Punjab Kings
This will be possible for players in the 38th matches playing for Punjab Kings Sam Curran, Atharva Taide, Matthew Short, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma, Shahrukh Khan, Harpreet Brar, Harpreet Bhatia, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh, Simran Singh, Nathan Ellis, Mohit Rathee, Sikandar Raza, Rishi Dhawan, Gurnoor Brar. We might see some variations but have less probability of replacement in playing 11 from the Last match.
Lucknow Super Giants
This will be possible for players in the 38th matches playing for Lucknow Super Giants K L Rahul, Kyle Mayers, Marcus Stoinis, Deepak Hooda, Krunal Pandya, Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Ravi Bishnoi, Avesh Khan, Naveen-ul-haq, Amit Mishra, Prerak Mankad, Krishnappa Gowtham, Daniel Sams, Jaydev Unadkat, Karan Sharma. We might see some variations but have less probability of replacement in playing 11 from the Last match.
Venue: Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali
The cricket match seems to be in luck with the weather conditions being ideal, with a temperature of 31°c, low humidity of 28%, and moderate wind speeds of 13 km/hr. No precipitation is expected, which is good news for both the teams and the spectators. Moving on to the pitch report, the Mohali pitch is initially favorable for fast bowlers but becomes more conducive for batting as the game progresses. However, it is unlikely to provide much assistance for spinners. The average first-innings score on this pitch is 173 runs, indicating that the match could be relatively high-scoring. What’s interesting is that the team batting second has a strong record of winning at this ground, with a winning percentage of 80%. This suggests that the team winning the toss may choose to bowl first, hoping to restrict the opposition to a manageable total and then chase it down in the second innings. Overall, the upcoming match between Punjab Kings and Gujrat Titans could be an exciting contest between bat and ball, with favorable weather conditions and a pitch that may provide a thrilling game.
Umpire:
Vinod Seshan
Nitin Menon
Khalid Saiyed
Dream Team:
Cricket has always been a game of strategy, where every move of the captain and the team is closely watched and analyzed by the fans. In the past decade, the rise of Fantasy Cricket has given an opportunity for cricket enthusiasts to become the captain of their own team and test their strategic skills.
One of the most popular Fantasy Cricket platforms is Dream11, where you can create your own team by selecting players from a particular match and earn points based on their performance in the actual game. In this blog, we will be discussing how to make a Dream11 Fantasy team consisting of Nicolas Pooran, Jitesh Sharma, Prabhsimran Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, Marcus Stonis, Liam Livingstone, Kyle Mayers, Sam Curran, Krunal Pandya, Arshdeep Singh, and opting Arshdeep Singh as captain and Shikhar Dhawan as Vice-captain.
Let’s start by understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each player and how they can contribute to your team.
- Nicolas Pooran: The explosive West Indian batsman is known for his ability to score quick runs and hit big sixes. He is also a safe wicket-keeper and can earn you points through catches and stumpings.
- Jitesh Sharma: The Indian wicket-keeper batsman is a handy addition to your team. He has a good technique with the bat and can keep the wickets if needed.
- Prabhsimran Singh: Another young Indian wicket-keeper batsman who can provide depth to your team. He has a good record in domestic cricket and can be a valuable asset if given a chance to play.
- Shikhar Dhawan: The stylish left-handed Indian opener is one of the most consistent performers in the IPL. He has a good technique and can anchor the innings while also scoring at a good rate. He is a safe bet for your Vice-captain position.
- KL Rahul: The Indian skipper is a reliable top-order batsman who can score big runs if he gets going. He can also keep the wickets if needed and is a good option for your team.
- Marcus Stonis: The Australian all-rounder is a valuable addition to your team. He can score quick runs, bowl useful overs and take catches in the field.
- Liam Livingstone: The English all-rounder can be a surprise package for your team. He can bat at the top of the order and also bowl some useful leg-spin.
- Kyle Mayers: The West Indian all-rounder can provide balance to your team. He can score quick runs and also bowl some medium pace if needed.
- Sam Curran: The English all-rounder is a match-winner on his day. He can bat down the order and also bowl some tricky left-arm swing.
- Krunal Pandya: The Indian all-rounder is a consistent performer in the IPL. He can score quick runs and also bowl some economical overs.
- Arshdeep Singh: The Indian left-arm pacer is a good option for your captaincy position. He has a good record in the IPL and can take wickets with the new ball and at the death.
Now that we have analyzed the strengths and weaknesses of each player, let’s create our Dream11 Fantasy team.
- Wicket-keepers: Nicolas Pooran, Jitesh Sharma
- Batsmen: Shikhar Dhawan (Vice-captain), KL Rahul, Prabhsimran Singh
- All-rounders: Marcus Stonis, Liam Livingstone, Kyle Mayers, Sam Curran, Krunal Pandya
- Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh (Captain)
As we have chosen Arshdeep Singh as our captain, we expect him to take crucial wickets and provide us with some good points. He has a good economy rate and can keep the batsmen under pressure. On the other hand, we have chosen Shikhar Dhawan as our Vice-captain as he is a consistent performer and can score big runs if he gets going.
Our batting line-up looks strong with Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, and Prabhsimran Singh at the top, followed by the explosive duo of Nicolas Pooran and Marcus Stonis. All of them can score quick runs and can be a game-changer.
In the all-rounder’s department, we have chosen Liam Livingstone, Kyle Mayers, Sam Curran, and Krunal Pandya. All of them can contribute with both bat and ball and can provide balance to our team. Liam Livingstone can also bowl some useful leg-spin, while Kyle Mayers can bowl some medium pace if needed.
Lastly, in the bowling department, we have opted for Arshdeep Singh as our captain, who can take wickets at crucial times. Sam Curran can provide us with some left-arm swing, while Krunal Pandya can be a good option for economical overs.
In conclusion, our Dream11 Fantasy team consisting of Nicolas Pooran, Jitesh Sharma, Prabhsimran Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, KL Rahul, Marcus Stonis, Liam Livingstone, Kyle Mayers, Sam Curran, Krunal Pandya, and Arshdeep Singh as our captain and Shikhar Dhawan as our Vice-captain looks strong on paper. It has a good mix of experience and youth, and all the players can contribute with both bat and ball. It will be interesting to see how they perform in the actual game and earn us some good points.