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Day/Date: Tue, Jun 16
Time: 18:00 - 21:00 IST
Team: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka, 23rd T20 Int, Group F
Venue: Trent Bridge, Nottingham, England
New Zealand needs to win this match in order to stay in the Twenty20 World Cup 2009 event here at Trent Bridge. They will encounter Sri Lankan team who has no tension of loosing the match as they are the qualified semi-finalists.
New Zealand had a mixed experience of Super Eights as they kept a win against Ireland but lost to Pakistan which also awarded them with a do-or-die situation against Sri Lanka.
Both the teams are considered to be strong contenders of the format. New Zealand have no choice but to rout Sri Lanka in a must win match, though Sri Lanka come across with two wins in Super Eights and a confirmed place in the semi-finals.
Sri Lanka stands strong against the New Zealanders as they have explosive batsmen in command, who are able destroyers of any bowling line-up. They comprise Kumar Sangakkara, Tilakartane Dilshan, Mahela Jayavardene, and Sanath Jayasuriya under the hood. They have fierce bowlers to bring down the batting line-up of any team which include Lasith Malinga, Ajantha Mendis, Angelo Mathews and Sanath Jayasuriya.
New Zealand players delivered poor performances as no batsmen were able to score well neither were the bowlers very appealing. They do have batsmen who can fill up the score-board but they have been fluctuating in the past matches. The only advantage remaining is their muscular fielding which can help in restricting runs. Brendon McCullum, Scott Styris, Aaron Redmond, Jacob Oram and Martin Guptill are expected run-getters from the team while Daniel Vittori, Ross Taylor, Nathan McCullum, Kyle Mills and Ian Butler will perform as run-stoppers.
It will be interesting to watch New Zealand struggle against Sri Lanka to stay alive in the tournament called World Cup T20.
The match is scheduled from 01:30 pm [BST] and 06:00 pm [IST].
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Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Monday, June 15, 2009
BetUK.com - Horse Racing Betting, Royal Ascot Gold Cup, O’Brien Horse Off Flying
It’s Royal Ascot Gold Cup week and five glorious days of top class racing action begins at the Berkshire course tomorrow.
As usual Irish trainer Aidan O’Brien, who had six winners last year, is sending a large team over from his stables in Ireland.
He is very much the ‘handler’ to follow and there are sure to be more winners among the 15-strong team he is sending over.
You can get the week off to a flying start by backing an O’Brien horse called Mastercraftsman in the St James’s Palace Stakes (3.45pm) on Tuesday.
Aidan O’Brien has won five of the last nine runnings of this Group 1 contest and we can’t see past can’t see past Mastercraftsman, currently priced at 4/5 with BetUK.
Unbeaten as a 2-year-old, where he won twice in Group 1 company, he stepped up considerably on his 5th in the 2000 Guineas by hosing up in the Irish version.
This race has been on the agenda ever since and with quicker conditions no problem, he’s going to be very tough to beat. Delegator, who didn’t handle the ground in Ireland last time, looks the biggest danger but we think the favourite should have his measure.
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As usual Irish trainer Aidan O’Brien, who had six winners last year, is sending a large team over from his stables in Ireland.
He is very much the ‘handler’ to follow and there are sure to be more winners among the 15-strong team he is sending over.
You can get the week off to a flying start by backing an O’Brien horse called Mastercraftsman in the St James’s Palace Stakes (3.45pm) on Tuesday.
Aidan O’Brien has won five of the last nine runnings of this Group 1 contest and we can’t see past can’t see past Mastercraftsman, currently priced at 4/5 with BetUK.
Unbeaten as a 2-year-old, where he won twice in Group 1 company, he stepped up considerably on his 5th in the 2000 Guineas by hosing up in the Irish version.
This race has been on the agenda ever since and with quicker conditions no problem, he’s going to be very tough to beat. Delegator, who didn’t handle the ground in Ireland last time, looks the biggest danger but we think the favourite should have his measure.
Stay in touch with sports betting for updates on horse racing betting.
Friday, June 12, 2009
BetUK.com - World Twenty20 “Super Eights” get under way
The World Twenty20 starts here. We are now at the business end of the tournament – or as the ICC like to call it the “Super Eights”.
Now the group stages are out of the way, we have a real hold of how the tournament is shaping up.
The remaining eight sides will be split into two groups – Group E and Group F – with the top two going through to the semi-finals. There is a heavy bias though between the groups.
Group E is difficult to call meaning the value will lie in the other section. Group E consists of South Africa, the new favourites, India, the holders, England, the hosts, and the unpredictable West Indies.
Group F is a far more relaxed affair. New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Ireland – yes, you read that right – will do battle.
In this group we believe Sri Lanka will be the team to follow and we can see them going all the way through to the Final. They play their first Super Eight game tomorrow against Pakistan and at 1.66 we think they are the value to win this match.
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Now the group stages are out of the way, we have a real hold of how the tournament is shaping up.
The remaining eight sides will be split into two groups – Group E and Group F – with the top two going through to the semi-finals. There is a heavy bias though between the groups.
Group E is difficult to call meaning the value will lie in the other section. Group E consists of South Africa, the new favourites, India, the holders, England, the hosts, and the unpredictable West Indies.
Group F is a far more relaxed affair. New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Ireland – yes, you read that right – will do battle.
In this group we believe Sri Lanka will be the team to follow and we can see them going all the way through to the Final. They play their first Super Eight game tomorrow against Pakistan and at 1.66 we think they are the value to win this match.
Stay back at sports betting for more cricket match updates.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
BetUK.com - Nothing but a drubbing will do for CapelloFabio
David meets Goliath tonight when England play host to Andorra (live on ITV1 at 8.15pm) in their World Cup qualifier and nothing short of a drubbing will do for England coach Fabio Capello.
All of Andorra’s last 10 competitive matches against top 20 ranked teams have been lost at full-time with nine of these also being lost at half-time.
They have failed to score in eight away encounters and haven’t kept any clean sheets. Seven of these matches have seen four goals or more which doesn’t bode well for Andorra.
For sports betting purposes we think there might be some value backing the 3-0 and 4-0 scorelines, available at 5/1 and 9/2 respectively with Sports Betting UK.
All of Andorra’s last 10 competitive matches against top 20 ranked teams have been lost at full-time with nine of these also being lost at half-time.
They have failed to score in eight away encounters and haven’t kept any clean sheets. Seven of these matches have seen four goals or more which doesn’t bode well for Andorra.
For sports betting purposes we think there might be some value backing the 3-0 and 4-0 scorelines, available at 5/1 and 9/2 respectively with Sports Betting UK.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Cricket Betting: Bet On The Team Chasing The Runs At BetUK.com
New Zealand meet South Africa on Tuesday in the Twenty20 World Cup and already punters have the dilemma of a dead rubber. Neither team needs to win this match as they are both through to the next round, although there will be much talk from the respective leaders about building “momentum”.
South Africa are hot favourites at 1.50 and have been so impressive that they have usurped India as favourites to lift the trophy. Those of a nervous disposition worry that the Proteas have peaked too early, a ridiculous suggestion given they have played one game proper - and they didn’t leave first gear.
New Zealand could have been worth a nibble at 2.50 but alas the doubts surrounding Vettori mean they should not be backed until it is confirmed that he plays.
These sides have met three times before in Twenty20 with South Africa winning twice. Interestingly, all three games have been won by the side chasing so one cricket betting strategy might be to wait until after the toss and bet on whichever of these teams is due to bat second.
South Africa are hot favourites at 1.50 and have been so impressive that they have usurped India as favourites to lift the trophy. Those of a nervous disposition worry that the Proteas have peaked too early, a ridiculous suggestion given they have played one game proper - and they didn’t leave first gear.
New Zealand could have been worth a nibble at 2.50 but alas the doubts surrounding Vettori mean they should not be backed until it is confirmed that he plays.These sides have met three times before in Twenty20 with South Africa winning twice. Interestingly, all three games have been won by the side chasing so one cricket betting strategy might be to wait until after the toss and bet on whichever of these teams is due to bat second.
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Cristiano Ronaldo: Will Stay or Leave, Football Betting Odds - BetUK.com
Manchester United fans will be hanging on every word spoken by star Cristiano Ronaldo as talk of next season begins.
The rumors have been flying around for months, but Ronaldo did nothing to quell them when he admitted that “he doesn’t know” if he will be back with Man U next year.
The statement was made in an interview in which he also criticized Coach Sir Slex Ferguson for his strategy in United’s 2-0 loss to Barcelona in the Champions League final.
Ferguson has yet to neither respond, but suffice to say he will not be pleased and it’s also likely nor will most of Ronaldo’s teammates.
He was quoted as saying, 'This is one of the biggest disappointments of my career. We didn't do well,' said Ronaldo. 'The tactics were not good and everything went wrong for us.
We were only in it for 10 minutes and we never found ourselves again,' he said. 'Everything went wrong. We started very well but after that we didn't do anything. We didn't control the game, we didn't play and they played better than us.
'It was very bad in the dressing room afterwards but that is normal after you lose a game.'
Barcelona was full value for the Champions League win. Bookmakers, like BetUK.com has the game close to even on the betting board, but by kick-off Manchester United were small favorites.
The small underdog Barca side were able to score goals in both the first and second half (Samuel Eto'o and Leo Messi respectively), while the Premiership champs had chances, but never really seriously challenged after the first 15 minutes or so.
Now, the focus will be on Ronaldo's future and what will sure to be a wild epic saga of whether he goes to Real Madrid or not.
You can be sure there will be plenty of betting opportunities offered up by the online sportsbooks on if he goes or not.
Real Madrid has been chasing Ronaldo for some time now. Despite there not being a deal last summer, it appears all parties are moving closer to the decision that this superstar player will be moved to the Spanish side. A bid of around £70million seems most likely.
This will be interesting to watch it play out. There is still some great football left, including the FA Cup final. You can check out all the odds at BetUK.com
The rumors have been flying around for months, but Ronaldo did nothing to quell them when he admitted that “he doesn’t know” if he will be back with Man U next year.
The statement was made in an interview in which he also criticized Coach Sir Slex Ferguson for his strategy in United’s 2-0 loss to Barcelona in the Champions League final.
Ferguson has yet to neither respond, but suffice to say he will not be pleased and it’s also likely nor will most of Ronaldo’s teammates.He was quoted as saying, 'This is one of the biggest disappointments of my career. We didn't do well,' said Ronaldo. 'The tactics were not good and everything went wrong for us.
We were only in it for 10 minutes and we never found ourselves again,' he said. 'Everything went wrong. We started very well but after that we didn't do anything. We didn't control the game, we didn't play and they played better than us.
'It was very bad in the dressing room afterwards but that is normal after you lose a game.'
Barcelona was full value for the Champions League win. Bookmakers, like BetUK.com has the game close to even on the betting board, but by kick-off Manchester United were small favorites.
The small underdog Barca side were able to score goals in both the first and second half (Samuel Eto'o and Leo Messi respectively), while the Premiership champs had chances, but never really seriously challenged after the first 15 minutes or so.
Now, the focus will be on Ronaldo's future and what will sure to be a wild epic saga of whether he goes to Real Madrid or not.
You can be sure there will be plenty of betting opportunities offered up by the online sportsbooks on if he goes or not.
Real Madrid has been chasing Ronaldo for some time now. Despite there not being a deal last summer, it appears all parties are moving closer to the decision that this superstar player will be moved to the Spanish side. A bid of around £70million seems most likely.
This will be interesting to watch it play out. There is still some great football left, including the FA Cup final. You can check out all the odds at BetUK.com
Thursday, May 28, 2009
La Liga Picks, Spanish La Liga, Osasuna V Real Madrid - BetUK
La Liga Picks, Spanish La Liga
Only one more La Liga match to go and drama keeps mounting, especially in the relegation zone. On Saturday Recreativo and Numancia were finally condemned to play Segunda Divisón football next season, which cleared things up slightly at the bottom half of the table.
Bets are extensively available for Li Laga Match, Osasuna V Real Madrid at BetUK.com
However, up to five teams will be fighting to avoid the remaining relegation spot until the very last second next weekend.
The three most likely candidates to become the third relegated side, Osasuna, Sporting and Getafe, all managed to win last weekend.
Their successful matches did not get them away from trouble, but dragged another two teams which looked safe a few weeks ago, Valladolid and Betis, down to the fight for La Liga survival.
Let’s look at one of the big matches from this weekend’s La Liga action and give out a pick on the game.
Osasuna V Real Madrid
Barcelona's conquerors of last weekend, Osasuna (1-0), take on a Real team that is clearly in the middle of a slump even at this stage of the season.
Last weekend Real Madrid were truly awful, in a below par performance they took the lead on 20 minutes through Gonzalo Higuain only to see Mallorca equalize six minutes later and then to score two more goals without reply to condemn Madrid to their fourth straight defeat in a half empty Bernabeu.
Osasuna were clearly very happy to register the three points against an under strength Barcelona at the Camp Nou, both teams celebrated at the final whistle with Barca celebrating the Championship and Osasuna very happy to have the points in the bag in their relegation battle.
With the facts clear for all to see we think there is only one bet to have in this match and that's a home win, three points here for Osasuna could get them out of trouble against a clearly disjointed Real side.
So if you are betting on this match, we suggest playing Osasuna to beat Real Madrid in the regulation 90 minutes at -134 (odds are at online betting uk)
Only one more La Liga match to go and drama keeps mounting, especially in the relegation zone. On Saturday Recreativo and Numancia were finally condemned to play Segunda Divisón football next season, which cleared things up slightly at the bottom half of the table.
Bets are extensively available for Li Laga Match, Osasuna V Real Madrid at BetUK.com
However, up to five teams will be fighting to avoid the remaining relegation spot until the very last second next weekend.
The three most likely candidates to become the third relegated side, Osasuna, Sporting and Getafe, all managed to win last weekend.Their successful matches did not get them away from trouble, but dragged another two teams which looked safe a few weeks ago, Valladolid and Betis, down to the fight for La Liga survival.
Let’s look at one of the big matches from this weekend’s La Liga action and give out a pick on the game.
Osasuna V Real Madrid
Barcelona's conquerors of last weekend, Osasuna (1-0), take on a Real team that is clearly in the middle of a slump even at this stage of the season.
Last weekend Real Madrid were truly awful, in a below par performance they took the lead on 20 minutes through Gonzalo Higuain only to see Mallorca equalize six minutes later and then to score two more goals without reply to condemn Madrid to their fourth straight defeat in a half empty Bernabeu.
Osasuna were clearly very happy to register the three points against an under strength Barcelona at the Camp Nou, both teams celebrated at the final whistle with Barca celebrating the Championship and Osasuna very happy to have the points in the bag in their relegation battle.
With the facts clear for all to see we think there is only one bet to have in this match and that's a home win, three points here for Osasuna could get them out of trouble against a clearly disjointed Real side.
So if you are betting on this match, we suggest playing Osasuna to beat Real Madrid in the regulation 90 minutes at -134 (odds are at online betting uk)
Monday, May 18, 2009
Serie A Picks, Italian Serie A Picks, Football Betting at BetUK
Serie A Picks - Italian Serie A Picks
The betting lines are up at online sportsbooks for Italian Serie A action this weekend. Sports bettors have several good games at BetUK to look at as the end of the regular season nears.
Here are some picks and analysis and two of those games.
AC Milan V AS Roma
With the Italian title sewn up lat week by Inter Milan it remains now to be seen who will get the converted European places and who will be relegated.
AC Milan will be playing European football next season, but the finishing order of the teams and which competition they will be playing in has yet to be decided.
Roma are also in a European place as it stands right now and need the points to cement their position. AC was poor in defeat at Udinese last weekend and they went down 2-1, Roma took the three points in a seven goal thriller as they beat Catania 4-3 in Rome.
The last time these two met in League action back in January it ended in a 2-2 draw. It would really not surprise us if these two ground out another draw this weekend and that will be the recommendation. Have a look at betting AC Milan and AS Roma to draw in the regulation 90 minutes at +225 (lines from Sports Betting)
Siena V Juventus
Juventus were held to a 2-2 home draw by Atalanta on Sunday to leave third spot in Serie A and an automatic Champions League place far from secure.
The draw, their seventh league game without a win, was played behind closed doors after fans were banned for racist chanting at last month's Turin draw with champions Inter Milan.
Fourth-placed Fiorentina are a point behind Juve with two to play after Alberto Gilardino sealed a 1-0 win over Sampdoria.
Third spot guarantees a group stage berth in the Champions League while fourth offers a place in the qualifying round.
This is a real test of a match for the Turin giants and they desperately want to qualify for the Champions League without going through the qualifying stages.
Siena was on the wrong end of Inter's Serie A celebrations last weekend and was soundly beaten 3-0. Juve needs the three points badly so expect them to pull out all the stops here for a victory and the three points.
The suggested bet is Juventus to beat Siena in the regulation 90 minutes at -223 with (lines from Football Betting)
The betting lines are up at online sportsbooks for Italian Serie A action this weekend. Sports bettors have several good games at BetUK to look at as the end of the regular season nears.
Here are some picks and analysis and two of those games.
AC Milan V AS Roma
With the Italian title sewn up lat week by Inter Milan it remains now to be seen who will get the converted European places and who will be relegated.
AC Milan will be playing European football next season, but the finishing order of the teams and which competition they will be playing in has yet to be decided.
Roma are also in a European place as it stands right now and need the points to cement their position. AC was poor in defeat at Udinese last weekend and they went down 2-1, Roma took the three points in a seven goal thriller as they beat Catania 4-3 in Rome.
The last time these two met in League action back in January it ended in a 2-2 draw. It would really not surprise us if these two ground out another draw this weekend and that will be the recommendation. Have a look at betting AC Milan and AS Roma to draw in the regulation 90 minutes at +225 (lines from Sports Betting)
Siena V Juventus
Juventus were held to a 2-2 home draw by Atalanta on Sunday to leave third spot in Serie A and an automatic Champions League place far from secure.
The draw, their seventh league game without a win, was played behind closed doors after fans were banned for racist chanting at last month's Turin draw with champions Inter Milan.
Fourth-placed Fiorentina are a point behind Juve with two to play after Alberto Gilardino sealed a 1-0 win over Sampdoria.
Third spot guarantees a group stage berth in the Champions League while fourth offers a place in the qualifying round.
This is a real test of a match for the Turin giants and they desperately want to qualify for the Champions League without going through the qualifying stages.
Siena was on the wrong end of Inter's Serie A celebrations last weekend and was soundly beaten 3-0. Juve needs the three points badly so expect them to pull out all the stops here for a victory and the three points.
The suggested bet is Juventus to beat Siena in the regulation 90 minutes at -223 with (lines from Football Betting)
Expect a cagey affair at Fratton Park at BetUK.com
Tonight’s Premier League encounter between Portsmouth and Sunderland (live on Setanta 1 at 8pm) could be a cagey affair as it is still technically possible for the visitors to be relegated and they will be anxious to avoid defeat.
As we saw in last Monday’s relegation ‘six-pointer’ between Newcastle and Middlesbrough, the ensuing tension invariably leads to half-time stalemate.
Portsmouth’s supporters are well versed in supping their half-time pint with their side level. Pompey have been all-square at the break in eight of their last 11 Premiership games on the south coast.
Similarly, last season, Portsmouth went in at the break level in 11 of their last 15 fixtures at Fratton Park.
As the prospect of relegation has become greater in recent weeks, Sunderland have achieved four half-time draws in their last six league games on the road.
Moreover, having failed to score in their last six away matches, Ricky Sbragia will no doubt be content to keep a tight ship until at least half-time.
With these stats in mind we’re going to recommend backing Draw/Draw in the Half-time/Full-time market at 4/1 with BetUK.
As we saw in last Monday’s relegation ‘six-pointer’ between Newcastle and Middlesbrough, the ensuing tension invariably leads to half-time stalemate.
Portsmouth’s supporters are well versed in supping their half-time pint with their side level. Pompey have been all-square at the break in eight of their last 11 Premiership games on the south coast.
Similarly, last season, Portsmouth went in at the break level in 11 of their last 15 fixtures at Fratton Park.
As the prospect of relegation has become greater in recent weeks, Sunderland have achieved four half-time draws in their last six league games on the road.
Moreover, having failed to score in their last six away matches, Ricky Sbragia will no doubt be content to keep a tight ship until at least half-time.
With these stats in mind we’re going to recommend backing Draw/Draw in the Half-time/Full-time market at 4/1 with BetUK.
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Champions League Semi-Final, Arsenal V Manchester United at BetUK
The Champions League is getting down to its last two semi-final matches. Arsenal take on Manchester United in the second leg of this tie, United take the one goal advantage to the Emirates Stadium from last week’s clash at Old Trafford and we look at this match to try and decide who is the most worthy finalist.
In the first leg United were dominant as predicted and Arsenal seemed to sit back and not want to concede goals, given that the away goals are paramount in this competition it was strange to see Arsenal sit back and not really press United throughout the whole match.
It is always to be expected that the home team takes the game to the opposition and this return leg will be no different, Arsenal need a quick goal to level this tie and then press for a winner.
The problem is that if United score one Arsenal will then need three to guarantee progression, any kind of draw will see United go through this tie and it looks like United are more than capable of getting that all important away goal.
As far as the bookmakers are concerned Arsenal are favorites for this match as they have to be the aggressors on home turf and are chasing that slender 1-0 United advantage.
When handicapping this game, we think a draw could be a good betting option. Football betting in Champions League can be a little trickier, as the teams play a different style due to the away goals rule.
So, we are going to go for the draw in this game with a correct score bet at 2-2, Arsenal need to go for broke as far as goals are concerned and we think that United can match their firepower and see them through to the final.
There are great Champions League odds out there, with online sportsbook BetUK offering Draw 2-2 correct score at +1400. That will be a very good betting profit if we hit that correct score bet.
Bet Arsenal and Manchester United to Draw 2-2 correct score at +1400 with betuk.com
In the first leg United were dominant as predicted and Arsenal seemed to sit back and not want to concede goals, given that the away goals are paramount in this competition it was strange to see Arsenal sit back and not really press United throughout the whole match.
It is always to be expected that the home team takes the game to the opposition and this return leg will be no different, Arsenal need a quick goal to level this tie and then press for a winner.
The problem is that if United score one Arsenal will then need three to guarantee progression, any kind of draw will see United go through this tie and it looks like United are more than capable of getting that all important away goal.
As far as the bookmakers are concerned Arsenal are favorites for this match as they have to be the aggressors on home turf and are chasing that slender 1-0 United advantage.
When handicapping this game, we think a draw could be a good betting option. Football betting in Champions League can be a little trickier, as the teams play a different style due to the away goals rule.
So, we are going to go for the draw in this game with a correct score bet at 2-2, Arsenal need to go for broke as far as goals are concerned and we think that United can match their firepower and see them through to the final.
There are great Champions League odds out there, with online sportsbook BetUK offering Draw 2-2 correct score at +1400. That will be a very good betting profit if we hit that correct score bet.
Bet Arsenal and Manchester United to Draw 2-2 correct score at +1400 with betuk.com
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