Congratulations to the Mumbai Indians & to Tarot for getting it right!

The 76 matches are over, but where did Tarot stand in it all?

Here are the overall accuracy levels which brings together the three main aspects Tarot looks at -

The Overall Teams + The Captains + Tarot Advantage = Overall Tarot IPL Accuracy... which is: 81.7% ... It's been a great IPL for Tarot (despite all the controversy).

Watch out for this space, as I'm still contemplating on whether to continue this for the Champions Trophy.. what do you think? Should I?

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It's finally the final.. 

Saturday, 26th May 2013 (8pm IST)
IPL 6 – Final - Match 76: Chennai Super Kings Vs Mumbai Indians

Chennai Super Kings
Still mighty, still strong – The Super Kings are looking aggressive and balanced. But there are some definite kinks in the armour. Middle over batting, initial bowling and patchy fielding – but yet, they will come together well.

The Captain – Mahendra Singh Dhoni
He has the potential to take the team home, but this isn't going to be an easy journey for Dhoni. Immense hard work and confusion in ideas will need to be battled.

Mumbai Indians
Although appearing dis-balanced at times, there is strength and conviction in their ideas. Batting will be uncomfortable but will have a strong finish. Bowling will start off being too soft, but this will change and become more deceptive. All three areas will require more aggression.

The Captain – Rohit Sharma
He will need to address repetitive concerns and will find himself having to juggle too many things at once, he will be steady himself well. Sharma's confidence will grow positively.

Tarot Advantage:
Better control and the ability to balance things at the right time gives Tarot Advantage to the Mumbai Indians.

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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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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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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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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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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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Saturday, 11th May 2013 (4pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 58: Pune Warriors India Vs Mumbai Indians

Pune Warriors India
The Warriors will fight hard to keep themselves in the game. They will have some good partnerships and will come together much better as a team. Fielding will need to improve.

The Captain – Aaron Finch
He will take his chances through riskier decision making. Certainly another tough day for him, so he must refrain from confusing his multiple ideas.

Mumbai Indians
Batting will do well yet there will be some uncomfortable moments, but it will do the job required. Unnecessary bowling experiments will not pay off – sticking to basics will be key.

The Captain – Rohit Sharma
He will not be entirely at ease but will pull through his ideas by being more instinctive and assertive.

Tarot Advantage:
Mumbai Indians

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Saturday, 11th May 2013 (8pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 59: Kings XI Punjab Vs Sunrisers Hyderabad

Kings XI Punjab
Planning needs to be freshened up – they need new ideas, as the initial half of their game will be unconvincing. Batting will do well, but dis-balance will appear in other areas. Punjab will fight to the end.

The Captain – Adam Gilchrist
He will need to lose his anxieties and captain more instinctively – it will be important for him to take risks, otherwise it will be a tougher day.

Sunrisers Hyderabad
Complacency may get them into trouble as Punjab will not give up easily. The Sunrisers will form good partnerships, but their plans too will need to improve, along with their fielding efforts.

The Captain – Kumar Sangakkara
He will put in immense work into his own game and in coordinating the team well. Sangakkara's judgements will have the ability to foresee concerns - giving his team an edge over the opposition.

Tarot Advantage:
Sunrisers Hyderabad

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Sunday, 5th May 2013 (4pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 49: Mumbai Indians Vs Chennai Super Kings

Mumbai Indians
Appearing a little greedy at times, the Mumbai Indians will need to slow themselves down and develop better controlled aggression. Their initial batting will not be able to capitalise well – after which they will pick up.

The Captain – Rohit Sharma
A little confused, a little perplexed at times; Rohit will take time to gain momentum in his captaincy. He will come through well.

Chennai Super Kings
They too may not have the most comfortable start and may appear patchy at times. Middle over batting will need to do better to help the team's cause.

The Captain – Mahendra Singh Dhoni
There may just be too much for Dhoni to handle today – despite the right ideas, and strong implementation, he will find it tougher than usual to strike the right balance within his team.

Tarot Advantage:
Mumbai Indians

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Sunday, 5th May 2013 (8pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 50: Rajasthan Royals Vs Pune Warriors India

Rajasthan Royals
Fielding will be disappointing, but batting and bowling will maintain itself well. Overall, despite some early confusions, RR will be commanding and pro-active.

The Captain – Rahul Dravid
Dravid will lead well – but he will need to watch out for repetitive mistakes being made by himself and the team.

Pune Warriors India
PWI will have a good start, but fear of faltering again will step in. They will need to trust themselves and their abilities more. They will certainly fight back, but belief may elude them when needed most.

The Captain – Aaron Finch
Finch is feeling the pressure but he will work hard to overcome this. He needs to watch out for mis-communications. A tough day for him.

Tarot Advantage:
Rajasthan Royals

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Monday, 29th April 2013 (4pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 40: Rajasthan Royals Vs Royal Challengers Bangalore

Rajasthan Royals
Comfortable and confident is what RR appear to be. They will change gears easily and be able to be aggressive at will. Their fielding will be patchy and would also need to be careful of giving away too many extras.

The Captain – Rahul Dravid
Despite having all the right ideas in place, Dravid will need to take risks with his captaincy decisions and not leave things to the last minute.

Royal Challengers Bangalore
RCB will be working very hard – they will apply themselves in all areas, but they too will need to step up their fielding efforts. Bowling will need to be a bit more aggressive.

The Captain – Virat Kohli
Multiple ideas and quick decision making will prove to be a boon. He will need to make sure he maintains this focus throughout.

Tarot Advantage:
Royal Challengers Bangalore

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Monday, 29th April 2013 (8pm IST)
IPL 6 - Match 41: Mumbai Indians Vs Kings XI Punjab

Mumbai Indians
Mumbai will adapt themselves well to a slightly tougher situation. They will bowl well in partnerships, but fielding will be a concern.

The Captain – Rohit Sharma
Rohit will be innovative with implementing his plans. He will peak at the right time.

Kings XI Punjab
They will have extreme belief in themselves and will show it in their performance. Their bowling is looking nervous, and their fielding will drop towards the latter half.

The Captain – Adam Gilchrist
Gilchrist is initially appearing inconsistent in his decision making – this will change as he receives further support from the team.

Tarot Advantage:
Mumbai Indians

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