Tuesday, March 30, 2010

2010 ... IPL - Match 27 Video Highlights ... Mumbai Indians v Kings XI Punjab

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2010 ... IPL Match (27) ... Mumbai Indians v Kings XI Punjab - Analytics

Mumbai Indians v Kings XI Punjab, played at Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai on March 30 2010 - Mumbai Indians won by 4 wickets and 3 balls remaining.
  • Kings XI Punjab 163 All out in 20 overs
  • Mumbai Indians 164 for 6 wickets in 19.3 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Mumbai Indians' Chase

Target of 164 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 58 for the loss of 1 wicket
Batting Resources still available was ... 75 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 65 %
Excess Capacity At hand ... + 10 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... favors the Mumbai Indians

Score at end of 13 overs ... 100 for the loss of 3 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 45 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 39 %
Excess Capacity At hand .... +06 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock ... still favors Mumbai Indians

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs indicated that the Mumbai Indians were well ahead, based on the Resource Clock Index. The preservation of early wickets was a key factor.

During the End-Overs the Mumbai Indians could accelerate and increase their momentum of scoring and they were always within the Resource Clock Index. Mumbai Indians were able to measure their chase and win the game in the 20th over with 3 balls to spare.

Mumbai Indians were ahead of the Resource Clock Index for all the overs and never fell behind. .

Also "Big Overs Comparison" had Mumbai Indians outpointing Kings XI Punjab by 8 to 5.



Monday, March 29, 2010

2010 ... IPL - Match 26 Video Highlights ... Delhi Daredevils v Kolkata Knight Riders


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2010 ... IPL Match (26) ... Delhi Daredevils v Kolkata Knight Riders - Analytics

Delhi Daredevils v Kolkata Knight Riders, played at Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi on March 29 2010 - Delhi Daredevils won by 40 runs.
  • Delhi Daredevils 177 for 4 wickets in 20 overs
  • Kolkata Knight Riders 137 for 9 wickets in 20 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Kolkata Knight Riders' Chase

Target of 178 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 45 for the loss of 3 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 64 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 75 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand ... - 11 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... against the Kolkata Knight Riders

Score at end of 13 overs ... 82 for the loss of 4 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 41 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 54 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand .... - 13 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock ... still against the Kolkata Knight Riders

The Opening Overs indicated that the Kolkata Knight Riders were well behind, based on the Resource Clock Index. Again the loss of early wickets was a key factor. They could not accelerate and increase their momentum of scoring during the Middle Overs and they were well behind based on the Resource Clock Index.

During the End-Overs the Kolkata Knight Riders kept losing wickets steadily while falling behind the Resource Clock and lost the match by a large margin of 40 runs.

Kolkata Knight Riders were ahead of the Resource Clock Index for only 1 over and were behind in the 19 remaining overs.

Also "Big Overs Comparison" had Delhi Daredevils outscoring Kolkata Knight Riders by 6 to 4.



2010 ... IPL - Match 25 Video Highlights ... Mumbai Indians v Deccan Chargers


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2010 ... IPL Match (25) ... Mumbai Indians v Deccan Chargers - Analytics

Mumbai Indians v Deccan Chargers, played at DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai on March 28 2010 - Mumbai Indians won by 41 runs.
  • Mumbai Indians 172 for 7 wickets in 20 overs
  • Deccan Chargers 131 All Out in 17.4 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Deccan Chargers' Chase

Target of 173 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 57 for the loss of 4 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 56 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 67 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand ... - 11 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... against the Deccan Chargers

Score at end of 13 overs ... 100 for the loss of 5 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 36 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 42 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand .... - 06 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock ... still against the Deccan Chargers

The Opening Overs indicated that the Deccan Chargers were well behind the curve, based on the Resource Clock Index. The loss of early wickets was a key factor. However they could not gain traction and increase their momentum of scoring during the Middle Overs and were unable to consolidate and they were well behind based on the Resource Clock Index.

During the End-Overs the Deccan Chargers kept losing wickets steadily and lost the match by a large margin of 41 runs.

Deccan Chargers were ahead of the Resource Clock Index for only 4 overs initially and were behind in the 14 remaining overs.

Also "Big Overs Comparison" had Mumbai Indians outscoring Deccan Chargers by 9 to 4.



2010 ... IPL - Match 24 Video Highlights ... Rajasthan Royals v Chennai Super Kings


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Saturday, March 27, 2010

2010 ... IPL Match (24) ... Rajasthan Royals V Chennai Super Kings - Analytics

Rajasthan Royals V Chennai Super Kings, played at Sardar Patel Stadium Motera, Ahmedabad on March 28 2010 - Rajasthan Royals won by 17 runs.
  • Rajasthan Royals 177 for 8 wickets in 20 overs
  • Chennai Super Kings 160 for 6 wickets in 20 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Chennai Super Kings' Chase

Target of 178 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 68 for the loss of 1 wicket
Batting Resources still available was ... 75 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 62 %
Excess Capacity At hand ... + 13 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... favors the Chennai Super Kings

Score at end of 13 overs ... 97 for the loss of 3 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 45 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 46 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand .... - 01 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock ... now slightly against Chennai Super Kings

The Opening Overs indicated that the Chennai Super Kings were well ahead of the curve, based on the Resource Clock Index. However they could not maintain their momentum of scoring during the Middle Overs and were unable to consolidate and they fell behind based on the Resource Clock Index.

During the End-Overs the Chennai Super Kings steadily fell behind and at the end of the 17th over they had to score 47 runs in 3 overs with six wickets at hand, which was a tough task.

Chennai Super Kings were ahead of the Resource Clock Index for 11 overs and were behind in the 9 remaining overs, which were the crucial ones. Scoring only six runs apiece during overs 16 and 17 proved to be Chennai Super Kings undoing, or rather Rajasthan Royals' better defense.

Also "Big Overs Comparison" had Rajasthan Royals outscoring Chennai Super Kings by 10 to 5.



2010 ... IPL - Match 23 Video Highlights ... Kings XI Punjab v Kolkata Knight Riders






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2010 ... IPL Match (23) ... Kings XI Punjab v Kolkata Knight Riders - Analytics

Kings XI Punjab v Kolkata Knight Riders, played at PCA Stadium Mohali, Chandigarh on March 27 2010 - Kolkata Knight Riders won by 39 runs.
  • Kolkata Knight Riders 183 for 5 wickets in 20 overs
  • Kings XI Punjab 144 for 6 wickets in 20 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Kings XI Punjab's Chase

Target of 184 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 52 for the loss of 2 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 70 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 72 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand ... - 02 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... marginally against Kings XI Punjab

Score at end of 13 overs ... 89 for the loss of 3 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 45 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 52 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand .... - 07 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock ... now strongly against Kings XI Punjab

The Opening Overs indicated that the Kings XI Punjab were slightly behind the curve, based on the Resource Clock Index. However they could not increase their momentum of scoring during the Middle Overs and were unable to consolidate and they fell well behind based on the Resource Clock Index. Any shortfall of that magnitude at the 13th over stage is a tough hill to climb.

During the End-Overs the Kings XI Punjab were unable to get a lift and they steadily fell behind and were soon out of the match and the contest became rather one sided by the 15the over.

Kings XI Punjab were always behind the Resource Clock Index for all the 20 overs, and lost the match by a big margin of 39 runs.

"Full Toss" Cricket Radio Show on March 27 2010




Listener who called in

Vijayendran ... from Holmdel, New Jersey at 14:35

Amit's ... Did You Know ........... (13)

Cricket Trivia from the Web ... Interesting facts

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Name India's first ODI captain..?

Ajit Wadekar.

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Name the first Indian to receive the 'Man of the match" award in an ODI ...?

Farookh Engineer.

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Name the two father-son combinations to represent India in ODIs...??

Yograj Singh/Yuvraj Singh was the first and Sunil Gavaskar/Rohan Gavaskar was the next.

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Against which team did Sunil Gavaskar score his only ODI hundred.??

New Zealand.

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Friday, March 26, 2010

2010 ... IPL - Match 22 Video Highlights ... Rajasthan Royals v Deccan Chargers


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2010 ... IPL Match (22) ... Rajasthan Royals v Deccan Chargers - Analytics

Rajasthan Royals v Deccan Chargers, played at Sardar Patel Stadium Motera, Ahmedabad on March 26 2010 - Rajasthan Royals won 8 wickets and 26 balls remaining.
  • Deccan Chargers 148 for 9 wickets in 20 overs
  • Rajasthan Royals 151 for 2 wickets in 15.4 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Rajasthan Royals' Chase

Target of 149 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 65 for the loss of 1 wicket
Batting Resources still available was ... 75 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 56 %
Excess Capacity At hand ... + 19 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... strongly favors Rajasthan Royals

Score at end of 13 overs ... 121 for the loss of 2 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 48 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 19 %
Excess Capacity At hand .... + 29 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock ... still strongly favors Rajasthan Royals

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs indicated a very strong start and consolidation for the Rajasthan Royals and they were well ahead based on the Resource Clock Index. It was clearly a one sided contest.

During the End-Overs the Rajasthan Royals continued their rampage and won the match comfortably by 8 wickets and 26 balls to spare.

Rajasthan Royals were always ahead of the Resource Clock Index for all the 16 overs, and displayed their dominance during the entire chase, thanks to the knocks from Yusuf Pathan and Michael Lumb.

Thursday, March 25, 2010

2010 ... IPL - Match 21 Video Highlights ... Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings


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2010 ... IPL Match (21) ... Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings - Analytics

Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings, played at Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai on March 25 2010 - Mumbai Indians won 5 wickets and 6 balls remaining.
  • Chennai Super Kings 180 for 2 wickets in 20 overs
  • Mumbai Indians 184 for 5 wickets in 19 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Mumbai Indians's Chase

Target of 181 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 74 for the loss of no wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 79 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 59 %
Excess Capacity At hand ... + 20 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... strongly favors Mumbai Indians

Score at end of 13 overs ... 119 for the loss of 2 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 47 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 34 %
Excess Capacity At hand .... + 13 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock ... still strongly favors Mumbai Indians

The Opening Overs was a very strong start for the Mumbai Indians and they were well ahead based on the Resource Clock Index. They continued to be ahead during the Middle Overs by not losing too many wickets and maintaining their fast scoring rate as well. They were comfortably ahead based on the "Resource Clock" index.

During the End-Overs the Mumbai Indians maintained their momentum won the match comfortably by 5 wickets and 6 balls to spare. They were never in any danger of falling behind.

Mumbai Indians were always ahead of the Resource Clock Index for all the 19 overs, and displayed their dominance during the entire chase, architects being Sachin Tendulkar and Shikar Dhawan.

2010 ... IPL - Match 20 Video Highlights ... Royal Challengers Bangalore v Delhi Daredevils



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2010 ... IPL Match (20) ... Royal Challengers Bangalore v Delhi Daredevils - Analytics

Royal Challengers Bangalore v Delhi Daredevils, played at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore on March 25 2010 - Delhi Daredevils won 17 runs.
  • Delhi Daredevils 183 for 4 wickets in 20 overs
  • Royal Challengers Bangalore 166 for 9 wickets in 20 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Royal Challengers Bangalore's Chase

Target of 184 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 55 for the loss of no wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 79 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 70 %
Excess Capacity At hand ... + 9 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... favors Royal Challengers Bangalore

Score at end of 13 overs ... 100 for the loss of 4 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 41 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 45 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand .... - 4 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock ... now against Royal Challengers Bangalore

The Opening Overs was a strong start for Royal Challengers Bangalore and they were ahead based on the Resource Clock Index. However during the Middle Overs clearly indicated a shift in momentum against Royal Challengers Bangalore, with the Royal Challengers Bangalore losing wickets and falling behind based on the "Resource Clock" index.

During the End-Overs the Royal Challengers Bangalore things became worse and they fell well behind the Resource Clock and were unable to increase their scoring rate significantly to catch up.

Royal Challengers Bangalore were ahead of the Resource Clock Index for the first 10 overs, but then fell behind the remaining 10 overs when it mattered most, thus losing by a margin of 17 runs.

2010 ... IPL - Match 19 Video Highlights ... Kings XI Punjab v Rajasthan Royals



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2010 ... IPL Match (19) ... Kings XI Punjab v Rajasthan Royals - Analytics

Kings XI Punjab v Rajasthan Royals, played at PCA Stadium Mohali, Chandigarh on March 242010 - Rajasthan Royals won by 31 runs
  • Rajasthan Royals 183 for 5 wickets in 20 overs
  • Kings XI Punjab 152 All Out in 19.2 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Kings XI Punjab's Chase

Target of 184 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 81 for the loss of 1 wicket
Batting Resources still available was ... 75 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 56 %
Excess Capacity At hand ... + 19 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... strongly favors Kings XI Punjab

Score at end of 13 overs ... 115 for the loss of 5 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 36 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 37 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand .... - 1 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock slightly against Kings XI Punjab.

The Opening Overs was very strong start for Kings XI Punjab and they were comfortably ahead based on the Resource Clock Index. But things started to change during the Middle Overs which clearly indicated a shift in momentum against Kings XI Punjab, with the Kings XI Punjab behind based on the "Resource Clock" index. The loss of quick wickets altered their progress

During the End-Overs the Kings XI Punjab could not regain the earlier momentum and were unable to increase their scoring rate significantly to catch up with the Resource clock.

Kings XI Punjab were ahead of the Resource Clock Index for the first 12 overs, but then fell behind the remaining 7.2 overs when it mattered most, thus losing by a big margin of 31 runs.

2010 ... IPL - Match 18 Video Highlights ... Royal Challengers Bangalore v Chennai Super Kings



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Wednesday, March 24, 2010

2010 ... IPL Match (18) ... Royal Challengers Bangalore v Chennai Super Kings - Analytics

Royal Challengers Bangalore v Chennai Super Kings, played at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore on March 23 2010 - Royal Challengers Bangalore won by 36 runs
  • Royal Challengers Bangalore 171 for 5 wickets in 20 overs
  • Chennai Super Kings 135 for 7 wickets in 20 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Chennai Super Kings' Chase

Target of 172 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 33 for the loss of 1 wicket
Batting Resources still available was ... 75 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 81 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand ... - 06 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... against Chennai Super Kings

Score at end of 13 overs ... 80 for the loss of 5 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 36 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 53 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand .... - 17 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still strongly against Chennai Super Kings.

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase was relatively one sided against the Chennai Super Kings, with the Chennai Super Kings well behind based on the "Resource Clock" index.

During the End-Overs the Chennai Super Kings were no better and were unable to increase their scoring rate significantly.

Chennai Super Kings were behind the Resource Clock Index for all the 20 overs, which is a testimony to Bangalore's defense and tight bowling, resulting in a big win for Bangalore.

2010 ... IPL - Match 17 Video Highlights ... Mumbai Indians v Kolkata Knight Riders



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2010 ... IPL Match (17) ... Mumbai Indians v Kolkata Knight Riders - Analytics

Mumbai Indians v Kolkata Knight Riders, played at Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai on March 22 2010 - Mumbai Indians v Kolkata Knight Riders won 7 wickets and 9 balls to spare
  • Kolkata Knight Riders 155 for 3 wickets in 20 overs
  • Mumbai Indians 156 for 3 wickets in 18.3 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Mumbai Indians' Chase

Target of 156 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 61 for the loss of 1 wicket
Batting Resources still available was ... 75 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 61 %
Excess Capacity At hand ... + 14 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... strongly favors Mumbai Indians

Score at end of 13 overs ... 106 for the loss of 1 wicket
Batting Resources still available was ... 50 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 32 %
Excess Capacity At hand .... + 18 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still favors strongly Mumbai Indians.

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase was relatively one sided by Mumbai Indians, with the Mumbai Indians way ahead based on the "Resource Clock" index.

Continuing in the same fashion during the End-Game the Mumbai Indians were able to maintain their scoring rate and kept the momentum.

Mumbai Indians were ahead of the Resource Clock Index for all the 19 overs and thus had a very comfortable chase and win.

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

2010 ... IPL - Match 16 Video Highlights ... Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab




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2010 ... IPL Match (16) ... Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab - Analytics

Chennai Super Kings v Kings XI Punjab, played at MA Chidambaram Stadium Chepauk, Chennai on March 21 2010 - Kings XI Punjab won the one-over eliminator
  • Kings XI Punjab 136 for 8 wickets in 20 overs
  • Chennai Super Kings 136 for 7 wickets in 20 overs
  • One-over eliminator details:
  • Chennai Super Kings (9 runs in 5 balls),
  • Kings XI Punjab (10 runs in 4 balls)
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Chennai Super Kings' Chase

Target of 137 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 51 for the loss of no wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 79 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 63 %
Excess Capacity At hand ... + 16 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... strongly favors Chennai Super Kings

Score at end of 13 overs ... 97 for the loss of 3 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 45 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 29 %
Excess Capacity At hand .... + 16 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still favors strongly Chennai Super Kings.

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase by Chennai Super Kings were well placed, with the Chennai Super Kings way ahead based on the "Resource Clock" index.

However in the End-Game the Chennai Super Kings were unable to maintain their scoring rate and lost the momentum. During the 4 overs from over 15 to over 18, Chennai Super Kings scored only 20 runs and could not capitalize the excellent start they had.

Chennai Super Kings were ahead of the Resource Clock for all overs except one, but not when it counted in over 20, which resulted in a tie and a subsequent loss in the eliminator over.

2010 ... IPL - Match 15 Video Highlights ... Deccan Chargers v Delhi Daredevils



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2010 ... IPL Match (15) ... Deccan Chargers v Delhi Daredevils - Analytics

Deccan Chargers v Delhi Daredevils, played at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack on March 21 2010 - Deccan Chargers won by 10 runs
  • Deccan Chargers 171 for 6 wickets in 20 overs
  • Delhi Daredevils 161 for 9 wickets in 20 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Delhi Daredevils' Chase

Target of 172 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 60 for the loss of 1 wicket
Batting Resources still available was ... 75 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 65 %
Excess Capacity At hand ... + 10 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... strongly favors Delhi Daredevils

Score at end of 13 overs ... 100 for the loss of 3 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 45 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 42 %
Excess Capacity At hand .... + 22 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still favors slightly Delhi Daredevils.

The Opening Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase by Delhi Daredevils was fairly placed, with the Delhi Daredevils way ahead based on the "Resource Clock" index. The Middle Overs saw a slowing down of the scoring rate and loss of wickets saw Delhi Daredevils slightly slowing down but still ahead of the "Resource Clock".

However in the End-Game the Delhi Daredevils were unable to maintain their scoring rate and kept losing too many wickets at crucial stages. During the last two overs ie overs 19 and 20, Delhi Daredevils scored only 9 runs and lost 4 wickets, which resulted in their loss from a position of strength.

Delhi Daredevils were ahead of the Resource Clock for all overs except three, but not when it counted in overs 19 and 20, which resulted in their loss by 10 runs.

2010 ... IPL - Match 14 Video Highlights ... Mumbai Indians vs Royal Challengers Bangalore



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2010 ... IPL Match (14) ... Mumbai Indians v Royal Challengers Bangalore - Analytics

Mumbai Indians v Royal Challengers Bangalore, played at Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai on March 20 2010 - Royal Challengers Bangalore won by 7 wickets and 5 balls to spare
  • Mumbai Indians 151 for 9 wickets in 20 overs
  • Royal Challengers Bangalore 155 for 3 wickets in 19.1 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Royal Challengers' Chase

Target of 152 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 64 for the loss of no wicket
Batting Resources still available was ... 79 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 58 %
Excess Capacity At hand ... + 21 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock ... strongly favors Royal Challengers

Score at end of 13 overs ... 110 for the loss of 1 wicket
Batting Resources still available was ... 50 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 28 %
Excess Capacity At hand .... + 22 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still strongly favors Royal Challengers Bangalore.

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase was fairly one sided, with the Royal Challengers Bangalore way ahead Riders based on the "Resource Clock" index. It was significant to note that Royal Challengers were off to a flying start and maintained it.

In the End-Game the Royal Challengers were able to maintain their scoring rate without losing too many wickets , and were steadily ahead of the "Resource Clock" and won the match by a comfortable margin.

Royal Challengers Bangalore were ahead of the Resource Clock for all overs except one, which clearly demonstrated their dominance.

Monday, March 22, 2010

2010 ... IPL - Match 13 Video Highlights ... Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders



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2010 ... IPL Match (13) ... Rajasthan Royals v Kolkata Knight Riders - Analytics

Rajasthan Royals v Kolkata Knight Riders, played at Sardar Patel Stadium Motera, Ahmedabad on March 20 2010 - Rajasthan Royals won by 34 runs
  • Rajasthan Royals 168 for 7 wickets in 20 overs
  • Kings XI Punjab 134 for 5 wickets in 20 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Kolkata Knight Riders' Chase

Target of 169 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 43 for the loss of 1 wicket
Batting Resources still available was ... 75 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 74 %
Excess Capacity At hand ... + 1 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock almost even...slightly favors Kolkata Knight Riders

Score at end of 13 overs ... 87 for the loss of 2 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 48 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 49 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand .... - 1 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still even.. slightly against Kolkata Knight Riders.

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase was fairly even against Kolkata Knight Riders based on the "Resource Clock" index. It was significant to note that Kolkata Knight Riders were not able to build on a conservative start.

In the End-Game the Kolkata Knight Riders were unable to increase their scoring rate, and steadily fell behind the "Resource Clock" and lost the match by a significant margin of 34 runs.

Kolkata Knight Riders were ahead of the Resource Clock for only 9 overs and were behind in 11 overs.

Sunday, March 21, 2010

"Full Toss" Cricket Radio Show on March 20 2010 ... Special Tribute to Gundappa Vishwanath




Special tribute to Gundappa Vishwanath at 27:35

"Gundappa Viswanath was a true artist with the willow - his strokeplay, particularly the late-cut executed with lumberjack-strong wrists, was nothing less than divine" ... Profile

Listener who called in

Ali ... from Howell, New Jersey 35:13


Saturday, March 20, 2010

Amit's ... Did You Know ........... (13)

Cricket Trivia from the Web ... Interesting random facts

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Who was the last Karnataka cricketer to lead India in a Test match before Rahul Dravid did so in 2003-2004..?

Gundappa Vishwanath captained India in 1980.

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Who was the first Indian to score a century in a World Cup match ...?

Kapil Dev's matchless 175 against Zimbabwe in the 1983 World Cup in England...!!

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Who won the "Man of the Match" award in the 1983 World Cup final...??

Mohinder Amarnath in the immortal final between India and West Indies .

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Who won the "Man of the Match" award in the 2007 T20 World Cup final.??

Irfan Pathan in the classic final between India and Pakistan.

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2010 ... IPL - Match 12 Video Highlights ... Deccan Chargers vs Kings XI Punjab



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2010 ... IPL Match (12) ... Deccan Chargers vs Kings XI Punjab - Analytics

Deccan Chargers vs Kings XI Punjab, played at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack on March 19 2010 - Deccan Chargers won by 6 runs
  • Deccan Chargers 170 for 7 wickets in 20 overs
  • Kings XI Punjab 164 for 8 wickets in 20 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Kings XI Punjab's Chase

Target of 171 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 39 for the loss of 3 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 64 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 77 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand ... - 13 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock against Kings XI Punjab

Score at end of 13 overs ... 71 for the loss of 6 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 30 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 59 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand .... - 29 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still strongly against Kings XI Punjab.

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase was against Kings XI Punjab based on the "Resource Clock" index, clearly indicating a big win for the Deccan Chargers. The loss of quick wickets, coupled with a slow scoring rate ensured the defeat for the Kings XI Punjab.

In the End-Game the Kings XI Punjab increased their scoring rate, but were unable to catch up to the "Resource Clock" and lost the match by a narrow margin of 6 runs.

Kings XI Punjab were ahead of the Resource Clock for only 2 overs and were behind in 18 overs.

2010 ... IPL - Match 11 Video Highlights ... Delhi Daredevils vs Chennai Super Kings



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2010 ... IPL Match (11) ... Delhi Daredevils vs Chennai Super Kings - Analytics

Delhi Daredevils vs Chennai Super Kings, played at Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi on March 19 2010 - Chennai Super Kings won by 5 wickets with 5 balls to spare
  • Delhi Daredevils 185 for 6 wickets in 20 overs
  • Chennai Super Kings 190 for 5 wickets in 19.1 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Chennai Super Kings' Chase

Target of 186 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 64 for the loss of 2 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 70 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 65 %
Excess Capacity At hand ... + 5 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock favors Chennai Super Kings

Score at end of 13 overs ... 139 for the loss of 2 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 47 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 25 %
Excess Capacity At hand .... + 22 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still strongly favors Chennai Super Kings

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase was in favor of the Chennai Super Kings based on the "Resource Clock" index, clearly indicating a big win for the Chennai Super Kings. The preservation of wickets, coupled with a strong scoring rate ensured the victory for the Chennai Super Kings.

In the End-Game the Chennai Super Kings too were consistently ahead of the "Resource Clock" and won the match by a comfortable margin of 5 wickets.

Chennai Super Kings were ahead of the Resource Clock for 18 overs and were behind in only 2 overs.

2010 ... IPL - Match 10 Video Highlights ... Royal Challengers vs Rajasthan Royals

2010 ... IPL Match (10) ... Royal Challengers vs Rajasthan Royals - Analytics

Royal Challengers vs Rajasthan Royals, played at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore on March 18 2010 - Royal Challengers won by 10 wickets and 56 balls to spare
  • Rajasthan Royals 92 all out in 19.5 overs
  • Royal Challengers 93 for no loss in 10.4 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Royal Challengers' Chase

Target of 93 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 62 for the loss of 0 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 79 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 33 %
Excess Capacity At hand ... - 46 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock strongly favors Royal Challengers

The Opening Overs and beyond clearly indicated that the contest one-sided and the chase was relatively easy for the Royal Challengers based on the "Resource Clock" index, clearly indicating a big win them.

In the Middle Overs the Royal Challengers too were consistently ahead of the "Resource Clock" and won the match by a big margin of 10 wickets.

Royal Challengers were always well ahead of the Resource Clock during all the first 11 overs they batted.

2010 ... IPL - Match 9 Video Highlights ... Delhi Daredevils vs Mumbai Indians




Friday, March 19, 2010

2010 ... IPL Match (9) ... Delhi Daredevils vs Mumbai Indians - Analytics

Delhi Daredevils vs Mumbai Indians, played at Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi on March 17 2010 - Mumbai Indians won by 98 runs
  • Mumbai Indians 218 for 7 wickets in 20 overs
  • Delhi Daredevils 120 All out in 16.3 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Delhi Daredevils' Chase

Target of 219 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 62 for the loss of 3 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 64 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 72 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand ... - 08 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock strongly against Delhi Daredevils

Score at end of 13 overs ... 115 for the loss of 7 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 21 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 48 %
Shortage of capacity At hand .... - 27 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still strongly against Delhi Daredevils

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase was strongly against the Delhi Daredevils based on the "Resource Clock" index despite a strong showing in the first 6 overs, clearly indicating a big defeat for the Kolkata Knight Riders. The loss of wickets from over 7 onwards was not overcome in the later overs.

In the Middle and End-Game the Delhi Daredevils too were consistently behind the "Resource Clock" and lost the match by a big margin of 98 runs.

Delhi Daredevils were initially ahead of the Resource Clock during the first 6 overs, but then fell behind the Resource Clock Index for the next 11 overs.

2010 ... IPL - Match 8 Video Full Match ... Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings


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2010 ... IPL Match (8) ... Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings - Analytics

Kolkata Knight Riders vs Chennai Super Kings, played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata on March 16 2010 - Chennai Super Kings won by 55 runs
  • Chennai Super Kings 164 for 3 wickets in 20 overs
  • Kolkata Knight Riders 109 All out in 19.2 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Kolkata Knight Riders' Chase

Target of 165 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 49 for the loss of 4 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 55 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 70 %
Shortage of Capacity At hand ... - 15 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock strongly against Kolkata Knight Riders

Score at end of 13 overs ... 82 for the loss of 7 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 21 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 50 %
Shortage of capacity At hand .... - 29 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still strongly against Kolkata Knight Riders

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase was strongly against the Kolkata Knight Riders based on the "Resource Clock" index, clearly indicating a big defeat for the Kolkata Knight Riders. The weak start was not overcome in the later overs.

In the Middle and End-Game the Kolkata Knight Riders too were consistently behind the "Resource Clock" and lost the match by a big margin of 55 runs.

Kolkata Knight Riderss were always behind the Resource Clock Index for all the 19 overs and were never in the hunt.

2010 ... IPL - Match 7 Video Highlights ... Royal Challengers vs Kings XI Punjab

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2010 ... IPL Match (7) ... Royal Challengers vs Kings XI Punjab - Analytics

Royal Challengers vs Kings XI Punjab, played at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore on March 16 2010 - Royal Challengers won by 8 wickets and 7 balls to spare
  • Kings XI Punjab 203 for 3 wickets in 20 overs
  • Royal Challengers 204 for 2 wickets in 18.5 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Royal Challengers' Chase

Target of 204 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 67 for the loss of 0 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 79 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 67 %
Excess capacity At hand ... + 12 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock strongly favors Royal Challengers

Score at end of 13 overs ... 139 for the loss of 1 wicket
Batting Resources still available was ... 50 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 32 %
Excess capacity At hand .... +18 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still strongly favors Royal Challengers

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase was strongly favoring Royal Challengers based on the "Resource Clock" index, clearly indicating a comfortable win for the Royal Challengers. The strong start was maintained in the later overs.

In the End-Game the Royal Challengers too were consistently ahead of the "Resource Clock" and won the match by 8 wickets and 7 balls to spare.

Royal Challengers were always ahead of the Resource Clock Index for 17 overs and were behind only in one over.

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

2010 ... IPL - Match 6 Video Highlights ... Rajasthan Royals Vs Delhi Daredevils

2010 ... IPL Match (6) ... Rajasthan Royals v Delhi Daredevils - Analytics

Rajasthan Royals v Delhi Daredevils, played at Sardar Patel Stadium Motera, Ahmedabad on March 15 2010 - Delhi Daredevils won by 6 wickets and 17 balls to spare
  • Rajasthan Royals 141 for 6 wickets in 20 overs
  • Delhi Daredevils 142 for 4 wickets in 17.1 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Delhi Daredevils' Chase

Target of 142 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 78 for the loss of 2 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 70 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 45 %
Excess capacity At hand ... + 25 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock strongly favors Delhi Daredevils

Score at end of 13 overs ... 115 for the loss of 4 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 41 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 19 %
Excess capacity At hand .... +22 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still strongly favors Delhi Daredevils

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase was pretty one-sided based on the "Resource Clock" index, clearly indicating a comfortable win for the Delhi Daredevils. A strong start was maintained in the later overs.

In the End-Game the Delhi Daredevils were consistently ahead of the "Resource Clock" and won the match by 6 wickets and 17 balls to spare.

Delhi Daredevils were always ahead of the Resource Clock Index for all the 17 overs, which reflected the easy win.

Sunday, March 14, 2010

2010 ... IPL - Match 5 Video Highlights ... Chennai Super Kings Vs Deccan Chargers

2010 ... IPL Match (5) ... Chennai Super Kings Vs Deccan Chargers - Analytics

Chennai Super Kings Vs Deccan Chargers, played at MAC Stadium Chepauk, Chennai on March 14 2010 - Deccan Chargers won by 31 runs
  • Deccan Chargers 190 for 4 wickets in 20 overs
  • Chennai Super Kings 159 for 9 wickets in 20 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Chennai Super Kings' Chase

Target of 191 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 50 for the loss of 4 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 56 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 74 %
Shortage of capacity At hand ... - 18 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock strongly against Chennai Super Kings

Score at end of 13 overs ... 89 for the loss of 5 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 36 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 53 %
Shortage of capacity At hand .... -17 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still strongly against Chennai Super Kings

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase was pretty one-sided based on the "Resource Clock" index, clearly indicating a comfortable win for the Deccan Chargers.

In the End-Game the Chennai Super Kings could not do anything extra-ordinary and were consistently behind the "Resource Clock" and lost the match by 31 runs.

Chennai Super Kings were ahead of the Resource Clock Index for only one over and were behind in the remaining 19 overs.


2010 ... IPL - Match 4 Video Highlights ... Kolkata Knight Riders Vs Royal Challengers Bangalore

Watching a game at the Eden Gardens Kolkata is always nostalgic.


2010 ... IPL Match (4) ... Kolkata Knight Riders Vs Royal Challengers Bangalore - Analytics

Kolkata Knight Riders Vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, played at Eden Gardens, Kolkata on March 14 2010 - Kolkata won by 7 wickets with 4 balls remaining
  • Royal Challengers 135 for 7 wickets in 20 overs
  • Kolkata Knight Riders 136 for 5 wickets in 20 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Kolkata Knight Riders' Chase

Target of 136 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 67 for the loss of 0 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 79 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 51 %
Excess capacity At hand ... + 28 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock strongly favors Kolkata Knight Riders

Score at end of 13 overs ... 109 for the loss of 1 wicket
Batting Resources still available was ... 50 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 20 %
Excess capacity At hand .... +30 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still strongly favors Kolkata Knight Riders

The Opening Overs and Middle Overs clearly indicated that the contest and chase was pretty one-sided based on the "Resource Clock", clearly indicating a comfortable win for the Kolkata Knight Riders.

In the End-Game the Kolkata Knight Riders slowed their run-rate but still managed to be ahead of the "Resource Clock" and won the match with 4 balls to spare.

Kolkata Knight Riders were ahead of the Resource Clock Index for 19 overs and were behind only in one over.


2010 ... IPL - Match 3 Video Highlights ... Kings XI Punjab Vs Delhi Daredevils

2010 ... IPL - Match 2 Video Highlights ... Mumbai Indians Vs Rajasthan Royals

Yusuf Pathan's amazing century in 37 balls




"Full Toss" Cricket Radio Show on March 13 2010 ... Special Tribute to Eknath Solkar






Listen to the Special Tribute to Eknath Solkar at ... 30:12


Listeners Who Called In :
  • 18:01 - Ram ... from Edison, New Jersey
  • 38:27 - Vijayendran ... from Holmdel New Jersey

Saturday, March 13, 2010

"Full Toss" ... Learn from the Ageless Spirit ... By ... Vijay

Learn from the Ageless Spirit

1992 World Cup – Is it a bird, is it a machine ? No, it is Jhonty Rhodes taking off faster than a plane from any Indian Airport, crash-landing into the stumps to catch a still-young and reasonably sprightly Inzamam inches short. Of course if it had been 10 years later, Jhonty could have strolled at the struggled pace of a full-term pregnant woman and still beaten Inzamam.

Such electricity on the field, besides solving Kolkata’s load-shedding for a summer, could be the defining and ever-lasting moment of a spirited contest. Not the outrageously spectacular shots from a marauding bat, or the nefarious stump-seeking missile also called the yorker.

An inspired moment of singular fielding brilliance can lift an entire team. It jolts the entire fielding unit into heightened state of alertness and anticipation, ready to pounce on a half-chance like a avaricious Wall Street broker on a potential blue-chip. Such efforts on the field transforms bowlers into beasts of controlled aggression, resolute and disciplined.

Cut to the modern era where fielding is as big a weapon as the ridiculous aggression of a Sehwag’s batting or the metronomic accuracy of a Umar Gul’s bowling. The current Indian fielding has more holes than a week’s supply of donuts at a Gluttons International Conference. It is ironical as the team is replete with some young superstars who despite the hype have scored more on endorsements than cricket fields.

The young Greed Creed is playing more matches of all varieties everyday driven by the covetous sponsors and mega corporations insatiable demand for more cricket – Yeh Dil Maange More ? Indeed.This endless treadmill of brutal matches is placing an unprecedented demand on young bodies suddenly thrust into incessant cricket whose only introduction to the rigors of the game is a series of Ranji matches in an idyllic setting.

Niggles and injuries are inevitable due to such relentless madness. Fitness and understanding of the limitations of one’s body is paramount to withstand such prolonged exertion. Quality of fielding is the first casualty of an unfit cricketer who doesn’t want to let go easy money by sitting out and trying to get back in shape. The cricketer will still try to be as competent as possible in his primary skill of batting or bowling with his constrained physical ability. Fielding however, will ruthlessly expose his limitations of movement. Dropped catches, missed run outs and misfields will rack up faster than their bank accounts.

As it is a young Indian cricketer is dive-shy when it comes to throwing themselves at the ball. The classic excuse ? Growing up, they play their cricket on bumpy, dusty grounds devoid of grass. What about soccer goalkeepers in India? Do they not learn to dive at the very same grounds ?

Go back to the 1st ODI between South Africa and India at Jaipur (Feb 21st, 2010). South Africa was on the verge of chasing the Indian score of 298 from an improbable position. Last over. The ball is heaved towads the square leg boundary. It seems destined to be a boundary, chased frenetically by the oldest legs on the field. The 36 year old fielder threw himself with a desperate dive cutting the ball off just inches from the boundary saving a valuable run. That solitary run saved turned out to be the match winning one. Jhonty would have been proud of that.

The matchless cricketer would go on to a world double century in the next ODI.

Can the young India cricketers imbibe his attitude and approach to the game ?

It was not that double hundred which helped them win the series. The match was already over as a contest when he reached his 200. It was that superhuman dive that clinched.

And of course, growing up, Sachin had played his cricket in the bumpy, dusty fields of Azad Maidan and Shivaji Park.

2010 ... IPL Match (3) ... King's XI Punjab Vs Delhi Daredevils - Analytics

King's XI Punjab Vs Delhi Daredevils, played at PCA Stadium, Mohali on March 13 2010 - Delhi Daredevils won by 5 wickets with 1 ball remaining
  • King's XI Punjab 142 for 9 wickets in 20 overs
  • Delhi Daredevils 146 for 5 wickets in 20 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Delhi Daredevils' Chase

Target of 143 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 43 for the loss of 2 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 70 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 70 %
No Shortage of capacity At hand ... - 0 %

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock neither against or in favor of Delhi Daredevils

Score at end of 13 overs ... 85 for the loss of 4 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 41 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 40 %
Excess capacity At hand .... +1 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock slightly favors Delhi Daredevils

Opening Overs clearly indicated that the contest was pretty even, (when Sreesanth took 2 early wickets) based on the "Resource Clock", and the Middle Overs clearly indicated that Delhi Daredevils had held their own and were slightly ahead of the Resource Clock, opening up the possibility of a win.

In the End-Game Delhi Daredevils maintained the momentum and managed their "Batting Resources" very well, and won the match in the last over.

Gambhir's knock of 72 in 54 balls was the highlight of the chase and was instrumental in setting up the Delhi win.

Delhi Daredevils were ahead of the Resource Clock Index for 12 overs and were behind in the remaining 8 overs.


2010 ... IPL - Match 2 ... Challenge Ratio in Real Time


Rajasthan Royals Target ... 213 runs in 20 overs

(If Challenge Ratio is > 100, it implies target is becoming more difficult
Conversely if Ratio is less than 100 it implies target is within reach)

Over...Score...Challenge Ratio


19.5...207/7...300
19...201/5...68
18...194/5...58
17...173/4...83
16...154/4...98
15...143/4...99
14...138/4...94
13...131/4...93
12...114/4...104
11...88/4...124
10...69/4...135
09...65/3...118
08...58/3...118
07...43/3...125
06...39/2...112
05...38/1...101
04...34/1...100
03...22/1...103
02...7/1...108
01...1/1...109

Challenge Ratio Median Value ... 103.8

2010 ... IPL Match (2) ... Mumbai Indians Vs Rajasthan Royals - Analytics

Mumbai Indians Vs Rajasthan Royals, played at Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai on March 13 2010 - Mumbai Indians won by 4 runs
  • Mumbai Indians 212 for 6 wickets in 20 overs
  • Rajasthan Royals 208 for 7 wickets in 20 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Rajasthan Royals' Chase

Target of 213 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 43 for the loss of 3 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 64 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 80 %
Shortage of capacity At hand ... - 16%

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock against Rajasthan Royals

Score at end of 13 overs ... 131 for the loss of 4 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 41 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 38 %
Excess capacity At hand .... +3 %

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock slightly favors Rajasthan Royals

Opening Overs clearly were dominated by Mumbai indians based on the "Resource Clock", and the Middle Overs clearly indicated that Rajasthan Royals had fought back magnificently and were ahead of the Resource Clock, opening up the possibility of a win.

In the End-Game too Rajasthan Royals maintained the momentum and managed their "Batting Resources" fairly well, but lost the match in the last over, when they lost 2 wickets during the first 2 deliveries of the 20th over.

Yusuf Pathan's 100 in 37 balls was clearly the highlight, and his freak run-out during the 18th over, was a turning point.

A result by such a narrow margin of 4 runs in a target of 213 runs, was very exciting to follow using analytics in real time.

Rajasthan Royals were ahead of the Resource Clock Index for 8 overs and were behind in the remaining 12 overs.


Amit's ... Did You Know ........... (12)

Cricket Trivia from the Web ... Interesting random facts

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Chandrashekar's unique record.?

Bhagwat Chandrashekar is the only cricketer to have scored fewer runs in his Test cricket career than the number of wickets he took (244 wickets and 177 runs).

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The reason why former India skipper Bishen Singh Bedi took up cricket at age twelve ..?

To slim down....!!

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Who was the first player in international cricket to be given out by the third umpire (via a TV replay) ..?

Sachin Tendulkar .

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Who bowled the first ball in ODI World Cup history.?

India's Madan Lal to England's Denis Amiss at Lord's on June 7, 1975.

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Friday, March 12, 2010

2010 ... IPL - Match 1 Video Highlights ... Deccan Chargers Vs Kolkata Knight Riders







2010 ... IPL Match (1) ... Deccan Chargers Vs Kolkata Knight Riders - Analytics

Deccan Chargers Vs Kolkata Knight Riders, played at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy, Mumbai on March 12 2010 - Kolkata won by 11 runs
  • Deccan Chargers 161 for 4 wickets in 20 overs
  • Kolkata Knight Riders 150 for 7 wickets in 20 overs
  • Scoreboard
Analytics Behind Deccan Chargers' Chase

Target of 162 runs to be scored in 20 overs

Score at end of 7 overs ... 67 for the loss of 1 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 75 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 59 %
Excess capacity At hand ... + 16%

Hence at end of 7 overs ... Resource Clock favors Deccan Chargers

Score at end of 13 overs ... 108 for the loss of 3 wickets
Batting Resources still available was ... 45 %
Remaining Chase Target % was ... 33 %
Excess capacity At hand .... +12%

Hence at end of 13 overs ... Resource Clock still favors Deccan Chargers

Opening Overs clearly were dominated by Deccan Chargers based on the "Resource Clock", and the Middle Overs clearly indicated that Deccan Chargers was ahead of the Resource Clock and was likely to win.

But in the End-Game Deccan Chargers could not maintain the momentum and managed their "Batting Resources" poorly and lost the match by a not so narrow margin of 11 runs.

The 17th over was the turning point when Rohit Sharma of Deccan Chargers was dismissed and they ended the over at 133 for 5 wickets. At that stage the Deccan Chargers Challenge Ratio at 84 exceeded both the Simple Average of the Challenge ratio or Weighted Average of the Challenge Ratio. This clearly was the inflection point signifying a reversal of fortune for the Deccan Chargers.

Sunday, March 7, 2010

"Full Toss" Cricket Radio Show on March 06 2010





Listeners Who Called In :
  • 19:01 - Amit
  • 28:47 - Vijayendran ... from Holmdel New Jersey
  • 33:19 - Chetan ... from East Brunswick
  • 39:50 - Lalu ... from East Brunswick

Friday, March 5, 2010

Amit's ... Did You Know ........... (11)

Cricket Trivia from the Web ... Interesting facts regarding Kapil Dev ... India's Cricketer of the Century

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Who was Kapil's first Test victim..?

Sadiq Mohammed of Pakistan.

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Against which team did Kapil register his highest Test score of 163 ..?

Sri Lanka .

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Whom did Kapil hit for four consecutive sixes to save the follow-on at Lords in 1990 ..?

Eddie Hemmings .

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Kapil caught Viv richards and ......... in the 1983 World Cup final ..?

Clive Lloyd of the West Indies .

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Who was Kapil's 400th Test victim..?

Mark Taylor of Australia.

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2010 ... New Zealand Vs Australia ... O D I - 1 ... Analytics

March 3 2010 ... New Zealand Vs Australia at McLean Park, Napier - New Zealand won by 2 wickets.

  • Australia 275 for 8 wickets in 50 overs
  • New Zealand 281 for 8 wickets in 49.2 overs
  • Scoreboard
  • Photos

Analytics Behind New Zealand's Chase
Target of 277 runs to be scored in 50 overs

Score at end of 17 overs ... 96 for the loss of 2 wickets

Batting Resources still available was 71 % ...
Remaining Chase Target % was lower at 65 %
Excess Capacity of 6 %
Hence at end of 17 overs ... Resource Clock is in favor of New Zealand

Score at end of 34 overs ... 175 for the loss of 4 wickets

Batting Resources still available was 39 % ...
Remaining Chase Target % was 37 %
Excess Capacity of 2 %
Hence at end of 34 overs ... Resource Clock is slightly in favor of New Zealand

During the Opening Overs, New Zealand were well placed and were ahead of the Resource Clock Index. However they lost a little bit of momentum during the Middle Overs and by losing wickets, but were still slightly ahead of the Resource Clock Index.

However during the End Overs Australia put a lot of pressure on New Zealand by capturing wickets and New Zealand fell slightly behind the Resource Clock at the end of 42nd over when the score was 213 for 6 wickets. In the end New Zealand managed to win a close match by 2 wickets and 4 balls to spare.

They were ahead of the "Clock" for 39 overs and were behind in only 11 overs. Thus the Advance/Decline Ratio was in favor of New Zealand most of the time.