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PAK vs ZIM 1st T20I Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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PAK vs ZIM 1st T20I Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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In a normal world, a tour of Zimbabwe to Pakistan would mean a one-sided contest. Before Tuesday, Zimbabwe had won just one of 20 completed ODIs in the country, and were without a win in ODIs against a Test nation since beating Sri Lanka way back in January 2018.

But, Zimbabwe’s competitive showing in the ODIs, which included great performances from their senior players as well as promising displays by their up-and-comers, gives them hope in the T20Is. But, like in the ODIs, Zimbabwe need to find their best cricket in T20Is, as they remain inconsistent in this format, too. In fact, they have never beaten Pakistan in a T20I, and just over a year ago, they suffered a harrowing defeat to Singapore. So, this is an opportunity to continue moving in the right direction, and Zimbabwe need to grab this opportunity with both hands.

For Pakistan, nothing less than a convincing and polished display will do. The former number one T20I side, who enjoyed a run of 11 straight series wins, endured a poor 2019, winning just one of nine completed matches. In 2020, though, the emergence of the likes of Haider Ali gives them renewed confidence, and Pakistan can look to build on a promising 1-1 series draw in England earlier this year.

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PAK vs ZIM 1st T20I Preview Dream11: Babar Azam will be key.

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

  • Three matches, 204 runs, avg. 68, one fifty, one century. Those were Brendan Taylor’s numbers in the ODI series, and he will be key here. So, can Taylor improve on a modest T20I record vs Pakistan? (4 inns, 55 runs, avg. 18.33, SR 105.77).
  • His partner in crime, Sean Williams, also had a superb ODI series (197 runs, avg. 98.50, one 50, one 100). Williams has performed well vs Pakistan in the past (6 inns, 162 runs, avg. 40.50, SR 138.46), and will be required to do well here.
  • Babar Azam was replaced as number one T20I batsman by Dawid Malan earlier in 2020. So, how will the classy batsman respond? He is coming off 77* and 125 in the ODIs, and scored 86*, 86, 64*, 0 and 39 on this ground in the recent National T20 Cup.
  • Fakhar Zaman struck 61 and 47 in his two T20Is vs Zimbabwe in 2018. Also, Zaman was the highest run-scorer in the recent National T20 Cup (420 runs, avg. 35.00, SR 147.88).
  • Haider Ali hit a memorable 54 off 33 balls on T20I debut against England earlier in 2020.
  • Wesley Madhevere’s talent was on display in the ODIs. He struck important runs in the first and third ODI (55 and 33 respectively), and the youngster, who plays a beautiful pull shot, is one to watch.
  • If Pakistan pick Mohammad Hafeez, they will be picking a player with 12 wickets in five innings vs Zimbabwe, as well as 215 runs in seven knocks at an average of 35.83. Also, Hafeez was magnificent in England earlier this year, with scores of 69 (36) and 86* (52) to win player of the series.
  • Khushdil Shah has a strike rate of 137.02 in 58 T20 matches. The hard-hitting left-hander struck 362 runs in the recent National T20 Cup at an average of 32.90 and SR 177.45.
  • Shaheen Shah Afridi went wicketless in the last two ODIs vs Zimbabwe. However, his threat in the powerplay (swing) and death (yorkers) makes him a key asset for Pakistan. He took the most wickets in the recent National T20 Cup (20 in 10 matches).
  • Mohammad Hasnain is coming off 5/26 in the third ODI. However, Blessing Muzarabani, who took 5/42 and bowled a superb Super Over, won man of the match.
  • Haris Rauf to play? The fast bowler burst onto the scene in last year’s Big Bash, taking 20 wickets in 10 matches. Also, Rauf took 18 wickets in eight games in the recent National T20 Cup.

Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 11, Pakistan 11, Zimbabwe 0.
  • Pakistan beat Zimbabwe in both matches in Pakistan in 2015.
  • Zimbabwe captain Chamu Chibhabha is out of form with the bat. Also, he has just 49 runs in six T20I innings vs Pakistan (avg. 8.17), But he can contribute with the ball, with six wickets in five innings vs Pakistan.

Possible Playing 11

Pakistan: 1. Fakhar Zaman, 2. Babar Azam (c), 3. Haider Ali, 4. Mohammad Hafeez, 5. Mohammad Rizwan/Rohail Nazir (wk), 6. Iftikhar Ahmed, 7. Khushdil Shah, 8. Imad Wasim, 9. Haris Rauf/Wahab Riaz, 10. Mohammad Hasnain, 11. Shaheen Shah Afridi

Zimbabwe: 1. Brian Chari/Tinashe Kamunhukamwe, 2. Brendan Taylor (wk), 3. Craig Ervine, 4. Chamu Chibhabha (c), 5. Sean Williams, 6. Wesley Madhevere, 7. Sikandar Raza, 8. Tendai Chisoro, 9. Donald Tiripano, 10. Richard Ngarava, 11. Blessing Muzarabani

Rawalpindi Pitch and Weather Report

The early start means that dew shouldn’t be a factor. The pitch provided an equal battle between bat and ball in the ODIs, with swing and movement available up front and runs for batsmen willing to put in the hard yards.

Dream11 Prediction

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PAK vs ZIM 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction

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PAK vs ZIM 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction

Match Prediction

Zimbabwe will come into this series with belief, but Pakistan’s greater depth, particularly with the ball, should count for plenty. Pakistan to win.

Thanks for reading!

WBBL 2020 Match 24: PS-W vs MS-W Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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WBBL 2020 Match 24: PS-W vs MS-W Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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Melbourne Stars will take on the Perth Scorchers in the 24th game of WBBL 2020. Stars are 3rd in the points table with two wins and three games washed out while Scorchers are at the 5th position with one win, two defeats, and two being washed out. Both sides have some very big names and it is expected to be a great contest.

Melbourne Stars are playing really well. Batting is their main strength as they have a batting order of Meg Lanning, Elyse Villani, Mignon du Preez, Nat Sciver, followed by Amanda Sutherland and Erin Osborne, which is quite an intimidating batting order. Their top three has been absolutely brilliant and they’d like to keep up the same performance in this game too. Natalie Sciver has been brilliant with the ball for them while bowling at the start and in the death overs.

Perth Scorchers haven’t been performing up to their full potential till now. The two superstars of the BBL, Sophie Devine and Beth Mooney, are there with Nicole Bolton, Heather Graham, but they have not yet performed as per the expectations. Beth Mooney has looked good in the last few games while others have been very inconsistent. Scorchers will want their big players to take responsibility against a strong Stars side.

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WBBL 2020 Match 24: PS-W vs MS-W Preview Dream11: Sophie Devine is key.

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

  • Sophie Devine has the most runs (441) against the Stars while she played for the Adelaide Strikers. She averages 63 and strikes at 143.89 against them.
  • Beth Mooney has 294 runs against Melbourne Stars while playing for the Brisbane Heat. She is averaging 42 against them.
  • Heather Graham has 84 runs and 11 wickets (the most) against the Stars.
  • Nicole Bolton has scored 148 runs in Stars vs Scorchers games.
  • Meg Lanning has 196 runs against the Scorchers at an average of 39.20.
  • Nat Sciver has 108 runs and 4 wickets against Perth.
  • Mignon du Preez has scored 141 runs.

Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-Head: 10 Matches, Stars 3, Scorchers 7.
  • Perth has won 6 out of 7 games vs Stars while chasing.
  • Stars have won 2 out of 3 while batting first vs Scorchers, but they won both their games while chasing in WBBL 2020.

Probable Playing 11

Perth Scorchers Women: 1. Sophie Devine (c), 2. Beth Mooney (wk), 3. Megan Banting, 4. Nicole Bolton, 5. Heather Graham, 6. Chloe Piparo, 7. Lauren Down, 8. Sarah Glenn 9. Jemma Barsby, 10. Piepa Cleary 11. Taneale Peschel

Melbourne Stars Women: 1. Meg Lanning (c), 2. Elyse Villani, 3. Mignon du Preez, 4. Natalie Sciver, 5. Amanda Sutherland, 6. Erin Osborne, 7. Tess Flintoff, 8. Nicole Faltum, 9. Sophie Day, 10. Katherine Day, 11. Alana King

North Sydney Oval Pitch and Weather Report

The pitch at the North Sydney Oval is a good wicket to bat on. Scores in the range of 140-150 can be expected. It has something for the bowlers too, particularly spinners.

Dream11 Prediction

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WBBL 2020 Match 24: PS-W vs MS-W Dream11 Prediction

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WBBL 2020 Match 24: PS-W vs MS-W Dream11 Prediction

Match Prediction

Both sides have some big names capable of turning the match on their own. Melbourne Stars are in good form while Scorchers lack that. They’ll want Sophie Devine to come to the party in this game. Very close contest but we’ll back Stars for the win.

Written by Robin Rounder – follow Robin on Twitter today.

WBBL 2020 Match 22: ST-W vs MLR-W Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

Robin Rounder
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WBBL 2020 Match 22: ST-W vs MLR-W Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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Sydney Thunder and Melbourne Renegades will lock horns against each other in the 22nd game of WBBL 2020.

Sydney Thunder are at the top of the points table with three wins in five games and two games washed out. Their batters have performed well, and bowlers have been excellent. In short, they have performed as a team till now in WBBL 2020. Heather Knight, skipper Rachel Haynes, Sammy-Jo Johnson, Sam Bates, and all the others have contributed in every game and it reflects in the results and how they’ve played. They will want to continue the winning streak coming into this game.

Melbourne Renegades, on the other hand, are at the bottom of the points table and are yet to win their first game of this season. They have played five matches with three defeats and two games being washed out. Their batting has been the main reason for their struggle this season. No one is performing except Sophie Molineux in the batting. Lizelle Lee and Erin Fazackerly need to fire at the top of the order. They will look to get things back on track in this game.

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WBBL 2020 Match 22: ST-W vs MLR-W Preview Dream11: Rachael Haynes has been in top form.

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

  • Heather Knight is in red hot form. She has the most (146 runs) runs in this WBBL till now. She scored a brilliant 57 in the last game. She has also picked six wickets in WBBL 2020.
  • Rachel Haynes (105 runs) is averaging 105 this season. She also scored a half-century (61* runs) in the last game. She has 236 runs against the Renegades, highest amongst the current players.
  • Sammy-Jo Johnson is coming to bat at 3 and bowling in the death overs. She picked two wickets in the last game. She will be very important in this game.
  • Samantha Bates (7 wickets) is the leading wicket-taker in WBBL 2020. She has 11 wickets against the Renegades.
  • Sophie Molineux has 81 runs and eight wickets against the Sydney Thunder.
  • Molly Strano (12 wickets) has the most wickets in Renegades vs Thunder matches.
  • Youngster Rachel Trenamen will open the innings and will bowl a few overs too. She is a very talented player.

Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-Head: 10 matches, 8 Thunder, 2 Renegades.
  • Sydney Thunders are yet to lose and the Melbourne Renegades are yet to win in WBBL 2020.
  • Renegades have not won against the Thunders while chasing in the WBBL.

Probable Playing 11

Sydney Thunder: 1. Rachel Trenamen, 2. Tammy Beaumont, 3. Sammy-Jo Johnson, 4. Heather Knight, 5. Rachel Haynes (c), 6. Phoebe Litchfield, 7. Tahila Wilson (wk), 8. Lauren Smith, 9. Kate Peterson, 10. Shabnim Ismail, 11. Samantha Bates

Melbourne Renegades: 1. Lizelle Lee, 2. Sophie Molineux, 3. Amy Satterthwaite (c), 4. Courtney Webb, 5. Georgia Wareham, 6. Josephine Dooley (wk), 7. Erin Fazackerley, 8. Maitlan Brown, 9. Carly Leeson, 10. Molly Strano, 11. Rosemary Mair 

Hurstville Oval Pitch Conditions and Weather Report

There has been some assistance for the new ball bowlers at the Hurstville Oval and batters too enjoy playing here. Spinners will be important too. There is a small chance of early afternoon showers in Hurstville, but there should be a full game.

Dream11 Prediction

Option 1:

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Option 2:

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WBBL 2020 Match 22: ST-W vs MLR-W Dream11 Prediction

Match Prediction

Sydney Thunder are in red-hot form with their batting and bowling performing exceptionally well. While the situation is the exact opposite for the Melbourne Renegades. Thunder will fancy their chances against a struggling Renegades side.

Written by Robin Rounder – follow Robin on Twitter today.

Best Cricket References & Memes During the US Election

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Best Cricket References & Memes During the US Election

Best Cricket References/Memes During the US Election | As the US Election rolls on, cricket fans describe the election in cricket terms

Ah, the US Election. Everywhere you look, the words “Trump”, “Biden”, “fraud” and many others stare right back in your face. It can be overwhelming at times, particularly given everything else that has been going in 2020.

So, a bit of humour can always lighten the mood. And what better way than using cricket terms and memes to describe the chaos that is the US 2020 Election. Cricket fans from all over the globe put together their memes and cricket scenarios to best describe the election, and it is safe to say we are not disappointed.

Below are some absolute beauties, across a number of different topics including reviews, Test cricket and more.

New king of the review

In the same week that Shane Watson announced his retirement from professional cricket, we have a new king of the review, Donald Trump.

What does the US Election also compare to in cricket?

The Duckworth/Lewis method. Try figure it out.

Claiming victory?

US Citizens get a taste of Test cricket…. or a slow ODI?

Ebb-and-flow early on, followed by drama and there might not even be a winner after five days.

Thank you cricket fans everywhere for a much-needed laugh. It has been one hell of a year, but a good cricket joke or two can always help lighten the mood.

England chief selector supports rest period for IPL star players before other series

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England chief selector supports rest period for IPL star players before other series

England chief selector Ed Smith says he supports the idea of some rest time for the IPL players ahead of other assignments | England chief selector supports rest time for the IPL players

England chief selector Ed Smith has shown concern over the mental health of some of the country’s key players engaged in prolonged tournaments and back-to-back international assignments. Smith defended the idea of allowing some off time for Jofra Archer, Sam Curran and Ben Stokes, who all played in IPL 2020 and are expected to join South Africa tour.

It is only in recent times that ECB has encouraged their players to play for the franchise T20 games, but as the IPL got delayed due to the pandemic it now clashing with the further international games. “The ECB’s position for a number of years now has been to permit players to play in the IPL. And that has coincided with England’s very good form in white ball cricket, their World Cup success and also now their very strong T20 side. It’s been excellent to see players like Sam Curran do so well at the IPL and to really have those development opportunities”, said Smith.

Also, the bubble restrictions and quarantine period set by each board along with their respective governing body makes it all the more difficult for the estimate player’s availbility. “It’s going to have to be a case by case situation where we as selectors, but also players, constantly evaluate what’s in the players’ interests but also what’s in England’s interest. We’re very sensible about player workloads. To me, that’s a very important conversation. The ECB’s position has been to allow players to play in the IPL and we are going to take opportunities as selectors for England to rest one or two players when we think it’s a good opportunity to do so”, says Smith according to the report in Cricbuzz.

Smith also recommended to expand Engalnd’s pool of players which will give the management options to decide on playing XI as well as give the individual cricketer some time to rest and refresh. “We need to almost reconsider how we frame the concept of rest. What we are really thinking about here is not only a question of time in cricket and time out of cricket. But also what the circumstances of a player’s life are when they are playing. COVID protocols, which determine how a player can live his life, vary enormously, not only between competitions and between tours but within competitions. Really, what we are trying to work out is how draining and debilitating the circumstances are for that individual”, Smith said.

Even regarding the way the players rest is a matter of debate, as the board can’t have control over the family time they get, the places they visit during the ongoing pandemic and the environment they surrounded with.

Written by Anjali Jha. Follow Anjali on Twitter today.

If BCCI wants to test Rohit Sharma’s fitness again, there is nothing wrong with it: Sunil Gavaskar

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If BCCI wants to test Rohit Sharma’s fitness again, there is nothing wrong with it: Sunil Gavaskar

If BCCI wants to test Rohit Sharma’s fitness again, there is nothing wrong with it: Sunil Gavaskar | Sunil Gavaskar says it is OK if BCCI want to test Rohit’s fitness

Rohit Sharma’s return to IPL 2020 last match before the Playoffs created quite a buzz, as he has been left out from the Australia tour citing his hamstring injury. While the batsman said during the Toss and post-match presentation that is “absolutely fine”, questions were raised to BCCI President Sourav Ganguly who had said that he has a hamstring tear and it will get ruptured again, just a day before the game.

In an interaction with a media group on YouTube, Sunil Gavaskar emphasized on BCCI wanting to test Sharma’s fitness. “He played the match to show that he is fit but if BCCI wants to test his fitness again, then there is nothing wrong in it. Because they want to check if he is fully fit or not”, he said.

If BCCI wants to test Rohit Sharma's fitness again, there is nothing wrong with it: Sunil Gavaskar | Sunil Gavaskar says it is OK if BCCI want to test Rohit's fitness
Gavaskar says nothing wrong with fitness test for Rohit

The former India captain said that the concerns raised by head coach Ravi Shastri and BCCI President urging the senior player to take proper rest are a much valid stand. “Look, the concern shown by everyone collectively that there could be a rupture (if he hurries his return) is a valid one. But he looked confident. He fielded at the boundary ropes and also in the 30-yard circle. May be, he will be monitored. Normally, when you come back from injury, you need to play a few matches as match fitness determines your fitness status”, he said.

However, he also mentioned that the way India’s vice-captain had fielded on the ground shows that he was fir and is doing well. “Irrespective of how much you look fit in the nets, you are not stressed but when you have the pressure of a match, that gives an idea of how to fit you are,” he explained. So actually, there is no point going into the details of what happened earlier. Let’s talk about today and today he is fit”, he added.

Mumbai Indians reached the finale after defeating Delhi Capitals in the first Qualifier. MI dominated, setting a target of 200 runs and taking three wickets of DC in the first two overs to eventually win the game by 57 runs.

Written by Anjali Jha. Follow Anjali on Twitter today.

Virat Kohli provides his thoughts on bubble life

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Virat Kohli provides his thoughts on bubble life

While talking about life in a bio-secure bubble, Virat Kohli, the India & RCB captain said that the length of the tournament or series is going to play a key role for the players. As the ongoing IPL series is almost at its last leg, after the schedule of it has been exhausted more than ever as the cricketers and support staff have to live in a restricted manner. There’s no doubt that life gets repetitive and that hampers the state of mind of the players when stepping out to play.

“These things will have to be considered,” Kohli said. “Like what length of the tournament or series one is going to play and what impact it will have on players mentally to stay in a similar environment for 80 days and not do anything different. Or have space to just go and see family or small things like that. These things have to be thought about seriously. At the end of the day, you want the players to be in the best state mentally, based on how they’re feeling. Those conversations should take place regularly.”

Despite losing four in a row, Royal Challengers Bangalore will face off in the Eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderbad, with the winner to face Delhi Capitals in Qualifier 1. Mumbai Indians have secured their place in the finale by defeating DC in last match. However, as DC was second in the chart, they get two chances to enter the finale. Though RCB lost a few matches before the Playoffs, the team’s momentum can still be rescued considering some exciting innings from Devdutt Padikkal, Chris Morris and Yuzvendra Chahal among others.

Kohli also mentioned that RCB has been patiently enjoying its time in the bubble. “It’s repetitive, it’s not as tough when the group of guys is amazing, which we have. Everyone part of that bio-bubble is really nice, the vibe has been so good. That’s precisely why we’ve enjoyed playing together, just enjoyed our time in the bubble as well, but it does get difficult at times because it is repetitive”, Kohli told RCB TV.

Written by Anjali Jha. Follow Anjali on Twitter today.

How to Avoid Common Cricket Injuries

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How to Avoid Common Cricket Injuries

How to Avoid Common Cricket Injuries | Some key tips to help you avoid common cricket injuries to ensure you are enjoying cricket for longer

Some sports will have much more of a physical impact upon the body than others. A handful of well-known examples include football, rugby, basketball, and ice hockey. This is why players will go to great lengths in order to ensure that they remain physically fit at all times. However, other sports can cause serious and possibly chronic issues if safety is not taken into account. Cricket is worth noting in this respect, as players can develop injuries that may severely limit their ability to enjoy the game. Let’s first take a look at some common risks before moving on to discuss the ways in which they can be reduced.

How to Avoid Common Cricket Injuries | Some key tips to help you avoid common cricket injuries to ensure you are enjoying cricket for longer
How to avoid common cricket injuries: prepare well for matches and acknowledge pains

We are all aware that cricket involves a fair amount of high-intensity running (similar to baseball). This is why it only stands to reason that a considerable number of injuries involve the ankles and knees. Furthermore, players have been known to suffer hamstring pulls from time to time. Although some of these injuries can be resolved with simple rest, others could result in time away from the pitch or even the need for invasive surgery.

Other injuries result from batting. Similar to tennis in some ways, the elbow and wrists can be placed under significant loads of torque. If either over-rotates, minor sprains or small tears can occur. However, more severe and acute scenarios such as a torn rotator cuff are not entirely uncommon.

The problem here is that many players will tend to ignore minor pains; believing them to be transient in nature. It is only later when they realise that the damage has already been done. This is why it is crucial to take a quick look at how these scenarios can be mitigated.

Knowing When to Say When

Much like any other sport, players need to be able to obtain the proper amount of rest and relaxation. Diet is likewise important, as specific nutrients such as vitamin D, vitamin C and calcium can help to strengthen bones and the associated connective tissues. It is just as prudent to know when a bit of downtime is required. Those who suffer from chronic pains should make it a point to speak with their physician.

A handful of other tips should come in handy along the way. These include:

  • Making it a point to adequately stretch before each match.
  • Being mindful of even the most minor aches and pains.
  • Wearing the proper gear at all times.
  • Consulting with a professional if an injury is suspected.

To be clear, cricket injuries cannot be avoided entirely. The main point should instead involve minimising the chances that one occurs. This is why the information outlined above will come in handy. So, feel free to bookmark this page for future inspiration if required.

IPL 2020 Eliminator: SRH vs RCB Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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IPL 2020 Eliminator: SRH vs RCB Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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It’s not often that we enter an IPL Eliminator match with two sides experiencing the complete opposite run of form. In a strange and unpredictable 2020, that is what we have here, with one side storming into the playoffs and the other doing just enough to make it.

Sunrisers Hyderabad’s three straight wins has them rightly touted as a danger team in the IPL 2020 playoffs. They have hit top form at just the right time, producing strong performances with both bat and ball to overtake the likes of KKR and KXIP into the playoff places.

Indeed, their experience in do-or-die matches already this season can hold them in good stead. Skipper David Warner believes so, as his team has finally struck the balance that eluded them throughout IPL 2020. The form of Wriddhiman Saha and Sandeep Sharma has provided a strong platform for the likes of David Warner, Jason Holder and Rashid Khan to do their thing, and SRH will be hoping for more of the same today.

Royal Challengers Bangalore will have to overcome SRH’s good form, as well as their own poor form. RCB, one of the top teams in the first half of the season, are now on a run of four straight defeats, including a comprehensive loss at the hands of SRH last week. So, in their first playoffs appearance since IPL 2017, can RCB turn around their form to win this one and then play the out-of-form Delhi Capitals in the second Qualifier?

Skipper Virat Kohli has called for more bravery in the batting side of things, as RCB remain concerned about what’s to come after their number four. It will be interesting to see whether they make any changes to their batting order here to strike gold, but that approach is frought with risk in a knockout match. So, can RCB pass this test of nerves and qualify further?

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IPL 2020 Eliminator: SRH vs RCB Preview Dream11: Kohli & ABD to fire?

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

  • At the start of the season, not many would have predicted that Wriddhiman Saha would replace the dynamic Jonny Bairstow. Even fewer would have thought that Saha would outplay the England opener and give SRH a completely different dimension. The keeper-batsman has struck 87, 39 and 58* in his last three knocks, and will be looking to continue the great form.
  • Also, what Saha’s inclusion has done is free up David Warner. The SRH skipper has struck two half-centuries in his last three games (66 and 85*), at an overall strike rate of 163.92. He missed out vs RCB a few days ago (8), but still possesses a superb record against them: 17 inns, 683 runs, avg. 45.53, SR 164.18.
  • So, can RCB’s openers make the kind of impact the SRH openers have been making? Devdutt Padikkal scored a half-century against SRH early in the season, but he and his opening partner need to overcome the threat of Sandeep Sharma.
  • Out of Sandeep’s 108 IPL wickets, 62 are openers and number threes. He has taken nine wickets in his last four games (2/29, 2/27, 2/20 and 3/34), and will have a key role to play once again.
  • Also, Sandeep has dismissed Virat Kohli seven times in 13 matches. So, it is a big game for the RCB skipper, who has crossed 40 just once in his last seven innings vs SRH. Overall, though, Kohli has performed well vs SRH (525 runs, avg. 40.30).
  • AB de Villiers is crucial to RCB’s chances. In RCB wins in IPL 2020, ABD has scored 246 runs at an average of 123 and SR of 203.31. In RCB losses, this comes down to 152 runs at an average of 21.71.
  • de Villiers has solid numbers against SRH, which includes a 30-ball 51 against them early in IPL 2020: 14 inns, 464 runs, avg. 35.69, SR 161.67.
  • Manish Pandey is enjoying a decent run of form, with 83*, 15, 44* and 26 in his last four knocks. He has scored 34 (33) and 26 (19) vs RCB this season. Can he build on those starts?
  • Kane Williamson for SRH vs RCB: 270 runs, avg. 54.00.
  • Jason Holder has been an excellent addition to SRH this season. He has taken 10 wickets in his five games to date, including 2/27 vs RCB a few nights ago.
  • RCB need Chris Morris to rediscover his best form, although his economy rate at the death remains solid. The RCB recruit has taken just two wickets in his last five games, after taking nine in his first four matches in IPL 2020. Also, he is on a run of four single-digit scores in row (2, 4, 3, 0), so RCB will want more from him with the bat, too.
  • Yuzvendra Chahal was player of the match vs SRH early in IPL 2020 (3/18). He has the most wickets in RCB-SRH matches (15 in 13 matches). Key player.
  • His opposite number, Rashid Khan, has taken at least one wicket in each of his last five matches (total of eight), and possesses an incredible economy rate of just 5.28 in IPL 2020.
  • Shahbaz Nadeem is coming off a man-of-the-match performance vs MI. RCB have usually struggled to score freely in the middle overs, so Nadeem could prove crucial today.

Stats and Facts

  • Head-to-head: Matches 17, RCB 7, SRH 9, 1 abandoned.
  • Both RCB and SRH have won one match each against each other in IPL 2020. SRH won the most recent meeting by five wickets at Sharjah.
  • Chahal to Pandey? The RCB leg-spinner has dismissed the SRH batsman four times in 48 balls, whilst conceding just 41 runs.
  • Virat Kohli strikes at just 108.10 in the middle overs in IPL 2020 (259 balls faced). So, RCB could look to open with Kohli and bring in Moeen Ali who has performed well in the middle overs since IPL 2018 (SR 160.50 at this stage).
  • AB de Villiers has a strike rate of 230.86 in the death overs in IPL 2020.

Possible Playing 11

Royal Challengers Bangalore: 1. Devdutt Padikkal, 2. Josh Philippe, 3. Virat Kohli (c), 4. AB de Villiers (wk), 5. Shivam Dube, 6. Chris Morris, 7. Washington Sundar, 8. Isuru Udana, 9. Shahbaz Ahmed/Navdeep Saini, 10. Mohammed Siraj, 11. Yuzvendra Chahal

Sunrisers Hyderabad: 1. David Warner (c), 2. Wriddhiman Saha (wk), 3. Manish Pandey, 4. Kane Williamson, 5. Priyam Garg/Abhishek Sharma, 6. Jason Holder, 7. Abdul Samad, 8. Rashid Khan, 9. Shahbaz Nadeem, 10. Sandeep Sharma, 11. T Natarajan

Abu Dhabi Pitch and Weather Report

Chasing teams have won the last six matches at Abu Dhabi, despite some big scores batting first (195 by MI vs RR and 186 by KXIP vs RR). So, the captain who wins the toss will likely chase given the dew around.

Dream11 Prediction

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Match Prediction

The team batting first will need a strong score to provide a buffer with the dew factor. SRH, with their great form, start as favourites. But, if the Kohli-ABD duo fires, and if their bowling attack can deliver powerplay wickets, RCB have a great chance in this one. The same applies to SRH, so an interesting match awaits.

Wagner, Southee among others under injury clouds

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Wagner, Southee among others under injury clouds

Wagner, Southee among others under injury clouds | New Zealand forced to manage injury concerns before WI Series

Just before the start of New Zealand’s international summer, Tim Southee, Neil Wagner, Ajaz Patel and Colin de Grandhomme have reported injuries. The seamers might not have a long-term problem, but Patel’s recovery from the calf strain could delay his entry to the squad. Coach Gary Stead has confirmed these matters to ESPNCricinfo.

Southee is suffering from a back injury, Wagner is having hip and groin issue while de Grandhomme is facing a nagging problem in his right foot. Three of them have been ruled out of Northern Districts’ next Plunket Shield match.

“Injuries are always a concern and we’re certainly monitoring each case closely with our medical staff. Tim Southee and Henry Nicholls are both expected to be fit for round four of the Plunket Shield. Neil Wagner and Colin de Grandhomme both have niggles and we are awaiting scan results on their respective injuries to ascertain the next steps. Likewise, Ajaz Patel had a scan on his left calf after suffering a setback in his return to play rehabilitation. An update on Neil, Ajaz and Colin will be provided once their scan results have been received and assessed”, said the coach to the media group.

The team management is aiming for Southee and de Grandhomme’s return in the New Zealand’s T20I squad which will start by the end of November, whereas Wagner and Nicholls could be part of the Test team which started on December 3 in Hamilton.

Written by Anjali Jha. Follow Anjali on Twitter today.

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