We are coming close to the end of group stage in IPL 2010. I should say this edition is a very close contest between the teams. Some teams started well, but lost their way. Contrastingly, some teams had a bad start, but overcame that later in the tournament. Only two teams maintained their status throughout the tournament; Mumbai Indians were the all-conquering team while Kings XI Punjab struggled for the most part of the tournament.
So, Mumbai Indians had qualified with 16 points to their credit. Kings XI Punjab was eliminated from the tournament for all practical purposes; though, still they have a improbable theoretical chance to make it to the semi-finals. But, realistically, six teams will be fighting hard for the remaining three semi-final spots.
Royal Challengers Bangalore looked the most consistent team of these six remaining teams. So, I would guess that they would go through to the next stage. So, who will grab the last two slots? Delhi Daredevils, Deccan Chargers, Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders or Rajasthan Royals? All these teams played brilliant one day and looked pretty ordinary another day. So, let us wait and watch as the drama unfolds.
So, Mumbai Indians had qualified with 16 points to their credit. Kings XI Punjab was eliminated from the tournament for all practical purposes; though, still they have a improbable theoretical chance to make it to the semi-finals. But, realistically, six teams will be fighting hard for the remaining three semi-final spots.
Royal Challengers Bangalore looked the most consistent team of these six remaining teams. So, I would guess that they would go through to the next stage. So, who will grab the last two slots? Delhi Daredevils, Deccan Chargers, Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders or Rajasthan Royals? All these teams played brilliant one day and looked pretty ordinary another day. So, let us wait and watch as the drama unfolds.
Hi
ReplyDeleteHave been watching the CSK matches with avid interest and we sure have a chance at the semis, if we get it right today. I think we need to play our best 11 , in terms of current form and would recommend the following players
1. Murali Vijay
2 Parthiv patel
3. Suresh raina
4. MSD
5. Hussey
6. Badri
7. Kemp
8. Morkel
9. Ashwin
10. jakarti
11. bolinger
Would definitely like to see our team lift the cup and all the very best
Regards
Ram
Hi Ram,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you. Chennai have to get their combination right. From your lineup, I would just drop either Hussey or Kemp and go with Thushara instead. I too feel that Hayden should be dropped and Parthiv Patel should open the innings. Thanks.