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AFG vs WI 2nd ODI Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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AFG vs WI 2nd ODI Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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Well, the first ODI was a bit of a blast from the past, wasn’t it?

The run rate, hovering around four, was a bit of a reminder of how ODIs often were. However, another important reminder is that Afghanistan have lost 10 ODIs in a row, dating back to the World Cup. Going back a little further, they have won just three of their past 16. For a talented side, the response is needed now with this series on the line.

Indeed, from the moment Ikram Alikhil displayed his inexperience, West Indies were in total control. Keeping things tight with both bat and ball, the Windies handled the tricky challenge very well. They kept both Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi wicketless, and a series win awaits if they can deliver similar results in the second ODI.

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Key to an Afghanistan win

Rahmat Shah and Ikram Alikhil wowed us with some brilliant strokeplay. However, their dismissals, along with the loose dismissals of other Afghanistan batsmen, highlights the need for balance in their batting approach. They have reached 250 only once in their past 10 games, so can the top order set a good platform, this time with the middle order avoiding a collapse?

Also, can Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi get in the wickets? With no wickets and a poor dismissal, Nabi had a game to forget, contributing to Afghanistan’s defeat. If bowling first, Afghanistan will be after dot ball pressure. If bowling second, Afghanistan need a better total to defend, of which dot ball pressure can become very effective.

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Key to a West Indies win

With Shai Hope focused on accumulating, Evin Lewis, Shimron Hetmyer and Roston Chase have important roles to play. It was Chase who gave the innings impetus after the loss of two early wickets, and if he can do so again, along with the strokemakers having their impact, the Windies might have too many runs for Afghanistan.

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Also, it was a fine bowling and fielding performance by West Indies. Justifying captain Pollard’s decision to bowl first, the bowlers kept the pressure on, backed up by taking their chances in the field. The challenge will be to repeat the effort against an Afghanistan side looking to arrest the slide.

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Possible Playing 11

Afghanistan have a decision to make regarding their opening combination.

Afghanistan: 1. Hazratullah Zazai, 2. Javed Ahmadi/Ibrahim Zadran, 3. Rahmat Shah, 4. Ikram Alikhil (wk), 5. Najibullah Zadran, 6. Asghar Afghan, 7. Mohammad Nabi, 8. Gulbadin Naib, 9. Rashid Khan (c), 10. Naveen-ul-Haq, 11. Mujeeb Ur Rahman

Alzarri Joseph was expensive last game. So, if the Windies do make a change, it could be for him.

West Indies: 1. Evin Lewis, 2. Shai Hope (wk), 3. Shimron Hetmyer, 4. Nicholas Pooran, 5. Roston Chase, 6. Kieron Pollard (c), 7. Jason Holder, 8. Romario Shepherd, 9. Sheldon Cottrell, 10. Alzarri Joseph/Kharry Pierre, 11. Hayden Walsh Jr

Pitch and Conditions

Another warm, hazy day is forecast for Lucknow. The pitch was on the slow side in the first ODI, and similar can be expected for the second match.

Stats and Facts

  • Afghanistan have lost their last 10 ODIs, scoring at least 250 on only one occasion.
  • Head-to-head record between the teams: three wins each, with one no-result.
  • Rashid Khan has taken only three wickets at an average of 130 and an economy of 5.90 in his last seven ODIs.
  • Interesting stat: Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi have more ODI wickets between them than the entire West Indies squad combined.

Dream11 Prediction

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Option 1:

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Match Prediction

Afghanistan have proven to be a difficult opponent in subcontinent conditions. However, their poor run of results makes this a difficult game to pick.

Given that the Windies edge Afghanistan out on the batting front, the Windies could take this one out in a close match.

Thanks for reading!

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AUS vs PAK 3rd T20I Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

Charbel Coorey
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It wasn’t David Warner. Nor was it Aaron Finch.

Australia’s two dangerous openers, along with the rest of us, watched a Steve Smith masterclass en route to a deserved 1-0 lead for the Aussies. After the bowlers were largely in control against a Pakistan side still relying a bit too much on Babar Azam, Smith sent a reminder of how capable he is in white-ball cricket.

As the series concludes in Perth (unfortunately, the match will begin during work hours), will it be Australia who extend their winning form or Pakistan breaking their losing run?

Also read: Rant: Poor crowds, crap ratings. Is Cricket Australia happy sitting on its $1.2 billion bed?

Key to an Australia win

Such has been Australia’s dominance that this series feels won. The Sydney rain didn’t allow that, but this is an opportunity for Australia to exert their dominance with a series victory on the line.

Australia’s bowlers will have the spotlight on them. The bouncy pitch of Perth’s Optus Stadium provides an advantage to the Aussies, given Pakistan have enjoyed plenty of T20I success on lower, slower surfaces. Even with Pat Cummins rested, Mitchell Starc and co will be difficult to deal with.

Also, can David Warner finish the T20Is with a bang? His dismissal in Canberra was his first in 239 runs and five innings this season, and he will be keen to make a big impact in the Pakistan series. So too Aaron Finch, who has threatened only to be stopped by rain in Sydney and a poor shot in Canberra. With Steve Smith in fine touch, too, a strong start reduces the pressure on Australia’s largely untested middle order.

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Key to a Pakistan win

For the large majority of their innings in Canberra, it was Australia vs Babar Azam. Also the case in Sydney, Babar carried a batting lineup struggling for fluency and impact. This was until Iftikhar Ahmed played a blinder to get Pakistan to 150 in Canberra, but the tourists need more as a unit.

Babar Azam and Iftikhar Ahmed scored a combined 112 off 72 balls in Canberra. The rest? 37 off 48 balls. The form of Fakhar Zaman is a huge worry, and such a disparity will lead to another loss for Pakistan.

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Also, can Pakistan target Australia’s untested middle order? Both Ben McDermott and Ashton Turner struck at under 100 in the last game, meaning the Pakistanis have an opportunity to target them early. However, it is easier said than done, with the tough task of removing at least two of Australia’s in-form top three early. Will it be Mohammad Amir’s day? Can Mohammad Irfan use his height to his advantage on a bouncy pitch?

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Possible Playing 11

Pat Cummins has been rested for Australia. Sean Abbott or Billy Stanlake (or both if Australia leave Kane Richardson out) will come in.

Australia: 1. David Warner, 2. Aaron Finch (c), 3. Steve Smith, 4. Ben McDermott, 5. Ashton Turner, 6. Alex Carey (wk), 7. Ashton Agar, 8. Sean Abbott, 9. Mitchell Starc, 10. Adam Zampa, 11. Kane Richardson

Do Pakistan drop Fakhar Zaman? Imam-ul-Haq is waiting in the wings if they choose to do so.

Pakistan: 1. Babar Azam (c), 2. Fakhar Zaman/Imam-ul-Haq, 3. Haris Sohail, 4. Iftikhar Ahmed, 5. Mohammad Rizwan (wk), 6. Asif Ali, 7. Imad Wasim, 8. Wahab Riaz 9. Shadab Khan, 10. Mohammad Amir, 11. Mohammad Irfan/Mohammad Musa

Pitch and Conditions

A hot day is forecast for Perth. Players and spectators will feel it as the match will begin at 4:30pm local time. In regards to the pitch, it is expected to be pacy and bouncy, which will require some adjusting to for both teams.

Also read: Rant: Poor crowds, crap ratings. Is Cricket Australia happy sitting on its $1.2 billion bed?

Stats and Facts

  • Australia have won their last six completed T20Is. Pakistan, on the other hand, have lost their past five.
  • Babar Azam in T20Is vs Australia: 5 matches, 272 runs, average: 90.66, SR: 126.51.
  • David Warner, Aaron Finch and Steve Smith have scored a combined 540 runs in the T20Is vs Sri Lanka and Pakistan.

Dream11 Prediction

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Option 1:

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Match Prediction

Anything can happen in T20 cricket. Pakistan will need this to come true given their form is opposite to Australia’s over the past month.

Australia, at home, should be too good once again.

Thanks for reading!

Also read: Rant: Poor crowds, crap ratings. Is Cricket Australia happy sitting on its $1.2 billion bed?

Rant: Poor Crowds, Crap Ratings. Is Cricket Australia Happy?

Charbel Coorey
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Rant: Poor Crowds, Crap Ratings. Is Cricket Australia Happy?

Rant: Poor Crowds, Crap Ratings. Is Cricket Australia Happy? A look into how Cricket Australia sold its soul for the dollars.

Australia’s home season is about to begin. Excitement captures the nation. The cricket season is back. Channel Nine, broadcaster of the cricket for four decades, is the channel on home TVs and workplaces. If you weren’t able to catch the action on TV, you had the radio.

The most important thing is that everyone knew the cricket was here…

… Well, that’s what used to be.

The start of Australia’s 2019/20 home season has to be the most pathetic, underwhelming and low-key start in memory. To trump last season’s low-key start against South Africa is some achievement, but to do it by such a distance is damning.

“Hey, did anyone know the cricket was on?”

Family and friends were stumped. Pun intended. So too Australian fans on social media.

Was there a game on? Who is playing? Who made the Aussie team? T20Is in October? Since when?

The $1.2 billion deal Cricket Australia landed in the winter of 2018 blinded their judgement. The cash got in the way. Who cares about fan engagement, right? The long term impact of engaged fans? The tradition of starting a home season with Test cricket?

Fine, T20 is very popular. At least make the games easily accessible to families? No, says CA. It’s the instant gratification that means most.

What does Cricket Australia have to say about this?

From the anticipated start to an Australian summer to this. It is unacceptable that fans in the country, who follow the sport closely, have no idea that Australia is playing.

Cricket Australia has its KPIs, of which the financial requirements dominate. However, they are failing badly in a very important KPI = fan awareness and engagement.

The numbers prove it

Why did so many fans come dressed as empty seats in Adelaide? And Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney?

Less than 12,000 fans attended the second Australia vs Sri Lanka T20I in Brisbane on October 30. Three days earlier, the first match of the international summer drew 16,268 people at the 53,500 capacity Adelaide Oval. Those who knew the matches were on perhaps couldn’t attend due to peculiar scheduling, ticket prices and other commitments.

But, the lack of promotion is incredible. So many fans didn’t even know the games were on. It shows in the TV ratings. Less than 200k tuned in for the first session of the third Australia vs Sri Lanka T20I.

This is the start of a new season, for goodness sake. Doesn’t it mean anything anymore? It is almost as if Cricket Australia is sitting on its $1.2 billion bed, without a care in the world.

“Quick, look for a spare seat…”

Fan engagement = the real billion dollar deal

Unfortunately, Cricket Australia does not seem understand that fan engagement is critical to the future of the sport in this country.

Every single international match in Australia should be accessible to the public. Instead, Cricket Australia has sold its soul for the dollar, with poor marketing, engagement strategies (if any) and scheduling that the Australian public simply isn’t buying right now.

Determining how engaged the fans will be should be taken into consideration when discussing these big TV right deals. Unfortunately, it wasn’t the case. It is all well and good counting the big bucks, but is it worth what we are seeing now? How will Cricket Australia, down the track, encourage parents to get their kids to take up cricket?

This applies to myself, and many others, as I fell in love with the game at a young age and started playing after watching countless hours of action on Channel Nine.

The start of the international summer was like a showpiece event. It was always associated with an “accessible to all” mindset, also known as “A fair go” as we Aussies like to term it. Cricket, Australia’s national sport, continued to thrive because of it. There was nothing better than family and friends gathering around the TV, enjoying each other’s company over food and drinks, taking in the action. Channel Nine was the only channel on TV when the cricket was on, and don’t anyone ever dare change it.

Now, if you don’t have Foxtel, you’d probably miss out on the action. If you even knew it was on. If you love the game so much that you need to watch it, you’ll flick it on your smartphone. Where is the message of inclusion in that? What are CA doing to try position the new summer as a big event in this country? The below tweet, from last year’s opening ODI against South Africa, shows how CA has lost touch with its audience.

Compare the poor crowds and ratings in the October T20Is to Free-to-Air ODIs from a few years ago. With the rise of the BBL, attendance to ODI matches have taken a hit, given that fans perceive the BBL as a more family-friendly option.

However, the TV ratings were still strong. In 2015, before the World Cup, an ODI between Australia and South Africa attracted just 14,177 to the MCG. However, nearly one million viewers tuned in to watch. In early 2017, an ODI vs Pakistan saw 1.2 million viewers tune in.

While the crowds may have been down, the viewers weren’t. Importantly, the cricket was in front of many eyes, which is always important to the future of the product.

Sadly, what Cricket Australia have done is employed a short-term focus, interested only in gratifying their desire for the big dollars, at the expense of fan accessibility and engagement.

What the Sri Lanka and Pakistan T20Is have told us is that something is broken, and it needs to be fixed. However, with five years (including this year) remaining on the current broadcast deal, change might not be so imminent.

One can only hope Cricket Australia is taking down notes and undertaking a review into why season 2019/20 has suffered such a poor, low-key start.

Rant over.

Written by Charbel Coorey, CricBlog

NZ vs ENG 4th T20I Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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NZ vs ENG 4th T20I Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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As both sides have test their bench strength, the series moves to beautiful Napier.

Given that both sides are trying new players a year out from the World T20, the series result itself might not be the be-all-and-end-all. However, England have taken plenty of pride in their limited-overs record over the past few years. Can they get the better of New Zealand this time, after letting the game slip in Nelson?

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Key to a New Zealand win

Martin Guptill has threatened but hasn’t quite carried on. Colin Munro has barely made an impact. Munro divides opinion due to the potential he provides at the top of the order, but he must start delivering to become a reliable option. Despite the 2-1 lead, New Zealand have often found themselves two or three down early. Something to avoid in this clash.

A strong platform at the top paves the way for Colin de Grandhomme to cause even more damage. His 35-ball 55 swung the game in his team’s favour in Nelson, and if he comes in with a platform set, he and the likes of Ross Taylor and James Neesham will be tough to handle.

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Also, New Zealand’s fight with the ball in their two wins has been cause for optimism. On a good pitch in Nelson, their total of 180 was somewhat middling. However, their bowlers, even with the spinners expensive, rallied to snatch victory. Can Tim Southee and Blair Tickner (this time with Trent Boult back) repeat their great efforts?

Key to an England win

Like Martin Guptill, Eoin Morgan has looked threatening without going on to make a substantial score. With Tom Banton a great prospect, along with the runs Dawid Malan is producing, a strong score from Morgan puts England in a very strong position.

In a must-win game, the onus is on the experience of Morgan to shepherd a middle-late order that crumbled in Nelson.

Also, England, without Chris Jordan, produced a pretty solid bowling display last time out. Jordan could be back for this clash, giving England crucial experience in both powerplay and death overs. Given the spinners could struggle on the flat McLean Park track, the seamers, like NZ did in Nelson, have a huge role to play.

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Possible Playing 11

Lockie Ferguson is back to the Plunket Shield as a Test debut looms. Trent Boult is back and is set to take his place.

New Zealand: 1. Colin Munro, 2. Martin Guptill, 3. Tim Seifert (wk), 4. Colin de Grandhomme, 5. Ross Taylor, 6. James Neesham, 7. Mitchell Santner, 8. Tim Southee (c), 9. Blair Tickner, 10. Trent Boult, 11. Ish Sodhi

Jonny Bairstow and Chris Jordan could return for England. According to the Guardian, James Vince could be left out to give Tom Banton another chance.

England: 1. Jonny Bairstow, 2. Dawid Malan, 3. Tom Banton, 4. Eoin Morgan (c), 5. Sam Billings (wk), 6. Sam Curran, 7. Lewis Gregory, 8. Chris Jordan, 9. Tom Curran, 10. Adil Rashid/Matt Parkinson, 11. Saqib Mahmood/Pat Brown

Pitch and Conditions

A mostly clear day is forecast for Napier. One T20I has been played at the ground, with New Zealand beating Bangladesh easily. A good batting track is expected for the only day/night match of the series.

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Stats and Facts

  • New Zealand are gunning for their fourth straight T20I series win.
  • England have also won their last three T20I assignments.
  • Colin de Grandhomme this series: 102 runs, SR: 167.
  • Dawid Malan in T20Is: 8 matches, 355 runs, avg: 44.37, SR: 146.69.

Dream11 Prediction

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Match Prediction

England have shot themselves in the foot throughout this series. One feels if they execute their plans well, they can get the win. However, New Zealand will prove to be tough to beat again.

Could be a very tight match.

Thanks for reading!

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IND vs BAN 2nd T20I Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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It was expected to be a dark, gloomy experience in India for Bangladesh, given the eventful build-up to the series. Now, after a superb win in the first T20I, the dark, gloomy reference has turned literal, with Cyclone Maha hitting Rajkot over the past 24-48 hours.

But, conditions could ease by the time the first ball is to be bowled. So, Bangladesh have a challenge – put in another strong display, this time on a Rajkot surface that has played host to two high scoring T20Is in the past.

For India, Rohit Sharma has hinted towards building a strong T20I squad. However, to do so, India’s batting approach in T20s needs some tweaking, after again putting themselves under pressure with a slow start in Delhi. The track in Rajkot is expected to be good for batting, so its on the Indians to put on an improved display.

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Key to an India win

Shikhar Dhawan came in for some criticism for his 42-ball 41 in Delhi. With Rohit Sharma a player that often gives himself 10 balls to get into his innings, India need a dashing approach early. Can Dhawan be the man that puts Bangladesh on the back foot early, enabling Rohit to get into his stride?

Also, Rishabh Pant remains a talking point. He has now gone eight consecutive knocks without reaching 30 for India across formats. However, the great Adam Gilchrist has come out and said Pant should focus on playing his own way. So, will this be the catalyst? Can Pant and India’s middle order display the authority expected of them in the middle and death overs?

Also, while India’s batting wasn’t spot on in Delhi, the same could be said of their bowling. Khaleel Ahmed, so prolific in IPL 2019, has remained inconsistent in the blue of India. His expensive spell in the opening T20I is the kind he and India need to avoid, instead increasing the pressure on Bangladesh through dots. Can India get the better of Bangladesh’s most experienced players i.e. Mushfiqur and Mahmudullah?

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Key to a Bangladesh win

Bangladesh’s response to any shots fired by India was superb in the opening T20I. Rohit Sharma’s quick start was cut very short. Shreyas Iyer was threatening, but legspinner Aminul Islam remained brave. And, despite the final two overs going for 30, Bangladesh largely kept India in check.

However, the Rajkot pitch is expected to be more true than the slow, tacky track in Delhi. So, how well will Bangladesh adjust? Can they keep this India team quiet for the most part on a good pitch? Indeed, this surface might require a strong team effort from the Bangladesh attack.

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Also, the experienced Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah will be key again in the absence of Tamim Iqbal and Shakib Al Hasan. However, it is time Bangladesh’s lesser-experienced players hold the fort, too, for the sake of this game and their future. Can they reopen some Indian wounds from the last game and force Rohit into a rethink?

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Possible Playing 11

KL Rahul has a superb T20I record. In fact, there is a strong case for him to be opening over Shikhar Dhawan. However, India could look at the same team with Rahul at three,

Also read: Why it is wrong to pick Shikhar Dhawan over KL Rahul in T20Is

India: 1. Rohit Sharma (c), 2. Shikhar Dhawan, 3. KL Rahul, 4. Shreyas Iyer, 5. Rishabh Pant (wk), 6. Shivam Dube, 7. Krunal Pandya, 8. Washington Sundar, 9. Yuzvendra Chahal, 10. Deepak Chahar, 11. Khaleel Ahmed

Bangladesh could go in with the same lineup unless they decide to include a left-arm spinner.

Bangladesh: 1. Liton Das, 2. Soumya Sarkar, 3. Mohammad Naim, 4. Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), 5. Mahmudullah (c) 6. Mosaddek Hossain, 7. Afif Hossain, 8. Aminul Islam, 9. Mustafizur Rahman, 10. Al-Amin Hossain/Arafat Sunny, 11. Shafiul Islam

Pitch and Conditions

The scenes 24 hours before the game didn’t look too promising. Cyclone Maha has put a question mark over this game. However, the Indian Met Department tweeted that it would weaken by noon. There is some chance of a thunderstorm in the evening.

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Stats and Facts

  • Two T20Is have been played at Rajkot. Australia scored 201/7 in 2013 and New Zealand scored 196/2 in 2017.
  • This game will be Rohit Sharma’s 100th T20I.
  • Bangladesh’s win in Delhi was their first ever T20I victory over India.

Dream11 Prediction

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Option 1:

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Match Prediction

Despite Bangladesh’s improvement over the past decade, their win in the first T20I was a bit of a surprise. Provided there is a result in Rajkot, Bangladesh could find it difficult on a pitch that allows for more free-flowing strokeplay.

India to win.

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AFG vs WI 1st ODI Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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With plenty of T20I cricket around the world in recent weeks, attention turns to ODI cricket. Two sides who disappointed at the 2019 World Cup meet in India, with the opportunity to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

Afghanistan finished CWC2019 without a single win. Much of their demise was self-inflicted, with team management producing poor decision after poor decision. Now, Rashid Khan is at the helm, and after having led Afghanistan to a historic Test win over Bangladesh, the men in blue will be keen to continue the momentum in the ODI format.

Also read: 2019 World Cup rant: Team management ruined Afghanistan’s World Cup campaign

They meet West Indies, who they have a good record against. Like Afghanistan, change is significant in the Windies camp, with a new captain and new, exciting faces in the squad. Afghanistan in India is a significant challenge, but the Windies could be gearing up for a fearless brand of cricket.

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Key to an Afghanistan win

Afghanistan’s spinners played a key role in the matches they were most competitive in during the World Cup. Mujeeb-ur-Rahman’s miserly figures in powerplays, backed up by Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi in the middle overs held Afghanistan in good stead.

Against a Windies lineup that looks attacking on paper, Afghanistan could look to nullify the threat with spin at all stages of the innings. However, the seamers also have a key role in building pressure, allowing the spinners to tighten the grip further.

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Also, can Afghanistan make progress with the bat? Positives include Rahmat Shah as an excellent option for opener (if Afghanistan choose), along with the unearthing of Ikram Ali Khil. With the experience of Asghar Afghan, Najibullah Zadran and Mohammad Nabi, a strong start for Afghanistan can mean very good news.

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Key to a West Indies win

The Windies have rewarded their star CPL performers. Brandon King, Kharry Pierre and Hayden Walsh Jr have been included in the limited-overs squads for this tour, indicating that the men from the Caribbean have attacking cricket on their minds.

However, how well will they execute their plans against Afghanistan’s strong spin attack? Mujeeb, Rashid Khan and Mohammad Nabi represent an excellent trio, and how well the Windies rotate strike against these three, along with pouncing on the seamers, will be key.

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Also, what impact will the Windies’ spinners have? Can they compete with Afghanistan’s? Hayden Walsh, with just one ODI under his belt (for USA), could be their main man right away, ensuring he delivers both control and wickets as the seamers look to pounce on Afghanistan’s tendency to lose quick wickets.

Possible Playing 11

Do Afghanistan go back to Hazratullah Zazai in ODIs or do they persist with Rahmat Shah as opener? Also, Naveen-ul-Haq took 3/22 in the practice match vs West Indies, so he could get a game here.

Afghanistan: 1. Hazratullah Zazai, 2. Javed Ahmedi/Ibrahim Zadran, 3. Rahmat Shah, 4. Ikram Ali Khil (wk), 5. Asghar Afghan, 6. Mohammad Nabi, 7. Najibullah Zadran, 8. Gulbadin Naib, 9. Rashid Khan (c), 10. Naveen ul Haq, 11. Mujeeb ur Rahman

West Indies had a poor outing in their practice match. But, there is plenty of talent in their ranks. Can they get it right in the opening ODI? Roston Chase, who top scored in the warm up, could possibly miss out.

West Indies: 1. Evin Lewis, 2. Shai Hope, 3. Shimron Hetmyer, 4. Brandon King/Roston Chase, 5. Nicholas Pooran (wk), 6. Kieron Pollard (c), 7. Jason Holder, 8. Keemo Paul, 9. Kharry Pierre, 10. Sheldon Cottrell, 11. Hayden Walsh Jr

Pitch and Conditions

Lucknow has hosted just one international match so far. West Indies were involved, and were on the wrong end of a Rohit Sharma onslaught.

The track in Lucknow is likely to assist spin as the game goes on, which makes batting first a good option. However, with clear conditions forecast for day and night, could dew play a role?

Stats and Facts

  • Afghanistan’s last ODI was vs West Indies, losing by 23 runs in their final World Cup match.
  • Afghanistan have won three of five completed ODIs vs West Indies.
  • Rashid Khan’s best figures of 7/18 came against West Indies.
  • Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer combined for 509 runs in WI’s ODI series in India 2018.

Dream11 Prediction

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Match Prediction

Afghanistan in Asian conditions is a very tough proposition. Their strong spin attack could hold them in good stead, bringing victory that breaks a nine-match losing run dating back to the World Cup.

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AUS vs PAK 2nd T20I Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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Aaron Finch wasn’t happy with a 20-minute innings break, but tell that to the farmers and people of drought-stricken communities across New South Wales.

Sunday’s rain stopped Australia from what looked to be a 1-0 series lead. However, Sunday’s rain provided some much-needed relief to areas that have gone months – even years – without any meaningful rain. Now, Canberra is set to host its first ever T20I, and the Aussies are looking in fine touch. They are aiming for their sixth straight win in completed T20Is.

What has happened to Pakistan? The world number one side has hit a wall, with their 3-0 loss at home to Sri Lanka (the team Australia hammered by the same margin) still fresh in their minds. The rain did hurt their momentum with the bat, but they need to ensure that they don’t rely too heavily on their new skipper, Babar Azam.

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Key to an Australia win

David Warner is yet to be dismissed in Australia’s 2019/20 home season. Aaron Finch ran off in the rain after hammering an unbeaten 37 off 16 balls. These two have been key to Australia’s solid form in limited-overs cricket in recent months, dating back to the World Cup, where their average partnership was touching 90.

Another strong start will hold Australia in good stead. Even with the absence of Glenn Maxwell, Australia still possess hitting ability in the middle order, which will flourish if given the platform from the top three.

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Also, apart from Adam Zampa, Australia’s bowlers were as tidy as they were effective. They never let the run rate spiral out of control, and if they force Babar Azam to keep his wicket for the sake of his team, the Aussies will be in good stead. Even better, can they remove Babar early?

Key to Pakistan win

There is no doubt that Babar holds the key for Pakistan. However, it is time that Fakhar Zaman steps up. His second-successive golden duck meant that he has now gone 11 T20I innings without reaching 25, representing a significant problem for Pakistan a year out from the World T20.

A strong contribution from Fakhar gets Pakistan on the front foot, of which Babar can then build from. With hitting potential in the form of Asif Ali and Imad Wasim in the middle order, Pakistan need a good platform.

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Also, were Mohammad Irfan’s two overs enough evidence that his selection was a mistake? With Australia’s openers in fine touch, Pakistan desperately need wickets (if not, then control) in the powerplay overs. Mohammad Amir will be key, but who will support him? Is it worth opening with spin right away on a Canberra pitch that is traditionally slower in nature?

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Possible Playing 11

Australia could stick with the same team that was on track to win in Sydney.

Australia: 1. David Warner, 2. Aaron Finch (c), 3. Steve Smith, 4. Ben McDermott, 5. Ashton Turner, 6. Alex Carey (wk), 7. Ashton Agar, 8. Pat Cummins, 9. Mitchell Starc, 10. Adam Zampa, 11. Kane Richardson

It remains to be seen if Pakistan persist with Mohammad Irfan after Sydney. Also, Imam-ul-Haq is on standby if Pakistan choose to drop Fakhar.

Pakistan: 1. Babar Azam (c), 2. Fakhar Zaman, 3. Haris Sohail, 4. Mohammad Rizwan (wk), 5. Asif Ali, 6. Imad Wasim, 7. Iftikhar Ahmed, 8. Wahab Riaz, 9. Shadab Khan, 10. Mohammad Amir, 11. Mohammad Irfan/Mohammad Musa

Pitch and Conditions

A cool night is forecast for Canberra. The temperature is expected to drop below 10 degrees by the time the game is complete. This is the first T20I in the nation’s capital, but evidence from ODIs at the ground suggests that the pitch will be a little slower than those around the country.

Stats and Facts

  • David Warner for Australia in the 2019/20 home season: 100*, 60*, 57*, 2*.
  • It has been nearly a year since Australia lost a T20I.
  • Pakistan have won just one of seven completed T20Is in 2019.
  • Babar Azam vs Australia in T20Is: 4 matches, 222 runs, average: 111.
  • This match will be the 1,002nd T20I. The India-Bangladesh clash was the 1,000th.

Dream11 Prediction

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Match Prediction

The form of both sides is so far apart at the moment. Australia look good to pick up another win, off the back of an in-form top order and strong bowling attack. This is despite the fact that the slower Canberra track could assist Pakistan.

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NZ vs ENG 3rd T20I Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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As sporting smiles began to return slowly in New Zealand with England’s Rugby World Cup Final defeat, a modest Wellington crowd witnessed their Black Caps level the five-match T20I series 1-1.

After producing an under-par performance in the opening T20I, New Zealand did enough to bounce back at the Cake Tin. Thanks to their skill as well as England’s mistakes, the Black Caps snuffed out any looming English threat, with the chance now to take a 2-1 series lead in Nelson.

The second T20I was an afterthought for the England faithful. The weekend was all about the Rugby World Cup Final – which England lost – meaning the public will be looking to its cricket team to provide some smiles. England’s fielding performance on Sunday was worthy of bringing tears to eyes just as the rugby might have, so an improvement is needed.

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Key to a New Zealand win

The case of Martin Guptill. His most significant contribution since week one of the World Cup was cut short by a long-hop on Sunday, of which the Black Caps need him to build on in the third match. However, can Colin Munro, one year out from the World T20, provide a sense of reliability to his game?

With Ross Taylor a magnificent force at five, along with the hitting abilities of Tim Seifert, Colin de Grandhomme and Jimmy Neesham, a strong top order display will hold New Zealand in good stead.

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Also, New Zealand’s excellent powerplay in Wellington is the template to follow with the ball. Eoin Morgan’s threat was eliminated by the wily Mitchell Santner after Jonny Bairstow and James Vince ended their own forgettable outings.

Can New Zealand’s seamers deliver the goods throughout the innings? If so, the game can be set up for last-game man of the match Mitchell Santner to pounce, along with Ish Sodhi’s ability to take wickets, regardless of the quality of delivery.

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Key to an England win

England’s fielding performance was one to forget in Wellington. In rugby terms, they produced a number of ‘knock-ons’, constantly letting the Black Caps off the hook. In Nelson, the onus will be on the fielders, as well as the follow-up bowlers to the impressive Chris Jordan and Sam Curran, who have combined for eight wickets so far this series.

Also, is it time to unleash Tom Banton with the bat? England’s lineup possesses hitting ability, but apart from James Vince and Eoin Morgan, they haven’t quite clicked into gear. With good conditions expected in Nelson, keep an eye out for the likes of Jonny Bairstow, James Vince and Sam Billings to produce the goods.

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Possible Playing 11

New Zealand could stick with the same combination as the Wellington match.

New Zealand: 1. Martin Guptill, 2. Colin Munro, 3. Tim Seifert (wk), 4. Daryl Mitchell, 5. Ross Taylor, 6. Colin de Grandhomme, 7. James Neesham, 8. Mitchell Santner, 9. Tim Southee (c), 10. Lockie Ferguson, 11. Ish Sodhi

Tom Curran for Pat Brown or Saqib Mahmood? Also, given Dawid Malan’s start, Tom Banton might have to wait a little longer for a game.

England: 1. Jonny Bairstow, 2. Dawid Malan, 3. James Vince, 4. Eoin Morgan (c), 5. Sam Billings (wk), 6. Sam Curran, 7. Lewis Gregory, 8. Chris Jordan, 9. Tom Curran, 10. Adil Rashid, 11. Pat Brown/Saqib Mahmood

Pitch and Conditions

A mostly-clear day is forecast in Nelson. Only one T20I has been played at Saxton Oval, where New Zealand mustered 187 vs West Indies in 2017. Colin Munro hit 53 off 37 balls in that game.

Stats and Facts

  • Chris Jordan and Sam Curran have taken a combined eight wickets in the opening two T20Is.
  • Mitchell Santner leads the wicket-taking chart with six wickets.
  • Ross Taylor, without hitting his best form, leads the run-scoring chart with 72.

Dream11 Prediction

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Match Prediction

England were quite poor in the second T20I, yet found themselves in with a chance of victory with five overs to go. If they get their act together, they could sneak past New Zealand and take a 2-1 series lead.

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AUS vs SL 2nd T20I Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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A mild Adelaide afternoon. A T20I vs Sri Lanka to kick off the men’s international season. A match that needed something truly special to spark interest nationally, particularly given Cricket Australia’s move to reduce matches on Free-to-Air television.

For the Australia team, it was the near perfect display. For the purists and traditionalists, it was a game to forget. Indeed, the same applied to Sri Lanka, who, with every chuckle from Isa Guha on commentary, fell further and further in the mire.

Their 3-0 win in Pakistan a couple of weeks back seemed a distant memory. So did their excellent-looking T20I record down under. Now, it seems a case of being at least somewhat competitive, let alone rescuing the series in bouncy Brisbane.

Key to an Australia win

David Warner and Aaron Finch provide such a threat in this format. You just felt those two could hurt Sri Lanka in the opening T20I, which they did, pummeling the hapless Sri Lankans to all parts of the ground. With Glenn Maxwell extremely dangerous with a platform set, Australia will want more of the same from the openers to push Sri Lanka back early.

Also, the Australian bowlers, granted with 233 on the board, were relentless against a Sri Lankan team that made progress in Pakistan. Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins did the business in the powerplay, reducing the pressure on spinners Ashton Agar and Adam Zampa. Now, with Starc out, who will play his role?

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AUS vs SL 2nd T20I Preview Dream11: Warner dominated the opening T20I.

Key to a Sri Lanka win

How do Sri Lanka respond? Changes, including Kasun Rajitha, are surely imminent, especially after the risky call to leave Isuru Udana out of the side first up. Along with personnel changes, Sri Lanka need a change of execution with the ball and in the field, reducing the amount of short, wide gimmies and misfields, particularly in the powerplay. If they fail to break the Warner-Finch stand early, it could be lights out.

Also, while 233 is improbable, Sri Lanka’s 99 rounded off a truly dismal day. Sri Lanka’s 29/3 compared to Australia’s 57/0 in the powerplay, along with the carnage to follow, told the full story. This time, can the Sri Lankan top order better hold their own against Australia’s pacemen? A crucial strategy might be to sit on Cummins, and look to keep wickets in the bank to take on Australia’s support bowlers at the ‘Gabba.

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Possible Playing 11

Sean Abbott is in the Australia squad for the second T20I, replacing the injured AJ Tye. Either he or Billy Stanlake will play, with Mitchell Starc out of the match to attend his brother’s wedding.

Australia: 1. Aaron Finch (c), 2. David Warner, 3. Steve Smith, 4. Glenn Maxwell, 5. Ashton Turner, 6. Alex Carey (wk), 7. Ashton Agar, 8. Pat Cummins, 9. Kane Richardson, 10. Billy Stanlake, 11. Adam Zampa

Shehan Jayasuriya, Isuru Udana and Niroshan Dickwella were questionable omissions from the XI that played the opening T20I. At least two of these three could come into the side for the second match.

Sri Lanka: 1. Danushka Gunathilaka, 2. Kusal Mendis/Avishka Fernando, 3. Bhanuka Rajapaksa, 4. Kusal Perera (wk), 5. Oshada Fernando/Niroshan Dickwella, 6. Dasun Shanaka, 7. Wanindu Hasaranga, 8. Shehan Jayasuriya, 9. Isuru Udana, 10. Lasith Malinga (c), 11. Nuwan Pradeep

Pitch and Conditions

A clear and pleasant evening is forecast for Brisbane. One of the grounds in Australia that is yet to employ a drop-in pitch, the ‘Gabba promises to have some pace and bounce as is often the case.

Stats and Facts

  • Australia’s 134-run win was their biggest ever in T20Is.
  • Sri Lanka had won their first five T20Is in Australia. They have now lost two straight.
  • David Warner needs 107 to reach 2,000 runs in T20Is.
  • Australia have won three of four T20Is at the ‘Gabba, with the latest a four-run win over India in 2018. Adam Zampa was man of the match.
  • Kasun Rajitha’s 0/75 are the most expensive figures in T20I history.

Dream11 Prediction

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Match Prediction

Genuinely thought Sri Lanka could be competitive in the first T20I. But, from the moment they decided to bowl, it was all downhill from there.

Australia look good for another strong performance. The Aussies to take out the series in Brisbane.

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AUS vs SL 1st T20I Preview Dream11 Possible Playing 11 Pitch Report

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The Australian Men’s team home season kicks off in late October. Earlier than usual, with a format (T20) never previously kicking off an international season, the traditionalists, like myself, will need some adjusting after decades of Test matches kicking off the season.

However, Australia’s indifferent T20 form over the past few years is motivation enough to start the summer off with a win. With the World T20 just a year away – that too on home soil – Australia need continuity, form and confidence if they are to lift the trophy that eludes them.

But, it won’t be straight forward against Sri Lanka. Just a few weeks ago, the Sri Lankans achieved a superb 3-0 win away against top-ranked Pakistan. More encouraging was the fact that a number of their main players were missing, highlighting the talent that the Sri Lankans have in their ranks.

Key to an Australia win

ODI (World Cup) and Test (Ashes) cricket has put T20 easily third in priority for Australia in 2019. Two series of huge importance so soon after each other made rest an important requirement. But, the Aussies are back in action, and now it is time they properly decode the T20 format.

David Warner and Aaron Finch can provide the fireworks. The likes of Steve Smith can keep things ticking over. And, if Glenn Maxwell can repeat what he did in India earlier this year, Australia will be mighty tough to beat.

Also, there is little doubt that the Sri Lankans will come out hard. The confident batting was a key feature of their series win in Pakistan, so the Australians need to be looking to stifle them early with powerplay wickets. Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins will be key, but the support efforts from the remainder of the attack will be vital in the middle and death overs.

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Key to a Sri Lanka win

Sri Lanka have the wood over Australia in T20Is in Australia. In fact, they have won five of their six matches down under, dating back to 2010/11. Now, with the Sri Lankans playing with great confidence, they have every reason to believe they can build on their form.

The batsmen need to cash in on what is expected to be a true Adelaide Oval surface. Dinushka Gunathilaka and Bhanuka Rajapaksa were superb in Pakistan, and the impact they have at the top of the order can set the tone for the Sri Lankans. With some hard-hitters in their middle order, a fast start can be very difficult for Australia to come back from.

Also, Sri Lanka’s bowling was a key feature of their series win in Pakistan. Isuru Udana and Nuwan Pradeep combined for 12 wickets in two matches, ripping through Pakistan at all stages of the innings. With Lasith Malinga back, Sri Lanka’s seamers will be out to set a platform for their spinners to build further pressure on Australia, who are looking to find form right away.

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Possible Playing 11

Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins are in the Australia squad. It would make little sense to leave them out. So, it remains to be seen if Ashton Agar plays, or whether Australia turn to Adam Zampa and Glenn Maxwell for spin. Also, AJ Tye has been ruled out with an elbow injury.

Australia: 1. Aaron Finch (c), 2. David Warner, 3. Steve Smith, 4. Ben McDermott/Ashton Turner, 5. Glenn Maxwell, 6. Alex Carey (wk), 7. Pat Cummins, 8. Mitchell Starc, 9. Kane Richardson, 10. Adam Zampa, 11. Billy Stanlake

Sri Lanka’s team is tough to predict. Their experienced players are back in the squad after opting out of Pakistan. However, with the lesser-experienced players performing so well in Pakistan, it remains to be seen how they fit in.

Sri Lanka: 1. Danushka Gunathilaka, 2. Kusal Mendis/Oshada Fernando, 3. Bhanuka Rajapaksa, 4. Kusal Perera (wk), 5. Niroshan Dickwella, 6. Shehan Jayasuriya, 7. Dasun Shanaka, 8. Wanindu Hasaranga, 9. Isuru Udana, 10. Lasith Malinga (c), 11. Nuwan Pradeep

Pitch and Conditions

A cloudy, mild day is forecast for Adelaide. A top of 20 degrees and minimal rain is on the menu, along with a true batting pitch as is often the case.

Stats and Facts

  • Sri Lanka have won five of six T20Is vs Australia in Australia.
  • This will be Steve Smith and David Warner’s first international on home soil since Cape Town.
  • Steve Smith last played a T20I in 2016.
  • Sri Lanka have won their past four T20Is, after losing 10 of their previous 11 matches.
  • Australia have won 60% of their T20Is since the beginning of 2018.

Dream11 Prediction

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Match Prediction

A very difficult result to predict! Sri Lanka are playing with confidence and have a great record in Australia. Australia will be looking to make a mark straight away.

With the mindset and focus of Australia, they could get home in a close one. Should be an interesting match.

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