Friday 26th

• IPL – Rajasthan v Deccan [Ladbrokes] 14:30

Two team which are difficult to split, both with Australian captains in Warne & Gilchrist. Although i think Warne is the better captain & would win any tactical battle, the toss is crucial & Deccan will bat first. With their batting line up & the return of Laxman, Deccan should triumph although I believe Rajasthan have the better bowlers, pressure will tell during their run chase.

Deccan @ 1.61

• Super 14 – Cheetahs v Queensland Reds [Ladbrokes] 17:10

Both teams have been hit by injuries early in the season, however the loss of Heinrich Brussouw is huge for the Cheetahs. Add this to the fact that the Reds have had their rest week & have had time to acclimatise to the conditions, negating any advantage the Cheetahs would have had.

Queensland (-1.5) @ 1.9

• Super League – Castleford v Crusaders [Ladbrokes] 20:00

Castleford are a team that is being patched up to play, now including 3 loan signings. Their opponents tonight are the improving Crusaders, led around the park by the excellent kicking game of Michael Witt. The lack of cohesivness in the Castleford side will in my view contribute heavily to the result.

Crusaders (+8) @ 1.9

- The Spotter