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April 2010 - Indian Premier League - IPL

IPL Final Betting: Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings

Sachin Tendulkar is expected to produce in the final

After 58 matches and almost seven weeks, the IPL final is upon us. Sachin Tendulkar's Mumbai meet MS Dhoni's Chennai in a mouthwatering contest. But, says Ed Hawkins, it should be rudimentary for bettors...

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Ed Hawkins

24 Apr 2010

IPL Betting Preview: Bangalore Royal Challengers v Deccan Chargers

Can KP win it for Bangalore?

The third place play-off is a repeat of last year's final as the Bangalore Royal Challengers take on the Deccan Chargers under the lights at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Mumbai. Frank Gregan...

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Frank Gregan

23 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Bangalore's thoughts may already be on the Caribbean

Rohit Sharma is the only Deccan player to feature in India's World Cup squad

The winner of the 3rd/4th place play-off in the IPL gets to play the lucrative Champions League in the autumn but there are reasons to believe Deccan are more up for this than Bangalore, says...

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Ralph Ellis

23 Apr 2010

IPL Semi-Finals Betting: Chennai Super Kings v Deccan Chargers

Adam Gilchrist has happy memories of Navi Mumbai

Both of these teams endured a nightmare run of form during IPL 2010 but now they stand on the brink of reaching the final. Andrew Hughes previews Thursday's clash between twice semi-finalists Chennai and reigning champions Deccan.

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Andrew Hughes

20 Apr 2010

IPL Semi-Finals Betting: Mumbai Indians v Royal Challengers Bangalore

Kevin Pietersen has made a good return to the side and Bangalore's middle-order looks stronger

The fact these two meet in the semis comes as a surprise to many, who thought they'd only lock horns in the final. Mumbai are favourites after topping the table but any side with Bangalore's...

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Edward Hammond-Kenny

20 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Kolkata Knight Riders v Mumbai Indians

In a tournament full of legends (and Brendon McCullum) Sachin Tendulkar has stood out above all others.

The semi-finalists will already have been decided by the time Kolkata play Mumbai on Monday, but no one should pass up an opportunity to see the Little Master at the top of his game, says...

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Tobias Gourlay

18 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Delhi Daredevils v Deccan Chargers

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Sunday's second IPL game is a straightforward affair in which the winners are guaranteed a place in the semi-finals. Andrew Hughes previews the action as pre-tournament favourites Delhi take on reigning champions Deccan.

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Andrew Hughes

17 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Kings XI Punjab v Chennai Super Kings

Punjab could surprise Chennai on Sunday

After their poor showing against Delhi on Thursday, Chennai need to win their final game to have a chance of making the semi-finals. Andrew Hughes previews Sunday's opening IPL game that takes place in the foothills of the Himalayas

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Andrew Hughes

17 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Kolkata Knight Riders v Rajasthan Royals

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A negative net run rate is like an albatross hanging over these two sides' necks but to have any sort of chance of reaching the semis, they both need a win here. Rajasthan look the...

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Frank Gregan

16 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Bangalore Royal Chargers v Mumbai Indians

Sachin Tendulkar and Jacques Kallis renew hostilities on Saturday

Two of the games greatest players come together in what should be a thrilling enounter on Saturday. Frank Gregan selects the best bets and explains who he expects to come out on top....

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Frank Gregan

16 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Kings XI Punjab v Deccan Chargers

Adam Gilchrist and the Deccan Chargers disrupt the peaceful way of life in Dharamsala on Friday.

Tobias Gourlay finds the Deccan Chargers at one with themselves ahead of their trip to play Kings XI Punjab in Dharamsala....

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Tobias Gourlay

15 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Chennai Super Kings v Delhi Daredevils

Matt Hayden is on a horror run with the bat

Chennai and Delhi meet in a crucial contest in the battle for a last-spot. The sides are going through rich and poor form respectively and Ed Hawkins is struggling to understand why the hosts are...

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Ed Hawkins

14 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Lumb is the latest to benefit from Warne magic

Michael Lumb caught Shane Warne's eye with his displays for Hampshire and was snapped up for a bargain price in the IPL auction

From Yorkshire reject to Rajasthan Royals opening batsman, Michael Lumb is the latest player to benefit from playing under the captaincy of Shane Warne and his next step may well be a place in England's...

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Ralph Ellis

13 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Rajasthan Royals v Royal Challengers Bangalore

Back the Royals for victory on Wednesday

The league stage of the IPL is drawing to a close and the points table could not be closer. Andrew Hughes previews Wednesday's clash between two teams desperate for the win that could seal their semi-final place.

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Andrew Hughes

12 Apr 2010

IPl Betting: Chennai Superkings v Kolkata Knight Riders

Matthew Hayden smashes another boundary but he hasn't quite replicated his form of the first two IPLs

A must-win game for both sides is the second helping of IPL action on Thursday. There should be plenty of big-hitters on display with the likes of Chris Gayle, Brendon McCullum, Matthew Hayden and Suresh...

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Edward Hammond-Kenny

12 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Mumbai Indians v Delhi Daredevils

It's all about Sachin - the

Mumbai are already in the semis but the much-fancied Daredevils still have work to do if they're to make the last four themselves and there's no reason to assume Mumbai might take their foot off...

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Edward Hammond-Kenny

12 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Deccan Chargers v Bangalore Royal Challengers

Giving it some Uthappa: Bangalore's Robin Uthappa has hit 21 sixes in the tournament so far.

Tobias Gourlay expects fireworks as the Deccan Chargers take on the Bangalore Royal Challengers for the second time in four days....

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Tobias Gourlay

11 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Delhi Daredevils v King's XI Punjab

Virender Sehwag has found some form

King's XI stunned Mumbai Indians last time out so Delhi will be wary of an upset on Sunday. Ed Hawkins says another shock is only likely if King's get to bat first at the Kotla...

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Ed Hawkins

9 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Rajasthan Royals v Mumbai Indians

Kieron Pollard has struggled with the hype

Mumbai Indians, the runaway league leaders, have had a wobble recently and they face a stiff test against Rajasthan on Sunday. Ed Hawkins thinks they could be toppled again...

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Ed Hawkins

9 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Royal Challengers Bangalore v Kolkata Knight Riders

Ganguly is a proven fighter

One time certainties for a semi-final place, the Royal Challengers have lost four of their last five and are in serious danger of missing out. They will hope to get things back on track against an inconsistent but dangerous Kolkata. Andrew Hughes tells us more

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Andrew Hughes

8 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Deccan Chargers v Chennai Super Kings

Murali will be back to face Deccan

The reigning champions secured a vital win on Thursday to halt a nightmare run of form. But they are still some way from breaking into the top four and next they face a rampant Chennai team. Andrew Hughes previews Saturday's first IPL game.

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Andrew Hughes

8 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Kings Punjab XI v Mumbai Indians

Dwayne Bravo has been extremely disappointing in IPL 3 so far and could be dropped for this match

Top play bottom and the only consolation for Kings XI fans is that things can't really get any worse. Mumbai may give JP Duminy a rare chance to show what he can do at the...

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Edward Hammond-Kenny

8 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Bangalore Royal Challengers v Deccan Chargers

Taylor Made for T20: Ross Taylor has been in fine attacking form for New Zealand.

Tobias Gourlay sees new arrivals helping Bangalore get stronger and stronger as the tournament goes on....

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Tobias Gourlay

7 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Unlikely star Kallis can inspire his team to be genuine Challengers

First in line at most buffets but Jacques Kallis is one of the game's best all-rounders ever

Jacques Kallis may not look like your stereotypical modern cricketer but appearances can be deceptive and he's taken IPL 3 by storm, proving how adaptable and resourceful a cricketer he is. All good news for...

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Ralph Ellis

7 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Kolkata Knight Riders v Delhi Daredevils

Time for Sehwag to shine

New captain, new coach, same old Kolkata. After an exciting start, the Knight Riders are slipping down the table and will get little respite on Wednesday when they take on the in-form Delhi Daredevils. Andrew Hughes looks ahead to the game.

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Andrew Hughes

5 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Rajasthan Royals v Kings XI Punjab

Can Warne plot another Royals win?

Shane Warne rolled back the years on Monday with a stunning bowling performance against Deccan Chargers. His Rajasthan side have crept into semi-final contention after a woeful start and will be confident of rolling over Punjab. Andrew Hughes previews the game.

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Andrew Hughes

5 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Chennai Super Kings v Mumbai Indians

Hair today: Doug Bollinger is a new man

Mumbai have lost only once in IPL3 but on Tuesday they come up against a Chennai team who have smashed the tournament batting record. Something has got to give so Ed Hawkins tries to find...

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Ed Hawkins

5 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Deccan Chargers v Rajasthan Royals

Shane Watson's arrival after international commitments gives Rajasthan much greater balance

It's a must-win game for both sides and the loser is likely to find it very difficult to still qualify for the semis. Rajasthan are showing signs of improvement with Shane Watson now in the...

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Frank Gregan

4 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Delhi Daredevils v Bangalore Royal Challengers

Paul Collingwood's arrival after international commitments has been a huge for the Delhi Daredevils

Two genuine challengers for IPL 3 go head-to-head on Sunday afternoon and the winner of this match will be in a super position to book their place in the semis. Getting Delhi's two openers out...

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Edward Hammond-Kenny

3 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Kolkata Knight Riders v Punjab Kings XI

Brett Lee has been in poor form recently and almost single-handedly cost Punjab the game against Bangalore

After a disastrous campaign so far, things can't get any worse for Punjab but opponents Kolkata blow hot and cold and this may present their best chance of achieving some respectability, says Edward Hammond-Kenny....

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Edward Hammond-Kenny

3 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals

The Chennai Super Kings need Michael Hussey to pick them up off the floor.

Tobias Gourlay previews the first of Saturday's two matches, which is a re-run of the 2008 IPL final....

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Tobias Gourlay

2 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: Mumbai Indians v Deccan Chargers

Kemar Roach will become the butt of some jokes if his performances don't improve.

Tobias Gourlay previews Saturday night's match between IPL's reigning champions and this season's table-toppers....

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Tobias Gourlay

2 Apr 2010

IPL Betting: The league table does not lie

Shah Rukh Khan hopes the only way is up for Kolkata

We're at the halfway point in IPL3, so as the competition for a semi-final place hots up we can expect plenty of jostling in the standings, right? Wrong. Ed Hawkins explains why the current front...

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Ed Hawkins

2 Apr 2010