while back but he seems completely out of sorts lately. If he finds his range, England are in for a scrap. Otherwise England will win by around 60-70 runs I feel.

Guptill and Taylor actually. Kane does not have that extra gear. He should anchor the chase.

 

[BleedGreen]

Guptil century today

 

[junaidji]

It's the Pakistani fans curse lol

Let's go Archer!

 

[AamchiMumbaikar]

Guppi boy is crucial today.

 

[Mamoon]

He's a big choker

That game, This game, WT20 Final and no wonder how many more like these in series deciding games

He has single-handedly dragged England in this World Cup at times. He bailed them out against South Africa, waged lone wars against Australia and Sri Lanka and put the game beyond India's reach. If anything, he has raised his stock in this World Cup and dispelled the myth that he is a bottler. Everyone is allowed a bad game, and he is yet to bowl.

 

[Executioner]

O really...... I thought they scored 291 against WI..

Was in the practice match if I am not wrong

 

[ARK Rafay]

I have a feeling Guptil might get out early

 

[IMMY69]

worried ... as pitch is slowing down first 20 overs may be easy and after that it may get difficult...

Lets see how it plays out.. I expect Grandhomme brother to hit the winning run

Well that could work the other way.
England obviously had their sights on 330+ and could be accused of going too hard on a slowing wicket.

The Kiwis could play it differently and coast to this total.

Having said that the most likely event is Kiwis loosing a few quick wickets and then limping to 230-240.

Mind you, after the first 20-25 overs of England's innings I think everyone here and every Pakistani in Pakistan and around the world would have banked 305...

 

[Visaal-E-Yaar]

140 all out? Anyone?

 

[Mamoon]

Considering the slowness of the pitch in the last 15 overs, England have an excellent total on board. This is why Roy is so crucial for them - he sets the tone at the start of the innings and has a big impact on Bairstow as well, who looks a completely different player without him. Without Roy, England would have scored 260-270 here which would have been very difficult to defend.

 

[bruhbruh]

The only wasy I could see us going through with a England win is if NZ get out for like 200 here that would there run rate as low as ours I think.

 

[ARK Rafay]

He has single-handedly dragged England in this World Cup at times. He bailed them out against South Africa, waged lone wars against Australia and Sri Lanka and put the game beyond India's reach. If anything, he has raised his stock in this World Cup and dispelled the myth that he is a bottler. Everyone is allowed a bad game, and he is yet to bowl.

I have no doubts on his ability. But so far he has fallen to that ultimate stage (Final Stair)

 

[Mamoon]

I have no doubts on his ability. But so far he has fallen to that ultimate stage (Final Stair)

The India match was the ultimate stage as well, and so is the World Cup overall.

 

[AAli98]

Either nz get bowled out for 30 or get the target.. anything in between its curtains for pak.

 

[Rifaqat]

We are out now

Kiwis will go defensive once they lose a few wickets

Gutted

 

[Tankzy8]

Everyone on here is so negative lol, just be positive and back New Zealand. If Guptill and Williamson get going this target will be very chaseable. Just relax everyone

 

[Jeetlodil]

I have a feeling Guptil might get out early

Feelings are deceptive. Truth will be out in 3 hours

 

[ARK Rafay]

Either nz get bowled out for 30 or get the target.. anything in between its curtains for pak.

I'll take the latter option

 

[Green Patriot]

Was in the practice match if I am not wrong

No they scored 291 in the match where Braithwaite went crazy.

 

[Majestic_Inzi]

This wicket is better than the one Srl and WI played on this ground few days ago.

 

[BuffaloSoldier]

100% new zealand already lost. just sold my ticket for semi final

 

[Visaal-E-Yaar]

Saifi give some plates of biryani to eng bowlers

 

[Mamoon]

England should be able to shut NZ down but if NZ manage to chase this tgere are no more excuses for England [MENTION=131701]Mamoon[/MENTION]

The pitch's behaviour in the second half of the innings nullified England's home advantage, but they still have enough runs on the board.

 

[ARK Rafay]

This target is difficult but not a mountain.

 

[Jeetlodil]

100% new zealand already lost. just sold my ticket for semi final

Ab wahi ticket double mein kharidna

 

[mr1998owi]

Hahaha good one.

 

[Gladiators]

Well that could work the other way.
England obviously had their sights on 330+ and could be accused of going too hard on a slowing wicket.

The Kiwis could play it differently and coast to this total.

Having said that the most likely event is Kiwis loosing a few quick wickets and then limping to 230-240.

Mind you, after the first 20-25 overs of England's innings I think everyone here and every Pakistani in Pakistan and around the world would have banked 305...

I was expecting 480 and hoping for NZ to get bowled out for 200.

 

[bruhbruh]

Everyone on here is so negative lol, just be positive and back New Zealand. If Guptill and Williamson get going this target will be very chaseable. Just relax everyone

Welcome to Pakpassion

 

[Visaal-E-Yaar]

 

[Visaal-E-Yaar]

 

[bruhbruh]

Everyone on here is so negative lol, just be positive and back New Zealand. If Guptill and Williamson get going this target will be very chaseable. Just relax everyone

Welcome to Pakpassion

 

[ARK Rafay]

WTH was that from Nicholls

 

[Rifaqat]

Out (

 

[Dead Ball]

NZ openers are so rubbish

 

[Leeon1994]

Very Pakistan like start from NZ

 

[Sunzi]

Chalo. Nicholls!

 

[bruhbruh]

Why can't't NZ bat?

 

[Visaal-E-Yaar]

30/2 in PP1 coming for you guys.

 

[Gullycricket]

Nz to help us reach semis because we are Ahl-e-Kitaab.Razzaq logic

 

[Nikhil_cric]

Brother S Ravi wants Pakistan out of this tournament

 

[Usman Chadda]

Munro was better than this guy

 

[ARK Rafay]

In Guptil, Kane, Ross and Trundlers Bhais we Trust !!!

 

[Majestic_Inzi]

Bull.... On a flat wicket...

 

[USaqaf]

Buu return tickets yet?

 

[Green Patriot]

Shaba NZ

Aik kaam b dhang sai nahi hota.

 

[IMMY69]

at first sight it looked high, maybe could have reviewed it.

Lets see the replay

 

[Leeon1994]

Everyone on here is so negative lol, just be positive and back New Zealand. If Guptill and Williamson get going this target will be very chaseable. Just relax everyone

We all have been positive in Ind v Eng, Pak v Ind, Ban v Ind look what happened.

 

[dildilpak]

Knew this was gonna happen. Nz openers have been awful this WC

 

[Visaal-E-Yaar]

at first sight it looked high, maybe could have reviewed it.

Lets see the replay

Agreed. Looks high

 

[Jeetlodil]

This will be like Pak v Afg. Fakhar just got out

 

[Visaal-E-Yaar]

at first sight it looked high, maybe could have reviewed it.

Lets see the replay

Yeah. Missing wickets. Confirmed.