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BBL09 Match 38: PS vs MS Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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BBL09 Match 38: PS vs MS Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

READ: New MS vs PS Preview Dream11, Saturday 18th January 2020

Wednesday evening in Perth is one to look forward to. Two in-form teams go head-to-head in an important game for the home team, as they look to nail down a top five spot.

However, it is as if playing the red-hot Stars isn’t difficult enough for Perth Scorchers. Their schedule has been unforgiving in terms of travel. Since their last loss four games and 10 days ago at home, they have traveled from Perth to Geelong, from Geelong back to Perth, then from Perth to Hobart. Now, two days after their last game, they are back in Perth.

As challenging as that is, they will have to find a way to be on their game vs Melbourne Stars. Led by the red-hot Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis, the Stars have enjoyed six straight victories, and are now the red-hot favourites to take out the BBL09 Title.

However, this game could be a test for the Stars and it will be interesting to see how they respond.

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

  • Marcus Stoinis is coming off the highest score in BBL history (147).
  • Stoinis is 131 runs ahead of the next highest run-scorer in BBL09 (Mitch Marsh).
  • Marsh has been strong in this tournament (347 runs). His scores in Perth this season are impressive: 56* (22), 17 (13), 48 (36), 93* (43).
  • Glenn Maxwell has not been dismissed in any of his past four innings: 40* (32), 59* (37), 83* (45), 5* (2).
  • Stoinis (49 off 40) and Maxwell (61 off 40) performed well on this ground last season.
  • Josh Inglis has been fantastic for the Scorchers this season. He is ninth in the BBL09 run-scoring list with 275, and is coming off a man-of-the-match performance in Hobart (73 off 46 balls).
  • Inglis’ last three scores: 51, 28, 73.
  • Hilton Cartwright will be looking to make the opening position his own. He has scored 35 and 59 in his past two matches.
  • Cameron Bancroft vs Stars last season: 44* (27) and 59 (42). However, it remains to be seen where he bats in the Scorchers’ order today.
  • Which Liam Livingstone will show up today? He has failed more often than not in BBL09, but has scores of 59 and 35 in his last three knocks. Also, he is capable of taking wickets with the ball.
  • Haris Rauf has taken one wicket in each of his past two games. But, he still has an incredible 15 wickets in six matches in BBL09.
  • Jhye Richardson has burst into form in recent weeks. He has taken 12 wickets in his past seven games, including nine in the last three. The Stars’ batting will be a greater challenge, but his form is strong.
  • Daniel Worrall has nine wickets in five games vs Scorchers. One to watch?
  • Fawad Ahmed has taken at least one wicket in all but two games in BBL09. Also, he has taken at least one wicket in every match in Perth so far this season. His opponent, Sandeep Lamichhane, has six wickets in his past four games.
  • Nathan Coulter-Nile returns for this match, at a ground he is familiar with.

READ: New MS vs PS Preview Dream11, Saturday 18th January 2020

BBL09 Match 38: PS vs MS Preview Dream11: Stoinis has been unstoppable.

Possible Playing 11

Perth Scorchers have made one change to their 13-man squad. Local replacement player Jaron Morgan comes in, but the Scorchers could stick with the same winning XI from the last game.

Perth Scorchers: 1. Josh Inglis (wk), 2. Liam Livingstone, 3. Sam Whiteman, 4. Mitchell Marsh (c), 5. Cameron Bancroft, 6. Tim David, 7. Cameron Green, 8. Chris Jordan, 9. Jhye Richardson, 10. Joel Paris, 11. Fawad Ahmed

Melbourne Stars have also made one change to their 13-man squad. Nathan Coulter-Nile is back after being rested in the last match, and should replace Lance Morris in the XI.

Melbourne Stars: 1. Marcus Stoinis, 2. Hilton Cartwright, 3. Ben Dunk, 4. Nick Larkin, 5. Glenn Maxwell (c), 6. Seb Gotch (wk), 7. Nathan Coulter-Nile, 8. Clint Hinchliffe, 9. Haris Rauf, 10. Daniel Worrall, 11. Sandeep Lamichhane

Optus Stadium Pitch Report and Conditions

Perth has played host to high-scoring games in BBL09: 196 vs 185, 174 vs 126, 180 vs 172 and 213 v 179. The pitch allows batsmen to hit freely through the line thanks to nice, even pace.

The weather forecast for Wednesday in Perth is hot (35 degrees) and no rain.

Dream11 Prediction

Updated teams: pick Jackson Coleman over Hinchliffe.

READ: New MS vs PS Preview Dream11, Saturday 18th January 2020

Option 1:

BBL09 Match 38: PS vs MS Preview Dream11

Option 2:

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Match Prediction

On paper, this promises to be an exciting game.

However, it remains to be seen how the Scorchers recover from such significant travel over the past week. The Stars look in terrific form, and will be very hard to beat in this one. Stars to win.

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BBL09 Match 37: ST vs MR Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

Charbel Coorey
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BBL09 Match 37: ST vs MR Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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One of these teams have punched above their weight. The other has had nothing short of an abysmal season.

Sydney Thunder, with a win, can move from sixth to third in the BBL09 table. They have competed in just about every game so far this season, testament to the leadership of Callum Ferguson and his team’s efforts.

The same can’t be said of Melbourne Renegades. The defending champions are in serious danger of finishing the season with 14 defeats out of 14 games, such has been their poor form this season. Their last few games in particular have been poor, with their 63-run loss to the Strikers the latest of their many humiliations.

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

  • Usman Khawaja and Alex Hales both hit 60+ vs Renegades earlier in BBL09.
  • Hales in particular has had a rise in form in recent times. Last three scores: 20*, 26, 55. Khawaja has scored 210 runs vs Renegades at an avg. of 52.50.
  • Callum Ferguson: Due a good score? He has two single-figure scores in his past three knocks, but remains in the top 10 for BBL09 run-scorers with an impressive average of 42.14.
  • Beau Webster has been a shining light in a horrible season for the Renegades. He has 310 runs at avg. 62, with his last four scores: 29, 59*, 25, 49.
  • Shaun Marsh has also been solid, sitting third among BBL09 run-scorers (319 runs at 35.44). He and Webster have easily been the Renegades’ best batsmen.
  • Sam Harper, if used correctly, can be a good weapon in the top three for the Renegades. He scored 39 off 19 balls vs Thunder earlier in BBL09.
  • Marcus Harris vs Thunder: 83 runs in two matches, including one fifty.
  • Daniel Sams continues to be in the wickets. He has 17 wickets in nine games: There has not been a single game where Sams hasn’t taken a wicket. Also, he has six wickets in three games vs Renegades.
  • Chris Morris got back in the wickets last game, taking two. He has 10 in six games in BBL09.
  • Samit Patel, Mohammad Nabi and Cameron Boyce could find joy on a typically slower Canberra pitch. The spin trio took a wicket each at a total economy rate of 6.75.
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Head-to-Head

  • Matches: 10, Thunder 2, Renegades 8.
  • Renegades dominate the head-to-head battle vs Thunder. But, Thunder beat them earlier this season.

Possible Playing 11

Three changes have been made to the Sydney Thunder squad. Matthew Gilkes is out, and will be replaced by Jay Lenton. Also, Nathan McAndrew and Gurinder Sandhu come into the 13-man squad.

Sydney Thunder: 1. Usman Khawaja, 2. Alex Hales, 3. Callum Ferguson (c), 4. Jay Lenton (wk), 5. Alex Ross, 6. Daniel Sams, 7. Chris Morris, 8. Nathan McAndrew, 9. Brendan Doggett, 10. Jono Cook, 11. Liam Bowe

Melbourne Renegades have made one change to their 13-man squad. Andrew Fekete comes in for Nathan McSweeney. Fekete could replace the struggling Joe Mennie.

Melbourne Renegades: 1. Shaun Marsh, 2. Marcus Harris, 3. Sam Harper (wk), 4. Beau Webster, 5. Tom Cooper, 6. Daniel Christian (c), 7. Mohammad Nabi, 8. Samit Patel, 9. Jack Wildermuth, 10. Cameron Boyce, 11. Joe Mennie/Andrew Fekete

Manuka Oval Canberra Pitch Report and Conditions

The Canberra track is typically on the slower side. Spinners and pacers who bowl good cutters usually find some success on this ground.

However, like an earlier game in Canberra this season, there is the threat of smoke haze from bushfires. It remains to be seen if it will have an impact on the game.

Dream11 Prediction

Option 1:

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Match Prediction

Renegades don’t look like winning a game. Thunder, if they maintain their discipline and focus, should win this one.

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IND vs AUS 1st ODI Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

Charbel Coorey
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IND vs AUS 1st ODI Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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Traditional rivals will go head-to-head once again in an ODI series. This is the sixth bilateral series between the sides since 2015/16, with passion and sheer rivalry between the two countries somewhat overcoming the risk of overkill.

India will be out for some revenge. Just under a year ago, they squandered a 2-0 advantage that allowed Australia to gain some confidence and momentum heading into the World Cup.

In the end, neither side progressed through to the World Cup Final. So, even with the next World Cup three-and-a-half years away, it is a chance for players to make their mark and become regulars in their respective teams.

Who will start the three-match series with a win?

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

  • Australia’s 2019 tour of India saw Aaron Finch hit some form with a 93 in the third ODI.
  • However, he will be out to improve his average of 31 from that series at a ground where he has had some joy in IPL. Finch averages 40 in four innings at the Wankhede, including a fifty.
  • Rohit Sharma (2,037 runs avg. 61.72) and Virat Kohli (1,727 avg. 53.76) love playing Australia. Rohit’s battle with Mitchell Starc will be particularly intriguing.
  • Kohli also loves the Wankhede Stadium. He has 249 runs in four matches at an average of 83.00, including a century. Also, Kohli averages 73.40 in nine IPL matches on this ground.
  • It is likely that Kohli will bat at four, with Shikhar Dhawan and KL Rahul to both play. Dhawan played a blinder against Australia in last year’s World Cup, scoring 117.
  • David Warner and Steve Smith (arguably Australia’s best player of spin) are crucial players for Australia. Both enjoy strong records vs India ODIs: Warner: 692 runs at 46.13, Smith: 678 runs at 52.15.
  • Moreover, Warner is IPL royalty. Winner of the Orange Cap three times, Warner loves playing white-ball cricket in India.
  • Peter Handscomb is also a good player of spin. He had a strong tour of India last year, scoring 236 runs at 47.20. Also, can Ashton Turner repeat some of the magic he showed last year?
  • Pat Cummins will be keen for a big year in white-ball cricket. He took 14 wickets in five games in India last year. Also, Josh Hazlewood was ranked the no.1 ODI bowler during 2017.
  • Kedar Jadhav averages 46 vs Australia in 12 ODIs.
  • Ravindra Jadeja averages 58 with the ball in 30 ODIs vs Australia. India need him to perform.
  • Kuldeep Yadav (19) and Yuzvendra Chahal (15) are wicket-takers against Australia. So, regardless of who India pick, they can be sure their wrist-spinner can provide some threat.
  • Adam Zampa took 11 wickets in five ODIs in India last year.
  • Mitchell Starc will play his first ODI in India since 2010. He has only played one ODI in the country, but with 27 wickets in last year’s World Cup, Starc has further enhanced his reputation as one of the finest ODI bowlers going around.
  • Jasprit Bumrah vs Australia: 17 wickets in 11 games at 29. Also, Bumrah will be playing at a ground he is very familiar with in IPL with Mumbai Indians.
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Possible Playing 11

India could leave out Rishabh Pant and play KL Rahul as a wicket-keeper. Also, Shardul Thakur could take the no. 8 slot to give India extra batting depth, with the impressive Navdeep Saini to battle it out with Mohammed Shami for a spot.

India: 1. Shikhar Dhawan, 2. Rohit Sharma, 3. KL Rahul (wk), 4. Virat Kohli (c), 5. Shreyas Iyer, 6. Kedar Jadhav, 7. Ravindra Jadeja, 8. Shardul Thakur, 9. Kuldeep Yadav, 10. Mohammed Shami/Navdeep Saini, 11. Jasprit Bumrah

David Warner and Steve Smith, who didn’t play in last year’s ODI series, will play here. Marnus Labuschagne could make his debut at four. He is in remarkable form, and will look to transfer this to the ODI format. Also, Ashton Agar, touted as important to Australia’s ODI plans, will likely bat at seven.

Australia: 1. David Warner, 2. Aaron Finch (c), 3. Steven Smith, 4. Marnus Labuschagne, 5. Peter Handscomb, 6. Alex Carey (wk), 7. Ashton Agar, 8. Pat Cummins, 9. Mitchell Starc, 10. Josh Hazlewood, 11. Adam Zampa

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IND vs AUS 1st ODI Dream11: Warner and Smith will be key.

Wankhede Pitch Report and Conditions

Last month, Wankhede Stadium played host to a T20I where India scored 240. You can almost always count on this pitch to be a beauty for batting.

Also, dew could set in later in the evening, so bowling first is tempting. No rain is forecast.

Dream11 Prediction

Option 1:

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IND vs AUS 1st ODI Preview Dream11

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Match Prediction

This match promises to be a beauty first up, with plenty of runs.

India, at home, deserve to be favourites, with the likes of Virat Kohli to lead them to a 1-0 lead. However, Australia certainly have the personnel to cause an issue or two.

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5 Players Who Can Win the Purple Cap in IPL 2020

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5 Players Who Can Win the Purple Cap in IPL 2020

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T20 is considered as the batsmen’s game with likes of Rohit, Virat, Maxwell, Warner and de Villiers piling heaps of runs in the IPL. So, it’s very difficult for the bowlers to withstand in the battle of the bat and the ball.

Still, there are some bowlers in the game who take wickets for fun and can intimidate any batting line up.

Here, we are going to look at five such bowlers who can win the “Purple Cap” in the upcoming IPL season.

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5. Dale Steyn

“Dale Steyn”. A name that can cause shivers down the spine of batsmen. Steyn is back in RCB for the year 2020 and will want to continue from where he left off last season.

Steyn was the third highest wicket-taker in MSL 2019 with 15 wickets in eight games after his return from injury. He then continued the good form for Melbourne Stars in the BBL, taking five wickets in four games.

Steyn is a world-class bowler. If (big if) he is able to play the whole season without getting injured, then we’ll surely see some stumps getting uprooted!

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Can Dale Steyn get through the season unscathed?

4. Pat Cummins

The big winner of the IPL 2020 Auction, Pat Cummins, is among the top names who can win the Purple Cap in IPL 2020.

He is back in the IPL with KKR, who bought him for a whopping AU$3.1million! So, expectation will be huge on Cummins.

His form has been wonderful in the longest format of the game; currently no.1 in the ICC Test rankings. Also, he, along with Mitchell Starc, was Australia’s key man with the ball in the 2019 ODI World Cup. So, it will be interesting to see if he’s able to repeat the same in the IPL.

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Can Pat Cummins justify his price-tag?

3. Kagiso Rabada

Kagiso Rabada played a vital role in turning the fortunes of Delhi Capitals in last year’s IPL, after they revamped the whole franchise.

He was the second highest wicket-taker with 25 wickets from just 12 games.

He has pace and fire in his eyes, and has helped take DC to the next level.

Rabada is the go-to man for Iyer when he needs a wicket. Only time will tell if he’s able to win the Purple Cap with his side lifting the IPL trophy for the first time in IPL 2020.

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Can Kagiso Rabada have another great season?

2. Rashid Khan

The spin wizard from Afghanistan, Rashid Khan, is a top contender for the Purple Cap. Rashid was the second highest wicket-taker in IPL 2018, and has continued to perform well in T20 Leagues around the globe.

One of those leagues is the BBL. His current form is remarkable, boasting 14 wickets in eight BBL09 games, including a hat-trick.

The Sunrisers would want their star spinner to repeat his performance of the 2018 season and drive them towards a playoffs appearance in IPL 2020.

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Rashid Khan will be one to watch once again in IPL.

1. Imran Tahir

Imran Tahir was the Purple Cap winner last season, and with the form he’s in currently, there is a good chance of him winning it again.

He was the leading wicket-taker (17) of the last year’s MSL and also the second highest wicket-taker of CPL 2019.

We have become accustomed to Tahir going on his celebratory run. He is a genuine wicket-taker for CSK, and on what promises to be a turning track at Chepauk, he will be difficult to play again. Can he help CSK go one further in IPL 2020?

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Imran Tahir is the current Purple Cap holder.

So, these were our the top five players who can win the purple cap in IPL 2020.

Do you have any to add?

Thanks for reading!

Written by Robin Rounder. Follow Robin on Twitter today.

BBL09 Match 36: BH vs AS Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

Charbel Coorey
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BBL09 Match 36: BH vs AS Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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The wait is over. He has arrived. One of the greatest batsmen across formats in recent memory is on our shores, ready to propel the Brisbane Heat towards a tilt at the BBL09 Title.

That man is AB de Villiers. Three words that can put bums on seats and send chills down the spine of any bowler. However, rain might play spoilsport, with showers and a potential thunderstorm forecast.

If there is a result, Adelaide Strikers will be no pushovers. The Strikers don’t look as strong on paper this season compared to seasons gone by, but they often found a way to win. Indeed, the return of skipper Travis Head was a big boost, with regular performers such as Jono Wells, Peter Siddle and Rashid Khan leading the way.

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

  • AB de Villiers remains a big name in world cricket, despite his retirement from international cricket. He is coming off 325 runs at 46.42 and a strike-rate of 152.58 in the 2019 Mzansi Super League.
  • In 12 ODIs in Australia, de Villiers scored 678 runs at an average of 75.33.
  • His partnership with Chris Lynn could be something to behold. Lynn, when the Heat bat first, has been unstoppable: 94 (35), 88* (55) and 31 (13).
  • However, it is a different story when batting second: 9, 6, 14, 9, 14. Also, Lynn needs to improve on his average of 18 in nine games vs Strikers.
  • Also, Mujeeb ur Rahman is back for the Heat. He took at least one wicket in eight of his past 10 T20s in the Bangladesh Premier League.
  • It was a fine start to BBL09 for Travis Head. He would want to build on his 22, but his two wickets makes him very handy. Also, Head has a good record vs Heat: 143 runs at 47.67.
  • Jono Wells has been one of the most consistent performers in BBL09. He has 292 runs in eight innings; dismissed just four times. Jake Weatherald is one run ahead with 293 runs (7th in BBL09).
  • Matt Renshaw was man-of-the-match the last time Heat played Strikers. He scored a brilliant 90* off 50 balls to seal a chase.
  • Man-of-the-match in Heat vs Strikers in Brisbane last season? Rashid Khan.
  • Rashid has 87 runs at SR 189.13 in BBL09, along with 14 wickets in eight games. Also, he has six wickets in three games vs Heat.
  • Ben Laughlin went the journey last game (60 off four overs), but has at least one wicket in each game in BBL09.
  • Peter Siddle remains one of the Strikers’ key bowlers. He is coming off three wickets vs Renegades, part of 10 wickets this season.
  • Josh Lalor vs Strikers: Six wickets in three games. However, he could miss out if the Heat choose Mitch Swepson.

Head-to-Head

  • Matches: 9, Heat 4, Strikers 5.
  • This is the first meeting between the teams in BBL09.

Key to a Brisbane Heat win

Brisbane Heat have been incredible when setting a score. In three games, they have scored 200+ twice, with the other occasion seeing them score 119 in eight overs. With such big hitting at the helm, including superstar AB de Villiers, the Heat need to transfer this to a chase, if needed.

When batting second, the Heat have won just one of five games. So, if they are asked to bowl first, it is on the bowlers too to limit the Strikers’ top order, of which so much rests on. Can Mujeeb ur Rahman hit the ground running right away in BBL09?

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Key to an Adelaide Strikers win

It was the near perfect display for the Strikers on Sunday. Granted, they were playing a terribly out-of-form Renegades side, but their strong middle and death overs effort after a slightly shaky start is cause for optimism. Can the out-of-form Phil Salt add an even greater dimension?

But, so much could depend on how well their bowlers can restrict the Heat’s big hitters. With the likes of Peter Siddle and Rashid Khan now in double figures for wickets in BBL09, it is on these two experienced players to lead the way in picking up regular wickets. The likes of Travis Head, Michael Neser and Harry Conway need to provide quality support.

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Gabba Pitch Report and Conditions

The conditions could ruin this match. Quite a bit of rain is forecast for Brisbane, particularly in the afternoon and evening.

In terms of the pitch, the Gabba track was uncharacteristically slow for last week’s Heat vs Hurricanes game. Usually, the track allows for more free-flowing strokeplay.

Possible Playing 11

AB de Villiers and Mujeeb ur Rahman have arrived for the Heat. They will slot in for the departing Tom Banton and Zahir Khan respectively. Also, Cutting could open after a strong finish in that position last season.

Brisbane Heat: 1. Max Bryant, 2. Ben Cutting, 3. Chris Lynn (c), 4. AB de Villiers, 5. Matt Renshaw, 6. Joe Burns, 7. Jimmy Peirson (wk), 8. Josh Lalor/Mitch Swepson, 9. James Pattinson, 10. Ben Laughlin, 11. Mujeeb ur Rahman

Adelaide Strikers smashed Melbourne Renegades on Sunday. They have stuck with the same squad of 13, and will likely stick with the same XI.

Adelaide Strikers: 1. Jake Weatherald, 2. Phil Salt, 3. Travis Head (c), 4. Jono Wells, 5. Harry Nielsen (wk), 6. Matt Short, 7. Rashid Khan, 8. Michael Neser, 9. Peter Siddle, 10. Wes Agar, 11. Harry Conway

Dream11 Prediction

Option 1 (if Heat bat first):

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BBL09 Match 36: BH vs AS Preview Dream11

Option 2 (if Strikers bat first):

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Match Prediction

It is very likely that this will be a shortened game. So, it could come down to power-hitting if there is a result, which the Heat showed in Sydney last week.

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BBL09 Match 35: HH vs PS Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

Charbel Coorey
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BBL09 Match 35: HH vs PS Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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Two sides each with their own headaches.

Now, you might ask why Perth Scorchers might have a headache. After all, they have won two straight games; coming off a Mitch Marsh-inspired win over Brisbane Heat.

However, the Scorchers, without consecutive games home or away, have done a significant amount of travelling in a short amount of time. It is estimated they will spend 60 hours in the air across this campaign, so it remains to be seen how they recover so soon from a match + flights to Hobart.

Hobart Hurricanes, on the other hand, have performance-based headaches. They have lost two straight games, and are really feeling the loss of D’Arcy Short, James Faulkner and Riley Meredith. Only the winless Renegades sit below them on the table, but they sit just two points outside the top five.

An important game.

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

  • D’Arcy Short was the star in the previous meeting between the teams. However, he is unavailable for this clash. So, Matthew Wade will be required to lead the way.
  • Wade has 134 runs in four matches vs Scorchers. Also, he has made a solid start to his BBL09 campaign: 61 and 16.
  • Ben McDermott has 124 runs vs Scorchers at 31.00. However, is he batting too low to make too much of an impact?
  • George Bailey, coming off 43 vs Sydney Thunder, is the leading run-scorer in Hurricanes-Scorchers matches (212 runs, avg. 31.00).
  • Eyes will be on Mitch Marsh after his superb 93* off 41 balls last game vs Heat. Also, Marsh is fifth in the BBL09 runs chart (307) and scored 48 (36) vs Hurricanes earlier this season.
  • Josh Inglis and Liam Livingstone made a rapid start last game vs Heat (39 off 3.3 overs). They have often looked dangerous as a combination in BBL09.
  • Cameron Bancroft’s last four scores in BBL09: 50, 0, 24*, 41*. However, he needs to improve on his average of 16 in seven innings vs Hurricanes.
  • Scott Boland will be tasked with leading an inexperienced Hurricanes attack again. His figures this season: 2/29, 3/16, 1/33.
  • Jhye Richardson has hit some form. He has nine wickets in his past six matches, including five in his past two.
  • Chris Jordan bounced back with two wickets last game (albeit expensive) to sit at 10 wickets in eight games in BBL09.
  • Fawad Ahmed has taken at least one wicket in all but two games in BBL09. His counterpart, Qais Ahmad, has taken four wickets in his last four games (one per match). Can he have a bigger impact?

Head to Head

  • Matches 12, Hurricanes 6, Scorchers 6.
  • Hurricanes won the first two meetings. Then Scorchers won six straight. Now, Hurricanes have won the past four straight.
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Possible Playing 11

Hobart Hurricanes have named an unchanged 13-man squad for this clash.

Hobart Hurricanes: 1. Matthew Wade (c), 2. Caleb Jewell, 3. Simon Milenko, 4. George Bailey, 5. Ben McDermott (wk), 6. David Miller, 7. Clive Rose, 8. Tom Rogers, 9. Nathan Ellis, 10. Qais Ahmad, 11. Scott Boland

Perth Scorchers have also named an unchanged 13-man squad for this clash. They have every reason to stick with the same XI.

Perth Scorchers: 1. Josh Inglis (wk), 2. Liam Livingstone, 3. Sam Whiteman, 4. Cameron Bancroft, 5. Mitchell Marsh (c), 6. Cameron Green, 7. Tim David, 8. Chris Jordan, 9. Jhye Richardson, 10. Joel Paris, 11. Fawad Ahmed

Blundstone Arena Pitch Report and Conditions

Brisbane Heat smashed 200+ in the last game at this ground. The pitch is typically a good one for the batsmen, with usually a short boundary on one side.

However, both sides are filled with batsmen who make starts then get out. So, the onus is on the batsmen to take advantage of starts.

A sunny and warm 29 degrees is forecast for Hobart on Monday. No rain is expected.

Dream11 Prediction

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Match Prediction

Can the Scorchers overcome the long distances they need to travel? If yes, then they can be backed to beat Hobart Hurricanes, who are often struggling to find the boundary.

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BBL09 Match 34: MS vs SS Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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The Sunday Menu looks good in Melbourne.

Haris Rauf with a sprinkling of Tom Curran. Moises Henriques is back, mixed in with a top order that includes the exciting Josh Philippe. You’ll also be treated to the top two run-scorers in BBL09: Marcus Stoinis and Glenn Maxwell, with the latter reminding Australian selectors just what they could be missing out in India.

The stage is set for a top-of-the-table clash not to be missed.

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

  • Marcus Stoinis (331) and Glenn Maxwell (311) are the top two run-scorers in BBL09. Maxwell in particular has been terrific in the past three games, scoring 40* (32), 59* (37) and 83* (45).
  • Maxwell also has a fine record vs Sixers: 394 runs at an avg. of 49.25 and SR 166.95. Plus, he scored 82 (43) in the corresponding match last season.
  • Sydney Sixers scored 130/9 and 74 all-out vs Melbourne Stars last season. So, plenty rests on the Sixers’ top order to perform.
  • Moises Henriques averages just 13 with the bat in 10 games vs Stars. Can he deliver today?
  • Daniel Hughes’ last five scores: 35, 37, 40, 24 and 17. Can he build on a start today? Also, Josh Philippe will be key, currently sitting ninth in the BBL09 top runs list with 264.
  • Will Jordan Silk be a factor in today’s game? He averages nearly 40 in five innings vs Melbourne Stars.
  • We can look forward to watching Haris Rauf once again. The Pakistani revelation has an incredible 14 wickets in five games in BBL09.
  • Can Tom Curran have more of an impact? The Sixers’ all-rounder is coming off 4/22 vs Strikers, after 1/58 and 0/40 in his previous two games. His potential impact can never be discounted.
  • Ben Dwarshuis vs Stars: 10 wickets in six matches.
  • Sandeep Lamichhane has five wickets in his past three matches.
  • Lloyd Pope’s last five matches: 1/15, 3/23, 2/22, 2/41, 2/33.
  • Nathan Coulter-Nile is rested. Jackson Coleman, who has four wickets in two innings vs Sixers, comes in.
  • Jackson Bird in BBL09: Seven wickets in five matches. He returns to a ground (MCG) where he has played plenty of cricket.

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Head-to-Head

  • Matches: 10, Stars 6, Sixers 4.
  • Melbourne Stars won both meetings last season.

Possible Playing 11

Nathan Coulter-Nile is rested for this match. Also, Lance Morris had a poor outing last game vs Renegades, and could be replaced.

Melbourne Stars: 1. Marcus Stoinis, 2. Hilton Cartwright, 3. Ben Dunk, 4. Nick Larkin, 5. Glenn Maxwell (c), 6. Seb Gotch (wk), 7. Clint Hinchliffe, 8. Jackson Coleman, 9. Sandeep Lamichhane, 10. Haris Rauf, 11. Daniel Worrell

Sydney Sixers have also named their 13-man squad. Moises Henriques is back and Josh Hazlewood is out on ODI duty in India.

Sydney Sixers: 1. Josh Philippe (wk), 2. Daniel Hughes, 3. James Vince, 4. Moises Henriques (c), 5. Jordan Silk, 6. Jack Edwards/Justin Avendano, 7. Tom Curran, 8. Ben Dwarshuis, 9. Steve O’Keefe/Ben Manenti, 10. Jackson Bird, 11. Lloyd Pope

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Pitch and Conditions

The MCG pitch has had something in it for everyone so far in BBL09. Change of pace is rewarded, and so too is consistent, accurate spin bowling.

The weather forecast in Melbourne is for a fine and cool evening. It is said that if the temperature falls below 13 degrees in the evening, dew can set in.

Dream11 Prediction

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Match Prediction

Melbourne Stars weren’t at their best in the last match, with Glenn Maxwell playing a blinder to get them home.

This one has all the makings for a tight match. However, the Stars at home might prevail on the back of Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell and Haris Rauf.

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BBL09 Match 33: AS vs MR Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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The best solution for a heartbreak might be to play the team that has almost lost all hope.

Adelaide Strikers, after finishing on the wrong end of Josh Hazlewood’s three straight fours, are looking for the perfect bounce back in the second-straight afternoon game in Adelaide. They did everything they could last game; including a Rashid Khan hat-trick, but fell just short.

They have a good chance to bounce back with victory over the winless Melbourne Renegades. With the BBL now rewarding a fifth team with a playoffs appearance, six wins out of 14 may be enough to get you there. However, it is a massive challenge to see where the Renegades will pick up one win; let alone six out of their last six games.

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

  • Travis Head is available for this match. The Strikers’ skipper is the leading run-scorer in Strikers-Renegades matches with 221 at an average of 55.25.
  • Head also has four wickets in four matches vs Renegades.
  • Another big inclusion is Mohammad Nabi for the Renegades. Nabi hit 48 off 30 balls and took 1/21 on this ground last season.
  • Phil Salt hasn’t had the best of times in BBL09. However, his most significant innings (54 off 26 balls) came against the Renegades.
  • Rashid Khan is having a fine tournament. He is coming off a hat-trick vs Sydney Sixers, which took him to 12 wickets in seven BBL09 games.
  • Also, Rashid was man-of-the-match vs Renegades earlier this season, scoring 25 off 16 balls then taking 2/15. He will be a handful against a side prone to collapse in the middle and late overs.
  • Jake Weatherald and Jono Wells have been excellent in BBL09. Weatherald has 266 runs in seven games. Wells has 234 runs in seven games, dismissed only thrice (avg. 78.00).
  • Marcus Harris played his most significant innings of BBL09 last game (42 off 32 balls). Also, he averages 40 vs Renegades in four innings.
  • Shaun Marsh (298 runs) is in the running for the BBL09 golden cap. Also, Beau Webster has been a shining light for the Renegades in a tough season (261 runs at 65.25).
  • With no Alex Carey available, Harry Nielsen will take the gloves. He has batted in the top order in T20, with a terrific recent effort for Prime Minister’s XI vs Sri Lanka (79 off 50).
  • Michael Neser is coming off two wickets vs Sixers. Also, he has eight wickets vs Renegades.
  • Cameron Boyce has five wickets in three innings vs Strikers.
  • Peter Siddle: one of the Strikers’ key bowlers in BBL09 (seven wickets in six).
  • Dan Christian won man-of-the-match in Adelaide last season. However, Christian has not looked the same player in BBL09.
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Head-to-Head

  • Matches 11, Strikers 7, Renegades 4.
  • Adelaide Strikers won the earlier meeting vs Renegades in BBL09. Phil Salt and Rashid Khan were the star players.

Possible Playing 11

There have been changes to the Adelaide Strikers’ 13-man squad. Harry Nielsen will replace ODI player Alex Carey. Also, skipper Travis Head is back, and will likely replace the out-of-form Matt Short.

Adelaide Strikers: 1. Phil Salt, 2. Jake Weatherald, 3. Travis Head (c), 4. Harry Nielsen (wk), 5. Jono Wells, 6. Rashid Khan, 7. Michael Neser, 8. Cameron Valente, 9. Peter Siddle, 10. Harry Conway, 11. Billy Stanlake

Melbourne Renegades welcome Mohammad Nabi for his first match of BBL09. He will replace the departing Richard Gleeson. Also, Jack Wildermuth is a chance of replacing the out-of-form Will Sutherland.

Melbourne Renegades: 1. Shaun Marsh, 2. Marcus Harris, 3. Sam Harper (wk), 4. Beau Webster, 5. Tom Cooper, 6. Dan Christian, 7. Mohammad Nabi, 8. Samit Patel, 9. Jack Wildermuth, 10. Cameron Boyce, 11. Joe Mennie

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Pitch and Conditions

Hot and sunny conditions are forecast for Sunday afternoon in Adelaide.

The Adelaide track was very much on the slow side for the Strikers vs Sixers match during the week. It usually is a nice track for batting, so it remains to been seen how it plays today. Spinners and cutters the way to go?

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Match Prediction

Melbourne Renegades look devoid of confidence. For that reason, it is too difficult to go past Adelaide Strikers for a win at home today.

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BBL09 Match 32: PS vs BH Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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So, much has been made of how Perth Scorchers aren’t as dominant as they used to be. However, they have the chance today to get into the top five with a solid performance at home, backing up from a fine display in Geelong a few nights ago.

They come up against a Brisbane Heat side that has won its past three games. However, the shakiness of the Heat when chasing was on show last game against an injury-affected Hurricanes attack, with Ben Cutting and James Peirson leading them home from a precarious position.

Interestingly, the Scorchers smashed the Heat earlier this season after batting first. Will the same trend continue?

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

  • Chris Lynn has a fantastic record vs Scorchers: 470 runs, avg. 58.75, SR: 140.72.
  • However, the difference of Lynn when batting first vs second in BBL09 has been huge. When batting first: 94 (35), 88* (55), 31 (13). When batting second: 9, 6, 14, 9.
  • This is Tom Banton’s final game in BBL09. He has it in him to go big, as he’s shown in his T20 career to date. He has hit a boundary every 3.8 balls in BBL09.
  • Cameron Bancroft scored a 50 in his last meeting vs Heat. Also, Mitchell Marsh is second behind Lynn in the most runs in Scorchers-Heat matches (212 runs at 42.40).
  • Liam Livingstone is coming off a man-of-the-match performance against Renegades. His battle vs James Pattinson, who is set to play this match, will be one to keep an eye out for.
  • Josh Inglis has shown some promise in BBL09 with two fifties in seven innings. Interestingly, both have come when chasing.
  • Ben Cutting is coming off a fine all-round performance vs Hurricanes (1/12, 1 catch and 43*). He has 132 runs and 10 wickets in 11 games vs Scorchers.
  • Fawad Ahmed was man-of-the-match vs Heat earlier this season, taking 3/16. Also, Fawad has taken at least one wicket in each game in Perth this season (four wickets in three matches).
  • Jhye Richardson has hit some form with seven wickets in his last five games. If Perth bowl second, Richardson could be mighty effective against a Heat side that has struggled when chasing.
  • Ben Laughlin has taken nine wickets in seven games in BBL09. He has taken at least one wicket in every game, and fields in the key positions.
  • Chris Jordan has been under-par in his past two games, going wicketless in both. But, his wicket-taking threat remains: he took seven in his first four matches in BBL09.
  • Zahir Khan vs Scorchers this season: 2/18.
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Head-to-Head

  • Matches 12, Scorchers 6, Heat 6.
  • Last meeting: Scorchers bowled Heat out for 109 after scoring 149/6 in Carrara, Gold Coast.

Possible Playing 11

Ashton Agar is on ODI duty in India. Liam Guthrie has replaced him in the 13-man squad.

Perth Scorchers: 1. Josh Inglis (wk), 2. Liam Livingstone, 3. Cameron Bancroft, 4. Mitchell Marsh, 5. Tim David, 6. Cameron Green, 7. Chris Jordan, 8. Jhye Richardson, 9. Liam Guthrie/Joel Paris, 10. Matt Kelly, 11. Fawad Ahmed

Australian Test bowler James Pattinson comes into the 13-man squad for Brisbane Heat. He is set to play. This means Josh Lalor could miss out if the Heat decide to play two spinners.

Brisbane Heat: 1. Tom Banton, 2. Max Bryant, 3. Chris Lynn (c), 4. Matt Renshaw, 5. Joe Burns, 6. Ben Cutting, 7. Jimmy Peirson (wk), 8. James Pattinson, 9. Mitch Swepson, 10. Ben Laughlin, 11. Zahir Khan

Pitch and Conditions

There have been some high-scoring games in Perth this season: 196 vs 185, 174 vs 126 and 180 vs 172. The pacier surface allows batsmen to play freely.

Also, the weather is forecast to be hot in Perth: mid-30s and sunny.

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Match Prediction

The team batting first has won all three games in Perth so far in BBL09. Brisbane Heat struggle when chasing. Perth Scorchers have lost both games at home when chasing.

So, it could come down to who bats first in this clash.

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BBL09 Match 31: ST vs HH Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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One of the rare occasions at this stage of the season: two teams who are yet to play each other in BBL09.

Sydney Thunder and Hobart Hurricanes, two sides experiencing a bit of a slide, need to get back on track. The Thunder, at home, sit precariously in fifth. The Hurricanes, after a valiant effort in Brisbane with key players out, sit second-from-bottom.

So, who will win this important clash?

Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

  • Matthew Wade made a terrific start to his BBL09 campaign, scoring 61 (46) vs Heat.
  • Also, Wade was terrific vs Thunder last season: 85 (49) and 45 (29).
  • Callum Ferguson is right up there among the top BBL09 run-scorers. At time of writing, he was second with 288 runs at avg. of 48.00.
  • Usman Khawaja and Alex Hales make up the vital Thunder top three. However, Khawaja and Hales have not reached any great heights over the past few matches. Time is now vs a depleted Hurricanes attack.
  • George Bailey has had a poor tournament to date. However, he is one to watch for this one: 243 runs vs Thunder at 121.50.
  • Ben McDermott needs to bat higher for the Hurricanes. He has 150 runs vs Thunder at an average of 50.
  • Matthew Gilkes is coming off a 50+ score vs Stars.
  • Daniel Sams continues to take wickets in every BBL09 game. He is top of the chart with 15 wickets to his name.
  • Chris Morris is wicketless in his past two games. However, he can’t be discounted as a key player: He took eight wickets in his first four games.
  • How good was Scott Boland two nights ago against the Heat? He turned the game with his magnificent spell of 3/16.
  • Boland’s last two games vs Thunder (during his time with Melbourne Stars): 1/29 and 2/28.
  • Qais Ahmad will be a key man on the traditionally slow Sydney Showground pitch. He took 2/22 vs Thunder last season on a similar pitch in Canberra.
  • Can Nathan Ellis break the game open for Hurricanes? His mix of slower and quicker balls was impressive vs Heat. He could enjoy the potentially-slowish pitch for this game.

Head-to-Head

  • Matches 10, Thunder 3, Hurricanes 7.
  • Thunder have won three of the past five meetings.

Key to a Sydney Thunder win

30s and 40s were on the menu for Alex Hales, Usman Khawaja and Callum Ferguson in Melbourne a couple of nights ago. Against a Hurricanes attack missing key personnel, it is on the top three to provide a strong start that can catapult the Thunder to a strong score, given the lack of power the Thunder have compared to other teams.

Also, Daniel Sams has been terrific with the ball in BBL09. He will be out to lead the way again, with Chris Morris and the spinners to also chip in with effective overs. Can they get the better of Wade early and put further pressure on the Hurricanes?

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Key to a Hobart Hurricanes win

The Hurricanes can’t rely only on Matt Wade. He scored 66 out of the Hurricanes’ 126 two nights ago in Brisbane, which is something to avoid in Sydney. Of course, Wade will be key again, but onus is on the likes of the experienced Ben McDermott, David Miller and George Bailey to also contribute.

Also, it was a fantastic effort by the depleted Hurricanes attack in Brisbane. Missing James Faulkner and star-man Riley Meredith, it was easy to assume that the Heat batsmen would fire. However, the Hurricanes never gave in, and more of the same is needed on Saturday evening.

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Possible Playing 11

Sydney Thunder have named their 13-man squad. There are two changes to the squad, but they could stick with the same XI that lost to the Stars a few nights ago.

Sydney Thunder: 1. Usman Khawaja, 2. Alex Hales, 3. Callum Ferguson, 4. Matthew Gilkes (wk), 5. Alex Ross, 6. Daniel Sams, 7. Chris Morris, 8. Nathan McAndrew, 9. Arjun Nair, 10. Jono Cook, 11. Chris Tremain

Hobart Hurricanes have also made two squad changes. David Moody and Mac Wright are out, with Jake Doran and local replacement player Jake Reed named.

Hobart Hurricanes: 1. Matthew Wade (c), 2. Caleb Jewell, 3. Ben McDermott (wk), 4. George Bailey, 5. David Miller, 6. Simon Milenko, 7. Tom Rogers, 8. Clive Rose, 9. Nathan Ellis, 10. Qais Ahmad, 11. Scott Boland

Pitch and Conditions

There is some rain forecast on Saturday morning in Sydney. However, by the weather should be clear by the evening.

The track for Thunder’s eight-over game vs Heat on Monday was good for batting. The rain and greasy outfield may caused the pitch to quicken up a little. It will be interesting to see how a traditionally-slow track plays in this one.

Dream11 Prediction

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Match Prediction

Tough game to predict. The Hurricanes showed plenty of fight against Heat two nights ago. However, it could be a tough outing again without their key players, which makes the Thunder favourites at home.

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