Predictions 2.0

Second round of matches - if you think it is the third round - collaboration is something that you want to discuss in your next leadership status. For those who are not in the know - the matches were pushed last week because calendars of some people became strangely and unreasonably busy. But, let's get to the main business:

a. Vandals vs. Challengers: Vandals should probably win this one. Challengers slammed a lot of runs in their last match but against a nothing bowling attack. It should be difficult this time around. Given that Challengers lack depth in all three the departments - should be a good start to the day for the Vandals (remember they are playing two games as are Challengers). It has been rumored that Craydit has been very unhappy with Byra's leadership in the one match and Craydit himself wants to get on the field as a captain. Just one advice - having a non playing captain is probably worse than choosing a woeful side.

b. Intimidators vs. Raptors: Interesting match up. Intimidators might win this one as well though. They are confident coming back from the win in the first round and the importance of players who can field cannot be overstated in any form of cricket - which they have (compared to the other team, of course). The Raptors will again be heavily dependent on See-na, Takla and Betaal. If Intimidators are able to take care of See-na's bowling they should be fine. The news from the dugout is that Einstein has been very encouraged to see Betaal cheerleading other players and he has 'earmarked' him for future 'mentor' roles in the team. Again one advice - don't take until round 5 to decide that because you might not play the playoffs but that might be a good thing for the players welfare.

c. Challengers vs. Ravens: Easiest match to predict. Three reasons: One, Challengers must have come off a defeat from their earlier match in the day. It is easier to defeat the already defeated by any measure of cricketing standards. Second, not sure how the leadership heavy team can play two matches in the sun. Most likely they will be ready give away their wickets while batting or ready to give away the runs while bowling, whichever proves to be the fastest way to lose. Third, Ravens' leadership had been in an "Engage and Inspire" mode for the last two weeks. It seems they are ready for all round sledging with the occasional cricketing help from Mansi, Aksar, Padega and Chota Shane.

d. Supernova vs. Vandals: Should be a good one, isn't it? I will change tack on this one from my previous stance on Supernova. They should win this - Hey Ram was in solid form last time and he should be able to do it for Supernova. It is also Vandal's second match which will make it harder for them. Vindaloo has to actually play cricket if they are to win this one which seems unlikely. Plus I hear Vandals will be missing their important bowler - Pupte.

So, lets watch!! Sorry, for the last minute update and I think I must bring up 'manage productivity' to my next leadership status!