Monday, April 21, 2008

IPL Pre-match analysis: Mohali Vs Jaipur

Punjab Kings eleven will play with weak Rajasthan Royals at Sawai Man Singh Stadium in Jaipur. Both teams lost their opening matches but Punjab kings showed fighting spirit in chasing a massive target set by Chennai Superkings. Jaipur is the weakest team among IPL squads who have neither strength nor fighting spirit. Their match with Daredevils is the worst match in the IPL. This match is also go in the same way.


Image courtesy: Maxtelevision.com

Rajasthan Royals were famous for their “Never say die” character in the Indian history. But these Royals are the dullest team in the Indian Premier League. Until the return of Graeme Smith and Younis Khan, this team will continue to suffer embarrassing defeats. Dinesh Salunkhe’s performance is the only bright spot for Jaipur from Delhi match. Jaipur IPL should be more adventurous by playing talented youngsters like Shrideep Mangela.
Favourite: Mohali IPL team.

T20 Match Timing: From 7 PM onwards live on SetMax channel.

Pitch: Batting paradise.

Interesting battle:

1. Irfan Pathan (Mohali) Vs Yusuf Pathan (Jaipur). Brothers in arms.

Key players:
Rajasthan Royals:

1. Shane Warne.
2. Dinesh Salunkhe.
3. Shane Watson.

Punjab Kings:
1. Brett Lee.
2. Yuvraj Singh.
3. Irfan Pathan.
4. James Hopes.

Batting:

Jaipur is looking weak in batting due to absence of South African captain Graeme Smith. Kumara Sangakkara and Yuvraj Singh will exploit weak Jaipur bowling attack. Big hitters of Punab like James Hopes and Irfan Pathan will fancy their chances against Shane Warne. Young Indian players need to rise their level of play to upset Punjan Kings.

Bowling:

It is Australia Vs Australia. It’s Brett lee Vs Shane Warne. Shane Warne’s poor bowling in the Delhi match is a concern while Sreesanth’s wayward bowling is troubling Punjab Kings. Brett Lee was in good nick in the last match.

Verdict: Another defeat for Jaipur is on the cards. Home advantage may not have much impact on the outcome.

IPL Gossips:

1. According to bookies, Chennai Kings is the favourite followed by Kolkata Knight Riders to win the IPL 2008 T20 tournament.

2. Rs 20,000 crore is the amount of betting being done on IPL Cricket matches.

3. Jaipur IPL is trying to get England batsman Kevin Pietersen to strengthen their batting strength.

4. Graeme Smith will be available for Jaipur squad from the next match onwards. Kamran Akmal and Younis Khan will play in the next match.

5. Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance company is the official sponsor of the Jaipur IPL squad.

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