Who will join Chennai in the finals?

Friday, 24th May 2013 (8pm IST)
IPL 6 – Qualifier 2 - Match 75: Mumbai Indians Vs Rajasthan Royals

Mumbai Indians
Wiser in their approach; the team will know when to be aggressive and when to let go a little. Good batting partnerships and focussed fielding will be seen. Initial bowling will need to be calmer for it to see better results.

The Captain – Rohit Sharma
Although Sharma does not appear entirely confident, he will want required results to come quicker, therefore slowing himself down will be more beneficial. The team's positivity will play a huge role in his decision making.

Rajasthan Royals
Confident and sharp – the Royals are well planned and are looking to apply immense mental pressure on the opposition. Batting will be inconsistent, but they should be able to make this up through an aggressive effort on the field.

The Captain – Rahul Dravid
Dravid will wait and watch. His patience and delaying tactics will prove to be useful, hence allowing him to assess the situation well.

Tarot Advantage:
It will be an interesting battle – especially if Rajasthan Royals field second. But on the basis of better self-belief, Tarot Advantage goes to Mumbai Indians.

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Who will take a step further and progress into the the second qualifier? Who hols Tarot Advantage?..

Wednesday, 22nd May 2013 (8pm IST)
IPL 6 – Eliminator - Match 74: Rajasthan Royals Vs Sunrisers Hyderabad

Rajasthan Royals
Well planned and steady – but just a little too steady. They will need to be more pro-active and not delay to such an extent that they appear complacent. Despite getting themselves in a strong position, the Royals may have to rush themselves towards the end – hence batting and initial bowling will need to step up.

The Captain – Rahul Dravid
Adaptability and confidence will be found in Dravid's captaincy, but it's his mind that will be unsettled. Everything will be going well; everything will be in place, yet he will begin to lose his belief. It will be very important for him to retain this and continue with the same consistency throughout the game.

Sunrisers Hyderabad
The Sunrisers will have to be more aggressive. They will be well balanced but their bowling and middle over batting will be too soft. Their confident fielding could be their saving grace.

The Captain – Cameron White
Despite having some unrealistic ideas, White will work immensely hard and look to improve the balance of the team. He will just need to maintain this consistency of thought in order to retain his team's control over the game.

Tarot Advantage:
Both teams are immensely nervous and both will make some basic errors, it's the Sunrisers Hyderabad that have a stronger mind set and it will be this ability to handle pressure that gives them an edge. Tarot Advantage: Sunrisers Hyderabad

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It's time for the 1st Qualifier - who will be the first one to get into the finals? Who holds Tarot Advantage?..

Tuesday, 21st May 2013 (8pm IST), Delhi
IPL 6 – Qualifier 1 - Match 73: Chennai Super Kings Vs Mumbai Indians

Chennai Super Kings
Confidence, ability to change the situation and remaining balanced – it will appear as if CSK have all the ingredients to get them into the finals, but there will be some hitches along the way. Bowling and fielding will both be inconsistent hence proving to be a huge disappointment for the team's cause.

The Captain – Mahendra Singh Dhoni
Well organised and leading from the front, Dhoni will find himself losing confidence towards the middle of the game. He will begin to confuse his plans and will be unsure of what to implement. An inspiring moment will see him regain his direction.

Mumbai Indians
Although softer cards have appeared for MI, they will certainly not be complacent – instead their plans will manipulate the opposition well. Their homework will prove to be highly beneficial, but most of their problems will be their own doing. They will lose focus in all three areas of batting, bowling and fielding – their untidiness will make them unstable.

The Captain – Rohit Sharma
Clinical and balanced captaincy will be Sharma's strong point – but the problem will be a lack of instinctive decision making. Being too reliant on outside guidance and sticking to pre-decided plans may make his captaincy too rigid.

Tarot Advantage:
It will prove to be an interesting game where both teams will show similar troubles. There have been some exemplary cards and some terrible ones too, hence it will be a game that will closely be fought. The winner of this game will be the one that will be more imaginative, which Mahendra Singh Dhoni is showing better traits of, therefore.. Tarot Advantage: Chennai Super Kings

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Sunday, 19th May 2013 (4pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 71: Pune Warriors India Vs Delhi Daredevils

Pune Warriors India
The Warriors will find their plans not materialising and may appear lost. Initial batting will feel the pressure and bowling will be weaker during the middle overs. Although there will be good team work, they will have to refrain from being too soft on the opposition.

The Captain – Aaron Finch
Carrying great self & team belief, Finch will be positive and commanding. Plans will need to be re-worked for better successes.

Delhi Daredevils
The Daredevils will start off well – steady and calm, but complacency and inconsistent plans will find them having to rush towards the finish line. Fielding troubles will be evident.

The Captain – Mahela Jayawardena
It will be important for Jayawardena to brush off all past disappointments and look to be more aggressive. He appears to be too burdened.

Tarot Advantage:
Pune Warriors India (Reason: Positive Captaincy)

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Sunday, 19th May 2013 (8pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 72: Sunrisers Hyderabad Vs Kolkata Knight Riders

Sunrisers Hyderabad
Batting will finish well, but it will be the start that will concern them the most. Fielding will need to be more vigilant towards the latter half. They will also need to be careful of not being too lenient on the opposition.

The Captain – Cameron White
White seems dis-balanced, unsure and under confident in captaining. His team will put forth the required effort, hence pressurising him lesser than what he can handle.

Kolkata Knight Riders
The Knight Riders are nervous of making repetitive mistakes, which will show up in their fielding and initial batting efforts. Some good partnerships and smart thinking will keep them in the game.

The Captain – Gautam Gambhir
The problem will not be so much with the team, but it will be the leadership that will appear negative. Trying too hard to get things right will trouble Gambhir more than usual.

Tarot Advantage:
Sunrisers Hyderabad (Reason: Better collective effort and certain individuals stepping up)

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Saturday, 18th May 2013 (4pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 69: Kings XI Punjab Vs Mumbai Indians

Kings XI Punjab
KXIP will need to be weary of getting confused just when they find themselves working well together. All areas of batting, bowling and fielding will show this confusion – hence they will have to be extra vigilant, but their team work will be positive.

The Captain – Adam Gilchrist
Aggressive and ready to bring forward a fight – Gilchrist will enjoy the hard work and the challenges posed by the opposition.

Mumbai Indians
Their approach will be unrealistic at times and so they will find themselves having to work harder. But this will prove to be a good thing as it will bring the team together. Bowling will need to step up.

The Captain – Rohit Sharma
Initial captaincy will lack consistency, hence it will take some time for Sharma to adjust himself.

Tarot Advantage:
Kings XI Punjab (Reason: Better captaincy from Adam Gilchrist)

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Saturday, 18th May 2013 (8pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 70: Royal Challengers Bangalore Vs Chennai Super Kings

Royal Challengers Bangalore
There will be some good batting partnerships, but bowling and fielding will let them down. The Challengers will really need to let go of their anxieties and play this game on its' merit.

The Captain – Virat Kohli
A little unrealistic initially, Kohli will gather himself well and take required risks.

Chennai Super Kings
The Super Kings will take some well planned risks, and play with aggression. Their bowling and fielding will be a little soft at times, hence it will be important for them to maintain their control.

The Captain – Mahendra Singh Dhoni
Although Dhoni will make some repetitive mistakes, he will still manage to manipulate and balance his team well.

Tarot Advantage:
Chennai Super Kings (Reason: Better team work from CSK)

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Friday, 17th May 2013 (8pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 68: Sunrisers Hyderabad Vs Rajasthan Royals

Sunrisers Hyderabad
Initial batting will have to work harder than usual – this will pick up into a stronger finish. Overall the team will be well balanced, but seeing it through to the end may just be too tough.

The Captain – Cameron White
White will be too aggressive and may appear to be working without a plan. He will improve his focus and will bring required balance – but could it be too late?

Rajasthan Royals
The Royals will pull themselves together and make good use of their aggressive plans. They may try a little too hard to prove a point – glimpses of this will be seen in their batting, hence they will need to help each other out in retaining focus.

The Captain – Rahul Dravid
Disturbed for sure, but also ready for the challenge, Rahul Dravid will balance the situation and his team very well. He will need to be careful of getting too caught up in his plans. Being instinctive will be more beneficial.

Tarot Advantage:
Rajasthan Royals

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Thursday, 16th May 2013 (8pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 67: Kings XI Punjab Vs Delhi Daredevils

Kings XI Punjab
KXIP will play without any inhibitions and in fact may even look to take risks of which some will pay off and others will not. Initial batting will appear unstable. Other areas will step up well.

The Captain – Adam Gilchrist
He will be slow to react at times, but his balance and wise decision making will prove to be very beneficial.

Delhi Daredevils
Multiple ideas will not give DD the much needed balance. Their initial batting (with a strong finish) and patchy bowling will trouble them further.

The Captain – Mahela Jayawardena
He will be too soft on the opposition. Further aggression and better focus will be required from his captaincy.

Tarot Advantage:
Kings XI Punjab

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Wednesday, 15th May 2013 (4pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 65: Kolkata Knight Riders Vs Pune Warriors India

Kolkata Knight Riders
KKR will bring forward the right combinations through balance and aggression. Middle over bowling and fielding will need additional attention.

The Captain – Gautam Gambhir
Gambhir will go through a short phase of doubt, but sticking to original plans will seen him in good form; allowing him to make successful decisions.

Pune Warriors India
Although a better performance all round – the Warriors will still be a little temperamental. Do expect a good fight from them – they will have the potential to lift their game at the right moment.

The Captain – Aaron Finch
Finch will manage to bring the team in sync. His instinctive changes will prove to be important.

Tarot Advantage:
Pune Warriors India (Reason: Both teams are quite at par, but PWI will feel less pressured)

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Wednesday, 15th May 2013 (8pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 66: Mumbai Indians Vs Rajasthan Royals

Mumbai Indians
Changes and experiments may not pay off. Initial bowling and fielding will be weaker than usual. Good partnerships will form.

The Captain – Rohit Sharma
He has the right ideas, but is unsure of how and when to implement them. He will find himself having to work harder to bring things together.

Rajasthan Royals
The Royals do appear nervous, but they are bright and positive. They will keep their game simple and not look to force the issue. Fielding will need to be more aggressive. Middle over batting will need to be careful of not making basic errors.

The Captain – Rahul Dravid
Similar to Rohit Sharma, Dravid too will be a little out of focus. Seeing certain ideas not falling in to place, Dravid will manage to make the right changes.

Tarot Advantage:
Rajasthan Royals (Reason: Better overall team performance and a slight edge in captaincy)

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Now this makes me nervous..

Tuesday, 14th May 2013 (4pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 63: Royal Challengers Bangalore Vs Kings XI Punjab

Royal Challengers Bangalore
A tough game, where risks will need to be taken and negative attitude will need to go out the window! Initial batting will need to be more free flowing. Bowling will show better rhythm, but it will lack consistency.

The Captain – Virat Kohli
Being overly cautious will not work well for Virat. He will have to re-work his plans very quickly and not get confused while taking decisions.

Kings XI Punjab
Initially a lot more self-belief will need to be instilled. They have the right plans and will show great sparks of energy as the game progresses. Although repetitive problems will keep pulling them back but they seem to have the grit to get themselves out of uncomfortable positions.

The Captain – Adam Gilchrist
He appears very comfortable in his role, bringing together the right bowling and batting combinations.

Tarot Advantage:
Kings XI PunjabVersion: (Reason: Better captaincy from Adam Gilchrist)

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Tuesday, 14th May 2013 (8pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 64: Chennai Super Kings Vs Delhi Daredevils

Chennai Super Kings
Confusions through multiple plan changes may burden the team. They will need to stick to their ideas, otherwise batting and bowling will have their weaknesses exposed.

The Captain – Mahendra Singh Dhoni
Dhoni being an instinctive and confident captain will have a good start, but will find it tough to maintain the team's momentum throughout the game.

Delhi Daredevils
A little tame looking Daredevils will gradually spread their wings. Weaknesses in batting will be seen but they will manage to lift their game. Aggression will key.

The Captain – David Warner
Warner may look a little perplexed at times, but the team will lift him well. He will need to generate more conviction in his plans.

Tarot Advantage:
Delhi DaredevilsVersion (Reason: Better overal team performance)

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Monday, 13th May 2013 (8pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 62: Mumbai Indians Vs Sunrisers Hyderabad

Mumbai Indians
There will be some calculated risks taken by the Mumbai Indians, which may not necessarily pay off in the manner they would be comfortable with. Nervousness and constant changes may trouble their focus. Their bowling will be well balanced, but batting will require better application.

The Captain – Rohit Sharma
Although appearing balanced, Sharma will make some basic tactical errors and may find himself having to work harder than usual.

Sunrisers Hyderabad
Recurring problems will continue to trouble them – especially with their fielding and their initial batting. It will be important for them to have more faith in their plans. Good bowling and batting partnerships will prove to be an important factor.

The Captain – Cameron White
White may seem a little soft at times, but he will get on top of the situation and make some confident decisions.

Tarot Advantage:
Sunrisers Hyderabad

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