ICC Champions Trophy form guide

Seel following posts for a full form guide of each team competing in the ICC Champions Trophy.

Quite frankly, this is an event some cricketing nations seem to see as an obligation, rather than a commitment.

But each sides field elite athletes, and there is one thing which can be guaranteed in their nature: They don’t like to lose, which means they’ll be giving it their all.

The question mark, however, lies in how well prepared they’ll be for the contest, which was proven in last night’s opening game, where South Africa was evidently feeling a little short of match practice.

Tips:

Tonight, Wednesday: Pakistan vs West Indies
It’s impossible to tip the West Indies, but in a two-horse race, it’s also difficult to justify taking the $1.12 on offer for Pakistan.

Thursday: South Africa vs New Zealand
Expect South Africa to bounce back here. Anything more than $1.60 on offer for the Springboks is a worthwhile investment.

Friday: England vs Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka will be short, but should win

Saturday: Australia vs West Indies
The Australians have been victims to worse upsets than this, but I wouldn’t be putting money on it.

Sunday: New Zealand vs Sri Lanka
This will be tight, but I’d prefer to see Thursday and Friday games before making a call.

Sunday: South Africa vs England
Again, it will be good to see form, but it will be a virtual semi-final for both teams and it’s hard to tip against South Africa on their home soil.