England vs Pakistan 2018 Test series - Prediction Thread

[big_gamer007]

I’ll be honest here I have a feeling that Pakistan will win 2 - 0 against England this time around..

England test team is not that good as we saw in Australia and New Zealand where they were 23/9 or something..
Pakistan on the other hand have a young team and they do not have much pressure on them, if they lose they will face backlash but eventually it will be covered up by the fact without MisYou the test team isn’t that strong yet and might take a couple of years to build up again.
As history has shown us Pakistan always perform the best when Everyone has counted them out.

Also the biggest trump card this series would be Amir.. He hasn’t performed as per everyone’s expectations since he came back barring an odd performance here and there and I think this series is there for his taking.. There are already murmurs going around that he should be dropped (read threads in PP) and Amir is the one player whenever his position is under threat turns up big time and dominates like Wasim at his peak used to.

I think Amir will repeat his 2009/10 performance again and will come out swinging like he used to and create havoc in a weak England batting order.

From batting point of view I believe you won’t have a stand out performer but due to the exploit of Amir and others Pakistani batsmen who won’t set the series on fire will not need many runs to win.. In 8 innings mostly different players will score runs and we might see a century or two BT at most we will see Pakistan score 300-370 in first innings and take a lead of 100-120 because of bowlers bowling England out cheaply.

I think Azhar Ali, Azad and Harris Sohail all will score fifities and maybe one hundred amongst them whereas Sarfaraz and faheem and shadab will contribute in the lower order with few runs..

This is the perfect chance for Pakistan to win and I believe they will actually win this time..

So congrats to all PPers in advance..

 

[Peshwa]

1-1

 

[Mueez]

Yes we.will win 2-0 inshallah.
Amir to get back at his best and babar is going get the kickstart.

 

[786pk]

I don't think it would be Amir, Shadab will bag the wickets.

 

[The_Odd_One]

1-1 will be the most likely result

 

[Rayyman]

Nice jinx thread

 

[TeymurBlake]

It depends on how our bowlers bowl really. If they can get our batsman get able targets.

 

[adzzy786]

We will loose 2-0. We don’t have the experience or star power to win. No impact players what so ever

 

[big_gamer007]

Nice jinx thread

Why do you think everything has to be a jinx.. Some people can appreciate other teams regardless of their countries history or current political situation..

 

[big_gamer007]

We will loose 2-0. We don’t have the experience or star power to win. No impact players what so ever

Everyone is thinking the same and that Is why Pakistan team will surprise everyone and win.

 

[big_gamer007]

I don't think it would be Amir, Shadab will bag the wickets.

I don’t think England will provide pitches which will help shadab.. So has to be Amir..

 

[Abdullah]

1-1

 

[Ab Fan]

2-0 England.

Nothing to be shamed off though. England were thrased 0-5 in their last 6 tests in UAE.

 

[Justcrazy]

Is this a jinx side

 

[Syed1]

At the moment 2-0 seems like a stretch but we never know with Pakistan. However, 1-0 or 1-1 seems most likely.

 

[shokz1408]

1-0 Pakistan.

 

[Someone]

Ah well people said that before SL series too..

 

[PakSarZameen]

Had the Lords test been 2nd we may have had a chance

 

[introvert]

2-0 England. Pakistan might come close in one test but England will be victorious at the end.

 

[kuskash]

Pak will win 2-0, both by an inning, ENG to follow on in both tests, both game will be over in 3 days if rain does not affect it.

 

[Kroll]

A 2-0 scoreline to Pakistan sounds great but not very realistic.

 

[fluke]

i think it will be one all both teams will win a test each

 

[Robert]

I think Pakistan could win a test. The sun will shine on them at Lords.

 

[ArsenalFC]

2-0 England no doubt (if weather permitting) especially with Rahat Ali's presence.

 

[Napa]

Also the biggest trump card this series would be Amir.. He hasn’t performed as per everyone’s expectations since he came back barring an odd performance here and there and I think this series is there for his taking.. There are already murmurs going around that he should be dropped (read threads in PP) and Amir is the one player whenever his position is under threat turns up big time and dominates like Wasim at his peak used to.

I think Amir will repeat his 2009/10 performance again and will come out swinging like he used to and create havoc in a weak England batting order.

This is a chance for redemption for Amir. He is now back where he was banned 8 years ago. Amir, when he is motivated is a ATG bowler, as we Indians have found out. I believe he has a lot of motivation and as there are only 2 matches in this series, his body may also not break down.

 

[gazza619]

I think we can win 2-0

This Pakistan unit of 2018 is more spirited and has fewer loopholes as compared to the one that drew 1-1 in 2016.
Let me give you a brief analysis:
1. Babar Azam > Misbah ul Haq (with all due respect to Misbah, Babar Azam is a different level. I know he has not put the world on fire yet in tests but he is getting there. Remember, when Babar scores, he usually scores big and at a faster rate)
2. Shadab Khan > Yasir Shah (Yasir Shah was more of a bowler who kept one end tight. Shadab Khan gives the ball more air and is a handy bat at no. 7/8. In addition Shadab has a better googly and is a supeior fielder)
3. Muhammad Abbas > Sohail Khan
4. Imam-ul-Haq/Fakhar Zaman > Muhammad Hafeez
5. We have a superior 5th bowler and alrounder in Faheem Ashraf which means all bowlers will be fresh and go and attack
6. Mickey Arthur is all settled and knows his team inside out. There is an overall positive vibe in this team.

The one player we might miss is Younis Khan, but even Younis Khan of 2016 was an inconsistent batsman and would score once in 4 innings. We have a talented Haris Sohail this time who might consistently score solid 50 plus scores which will be handy as we dont expect big scores from either teams in early English summer.

I would be dissappointed if we dont win 2-0. We need to take most of the catches though.

 

[Sajjad-007]

Hopes for the best

 

[Cozyrensetter]

1-0 to England.I dont think its a weak English side.Its the best since 2013 Ashes.They have plugged their weaknesses (Vince,Ali).Butler is a freak player and will come good.Mark wood if he plays is going to be dangerous.
However Pakistan i feel will give them a tough fight.

 

[Hedz]

Most likely 2-0 England
If we are being optimistic 1-0 England

But let’s put up a fight, important series for our upcoming talent and seniors

 

[SarfiBabarHaris]

This Pakistan unit of 2018 is more spirited and has fewer loopholes as compared to the one that drew 1-1 in 2016.
Let me give you a brief analysis:
1. Babar Azam > Misbah ul Haq (with all due respect to Misbah, Babar Azam is a different level. I know he has not put the world on fire yet in tests but he is getting there. Remember, when Babar scores, he usually scores big and at a faster rate)
2. Shadab Khan > Yasir Shah (Yasir Shah was more of a bowler who kept one end tight. Shadab Khan gives the ball more air and is a handy bat at no. 7/8. In addition Shadab has a better googly and is a supeior fielder)
3. Muhammad Abbas > Sohail Khan
4. Imam-ul-Haq/Fakhar Zaman > Muhammad Hafeez
5. We have a superior 5th bowler and alrounder in Faheem Ashraf which means all bowlers will be fresh and go and attack
6. Mickey Arthur is all settled and knows his team inside out. There is an overall positive vibe in this team.

The one player we might miss is Younis Khan, but even Younis Khan of 2016 was an inconsistent batsman and would score once in 4 innings. We have a talented Haris Sohail this time who might consistently score solid 50 plus scores which will be handy as we dont expect big scores from either teams in early English summer.

I would be dissappointed if we dont win 2-0. We need to take most of the catches though.

Bro I also do like our young lot a lot, but you forgot English team this time is more stronger and hungrier after their loss performance against NZ.

Bairstow
Root
Cook
Stokes/Buttler
These are class batsmen and

Wood
Broad
Jimmy
Stokes is as good as a pace attack you can get in these conditions.

That being said I do believe we have better players of fast bowling this time and hope Pak wins 2-0 nahi to 1-0 he sahi

 

[Swashbuckler]

1-1, England aren't all that strong and Pakistan have historically been the best touring party to England among the Asian teams.

 

[big_gamer007]

My prediction seems to be going correct it seems apart from the fact instead of Amir it might be Hasan Ali’s series..

Excellent stuff from Pakistan they are surely favourites to beat England 2-0..

 

[Asch Ali]

Pak will win 2-0, both by an inning, ENG to follow on in both tests, both game will be over in 3 days if rain does not affect it.

England hasn’t followed on. You are already wrong on Day 1

 

[Bilal7]

My prediction seems to be going correct it seems apart from the fact instead of Amir it might be Hasan Ali’s series..

Excellent stuff from Pakistan they are surely favourites to beat England 2-0..

I am also backing the boys to beat England 2:0, however this England side should not be underestimated. They could have easily doubled their score this innings given the strength of their lower-order and the reemergence of Cook. Also, the bowling is as dangerous as ever with Anderson and Broad showing no signs of decline at home.

 

[kuskash]

England hasn’t followed on. You are already wrong on Day 1

I dont mind to be wrong as far as Pak win matches

 

[big_gamer007]

I am also backing the boys to beat England 2:0, however this England side should not be underestimated. They could have easily doubled their score this innings given the strength of their lower-order and the reemergence of Cook. Also, the bowling is as dangerous as ever with Anderson and Broad showing no signs of decline at home.

No doubt a turn around might happen but Pakistan are firmly in the drivers seat.. If they play well they will win only an exceptional performance from an English player or atrocious performance by Pakistan from here on will result in an England victory..

Like I said in OP Pakistan always perform when no one expects them to win and this is a young squad which is as fearless as any in the world.. People here blame Inzi but he’s doing an amazing job with your team.

 

[Bilal7]

No doubt a turn around might happen but Pakistan are firmly in the drivers seat.. If they play well they will win only an exceptional performance from an English player or atrocious performance by Pakistan from here on will result in an England victory..

Like I said in OP Pakistan always perform when no one expects them to win and this is a young squad which is as fearless as any in the world.. People here blame Inzi but he’s doing an amazing job with your team.

Only the truly thick and clueless hate on Inzamam. He's been one of the biggest reasons for why we see such a youthful Pakistan side.

 

[aukhan]

1-1

 

[big_gamer007]

My predictions are going spot on so far.. Instead of Amir Abbas stepped in maybe in 2nd match it will be Amir but other than that no one Can stop Pakistan winning now..

Your welcome to all all Pakistani fans from my side..

 

[The_Odd_One]

2-0 to Pakistan looks possible. English team is really low on confidence.