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New Zealand vs India 4th ODI Preview Dream11

Charbel Coorey

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January 30, 2019 at 6:11 pm

New Zealand vs India 4th ODI Preview Dream11

Surely no one could have expected this. Not the most pessimistic of New Zealand fans. Nor the most optimistic Indian fans. The fourth ODI of this much anticipated series is a dead rubber. This much anticipated ODI series has been a damp squib.

New Zealand, a side that possessed the best ODI record at home of any team since the 2015 World Cup, have been completely outplayed three games in a row. They have struggled to get the better of India’s bowlers at all stages of the innings, and have struggled for their own penetration with the ball. To paint a picture, the Black Caps have lost all 30 wickets in their three games, taking just nine themselves. It has been completely one-sided to date, but can New Zealand salvage some pride?

Damp squib it has been, but India won’t care. They have been superb. The Indians now find themselves in the perfect position with Virat Kohli getting a much needed rest with the series won and Jasprit Bumrah returning after this series fresh with India sealing series wins in two of the more challenging away trips in world cricket. They have swept the floor with a good side on their own turf, and now the Indians have a chance to build further momentum ahead of the World Cup. Will they make it 4-0?

Key to a New Zealand win

A big problem for New Zealand this series is that Kane Williamson and Ross Taylor have effectively opened the batting in each match. Colin Munro and Martin Guptill have underwhelmed significantly, applying pressure not to the Indians but rather their own side. Guptill’s record gives him a longer rope, and he has to find some form in New Zealand’s quest for pride. Whether Munro gets another chance remains to be seen, but regardless of personnel, New Zealand’s openers must lay a platform for their side. With Kane Williamson looking unchatacteristically flustered with the bat, he needs a strong start to work off. Like the top order needs to deliver, so does the middle-lower order in showing they can launch effectively. James Neesham returning is a boost but another tough test awaits.

Also, New Zealand have failed to take an innings’ worth of wickets in three matches combined. With just nine wickets across three matches, can New Zealand get the better of an Indian side without Virat Kohli? It is easier said than done with each of India’s top six showing strong form at one point or another this series, so the onus is on the bowlers to support Trent Boult better in creating chances. Can New Zealand see the back of India’s openers relatively cheaply and have a good shot at India’s lineup? Can the likes of Mitchell Santner and Lockie Ferguson show the kind of form fans know they can deliver?

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Key to an India win

India have sent out a huge message this series, and with Rohit Sharma possessing a strong record as captain, there will be no letting up. He and Shikhar Dhawan have been in fine form this series, and they can continue driving the life out of the Black Caps with another strong opening stand. With Shubman Gill a chance to replace the rested Virat Kohli, the key for India would be to ensure he comes in with at least one batsman set to enable him to settle in nicely. The same applies to Dinesh Karthik if he plays. With MS Dhoni set to return, and Ambati Rayudu and Kedhar Yadav really pressing their claims in the middle order, India will be looking for another complete batting display.

Also, India have been so efficient with the ball that their bowling template is well and truly set. Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Mohammed Shami have been far too good for New Zealand’s openers to date, which has then enabled them to build pressure on stars Kane Williamson and Ross Taylor. Taylor, despite nearly scoring a century, had to bat with such caution in the third ODI given India’s pressure, which didn’t hold up right till the end as New Zealand couldn’t launch effectively. Will Kuldeep Yadav have a better day? And can Hardik Pandya have a second good game in a row? India have the quality for another fine bowling effort, and need to be ruthless to keep that winning mentality going in a World Cup year.

Possible Playing 11

New Zealand could persist with Colin Munro once more. However, they have replaced Ish Sodhi and Doug Bracewell with Todd Astle and Jimmy Neesham respectively. Spotlight is also on Henry Nicholls given his lean series.

New Zealand Possible Playing 11: 1. Colin Munro, 2. Martin Guptill, 3. Kane Williamson (c), 4. Ross Taylor, 5. Tom Latham (wk), 6. Henry Nicholls, 7. Jimmy Neesham, 8. Mitchell Santner, 9. Tim Southee/Todd Astle, 10. Lockie Ferguson, 11. Trent Boult

Shubman Gill is a chance of making his debut. With MS Dhoni said to be fit and ready to go, it could be between Gill and Dinesh Karthik for a spot. Also, Mohammed Shami could be rested. Rohit Sharma leads the side in his 200th ODI.

India Possible Playing 11: 1. Rohit Sharma (c), 2. Shikhar Dhawan, 3. Ambati Rayudu, 4. MS Dhoni (wk), 5. Dinesh Karthik/Shubman Gill, 6. Kedar Jadhav, 7. Hardik Pandya, 8. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, 9. Mohammed Shami/Khaleel Ahmed, 10. Kuldeep Yadav, 11. Yuzvendra Chahal

Updated Dream11 Prediction

There is a chance Mohammed Shami will be rested.

Stats and Facts

Rohit Sharma will play his 200th ODI. Only two players have a higher number of runs than Rohit’s 7,799 after 199 ODIs – Virat Kohli (8,767) and AB de Villiers (8,520).
Rohit Sharma has 534 runs in eight matches as captain, averaging 106.80. This includes a double century.
New Zealand have won six of their last seven ODIs at Seddon Park in Nelson.
New Zealand have taken nine wickets across three matches this series. India have taken 30.

Match Prediction

In Rohit Sharma’s 200th ODI, India should prove too strong. They have New Zealand’s number right now, and even without Virat Kohli, they will make it 4-0.

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Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Thunder Preview Dream11

Charbel Coorey

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January 30, 2019 at 12:57 pm

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Melbourne Renegades vs Sydney Thunder Preview Dream11

46th match of the longest BBL season to date. According to Sydney Morning Herald, just over 8,000 fans were at the SCG last night to see the Sixers thrash the Strikers. With mostly one-sided matches still engrossing the competition, the BBL needs a shot in the arm. It desperately needs a great game, and eyes will be on the Marvel Stadium pitch tonight in terms of how it enables free flowing cricket.

Melbourne Renegades broke their win-loss pattern with an emphatic 78-run win over Perth Scorchers two nights ago. The Renegades will agree their batting needs improvement, but their bowling attack is looking in good shape, with a top four place beckoning. They beat today’s opponents only last week, and can pick up their third straight victory with another strong performance. Will the Renegades build strong momentum heading into the finals?

Sydney Thunder, despite a last-start win also against Perth Scorchers, are in a precarious position. The lost point due to the floodlights fiasco at the Gabba a couple of weeks ago could come back to haunt them, but they have an excellent opportunity tonight to put more pressure on Melbourne Stars, who are currently in fourth. The Stars sit one point ahead of the Thunder, and could lose Marcus Stoinis for at least one match if he makes his Test debut on Friday vs Sri Lanka. Can the Thunder break into the top four tonight?

Key to a Melbourne Renegades win

Will the Renegades batsmen be in the runs today? Aaron Finch looked in awful form in Perth two nights ago, but could benefit from the slower, lower conditions at Marvel Stadium. He was strong against Sydney Thunder last week, and will be crucial tonight in setting the innings up for the Renegades. With Cameron White out injured, Mackenzie Harvey, Sam Harper and Tom Cooper will be key in setting a platform, but the Renegades will be looking for a stronger finish than what they dished up against the Scorchers. Can Daniel Christian and Mohammad Nabi help get the Renegades to a strong total?

However, if the bowlers continue the form they have showed in recent matches, the batting might not need to fully fire. Chris Tremain has been a superb addition to the side, in conjunction with BBL08 leading wicket taker Kane Richardson. Shane Watson and Callum Ferguson will be two crucial wickets for the Renegades, and with Tremain and Richardson in excellent form, the Renegades have the resources to push the Thunder right onto the back foot. With Harry Gurney solid in the middle and death overs, along with Cameron Boyce and the allrounders, the Renegades will be out for a clinical display at all stages of the innings.

Key to a Sydney Thunder win

Sydney Thunder, despite winning their previous game, were poor in the field. Against a Renegades side susceptible to a collapse or two, the Thunder need to take chances that come their way to leave the Renegades’ bowlers with lots to do to keep them in the game. Daniel Sams was strong in the Thunder’s previous game against the Renegades last week, and will be key with his variations on what is typically a slower pitch. The same applies to Gurinder Sandhu and Chris Jordan, and if the Thunder seamers can pick up regular wickets, a strong platform will be set for the spinners to keep the pressure on the Renegades.

Also, can Shane Watson and/or Callum Ferguson fire? When the Thunder have won matches since the departure of Jos Buttler, at least one of these two have been central to their success. Watson, off the back of two low scores, will be key tonight in getting the Thunder off to a strong start, especially in the absence of Matthew Gilkes who will miss this game with an injury. If Callum Ferguson can also contribute to a strong start, the Thunder will be well placed for a strong total against a side that prides itself on its bowling. Will the Thunder adjust better to the conditions than their opponents, after both sides last played in Perth?

Possible Playing 11

Melbourne Renegades have made two changes to their squad ahead of their last home game of the campaign. Jack Wildermuth and Jon Holland come in for Cameron White and Joe Mennie respectively.

Melbourne Renegades Possible Playing 11: 1. Aaron Finch (c), 2. Mackenzie Harvey, 3. Sam Harper (wk), 4. Tom Cooper, 5. Mohammad Nabi, 6. Daniel Christian, 7. Jack Wildermuth, 8. Cameron Boyce, 9. Chris Tremain, 10. Kane Richardson, 11. Harry Gurney

Sydney Thunder have made a key change to their squad after Matthew Gilkes picked up a hip muscle injury in training yesterday. 19-year old Baxter Holt is in line to make his debut, with Jay Lenton also out injured. Jono Cook also returns to the squad.

Sydney Thunder Possible Playing 11: 1. Shane Watson (c), 2. Baxter Holt (wk), 3. Callum Ferguson, 4. Anton Devcich, 5. Jason Sangha, 6. Daniel Sams, 7. Chris Green, 8. Chris Jordan, 9. Gurinder Sandhu, 10. Jono Cook, 11. Fawad Ahmed

Dream11 Prediction

Stats and Facts

Melbourne Renegades have won their last five matches against Sydney Thunder.
The team batting first has won the last three matches between these two sides.
Kane Richardson is BBL08’s top wicket taker with 19. Callum Ferguson is third highest run scorer with 341.

Match Prediction

BBL08 needs a close game full of drama. Can these sides deliver?

Melbourne Renegades are looking in good form at the moment, and I predict they will have a little too much for the Thunder.

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South Africa vs Pakistan 5th ODI Preview Dream11

Charbel Coorey

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January 29, 2019 at 6:27 pm

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South Africa vs Pakistan 5th ODI Preview Dream11

It was a terribly one-sided Test series. South Africa were in control from start to finish, romping to a 3-0 win. The ODI series had to deliver to add a competitive feel to Pakistan’s tour, and it has, despite a very lopsided fourth ODI.

South Africa not only lost their first ever Pink ODI, but were thrashed in a disappointing display. Concerns about their batting will always linger given their susceptibility to the collapse, which was on show at The Wanderers, bowled out for 164 after sitting relatively pretty at 119/2. They need a big response in Cape Town to win the series and avoid losing their second straight ODI series at home to Asian opposition. Can they bounce back quickly?

What about Pakistan? They took more wickets in a rampant display in Johannesburg than their previous three games combined, stepping up with the series on the line. The left-arm duo of Shaheen Shah Afridi and Usman Khan Shinwari were brilliant as the Pakistanis were not impacted by the loss of their skipper Sarfraz Ahmed to a four match ban. The batsmen then boosted their confidence a little further, and there is little doubt that Pakistan will take the field in Cape Town a very confident unit. Can they win the series from 2-1 down?

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Key to a South Africa win

The Proteas have done well setting platforms in this series, but their inability to take advantage has been concerning. They were on track for strong totals in Port Elizabeth and Johnnesburg, only to underwhelm. Interestingly, when they have lost early wickets, they recovered well enough to win in Durban. However, they have yet to put together the complete display.

Can Quinton de Kock overcome his troubles against left-arm seam and play a substantial knock? He was out for a duck at The Wanderers, and has to put the pressure on Pakistan’s bowlers in a crunch game. Each of Hashim Amla, Reeza Hendricks, Faf du Plessis and Rassie van der Dussen have looked good in this series, and you feel at least two or three of those players must make strong contributions to enable South Africa to launch towards the end. For that to happen, David Miller, short on batting time, has to deliver to boost South African confidence in a World Cup year.

Also, can the Proteas get the better of Pakistan’s top order a’la Durban? They dismantled Pakistan that day through effective use of the short ball, but have lacked penetration since, picking up eight wickets across two matches. Dale Steyn and Kagiso Rabada have a key role to play in dismissing the in-form Imam-ul-Haq and Babar Azam to help set the game up for the Proteas. With those two key man out, South Africa can then look to target Pakistan’s middle order that might find it difficult to rebuild. Will it be South Africa’s day?

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Key to a Pakistan win

Pakistan’s template for strong scores has been set. Imam-ul-Haq has been rock solid for the most part this series, and if he and Fakhar Zaman can deliver a strong start as they did in the fourth ODI, South Africa might begin to feel the pressure. With Babar Azam and Mohammad Hafeez also in good form, Pakistan have the resources to enable a strong launch with wickets in hand, which is crucial in a decider. Pakistan’s top four, bar Fakhar Zaman, have been mostly excellent this series, and need to be once again to deliver series victory.

Also, can the left-armers create more havoc for the Proteas? Shaheen Shah Afridi started superbly for Pakistan in Johannesburg, backed up by Amir, with the job then finished emphatically by Usman Khan Shinwari. These three will be key again in getting the better of South Africa’s top order to increase the pressure on those batting lower. With Shadab Khan and Imad Wasim bowling relatively tightly this series, Shoaib Malik can hope to execute a well-rounded bowling performance that doesn’t give the Proteas a chance to properly get going. Will Pakistan get the better of the openers? What about the likes of Faf du Plessis, Reeza Hendricks and Rassie van der Dussen? It is all to play for in the series decider.

Image credit: OfficialCSA. South Africa vs Pakistan 5th ODI Preview Dream11 – Will Imam-ul-Haq deliver again?

Possible Playing 11:

It will be interesting to see if South Africa make changes for a crunch game. Instinct suggests they could replace Andile Phehlukwayo with Dwaine Pretorius or Wiaan Mulder, who is now in the squad. Other than that, no significant changes should be expected.

South Africa Possible Playing 11: 1. Quinton de Kock (wk), 2. Hashim Amla, 3. Reeza Hendricks, 4. Faf du Plessis (c), 5. Rassie van der Dussen, 6. David Miller, 7. Andile Phehlukwayo/Dwaine Pretorius/Wiaan Mulder, 8. Kagiso Rabada, 9. Dale Steyn, 10. Beuran Hendricks, 11. Imran Tahir

For Pakistan, the possible change before the last game, apart from Sarfraz, was Shan Masood for Fakhar Zaman. However, Zaman played his most significant knock of the series, so Pakistan should stick with the same team.

Pakistan Possible Playing 11: 1. Imam-ul-Haq, 2. Fakhar Zaman, 3. Babar Azam, 4. Mohammad Hafeez, 5. Shoaib Malik (c), 6. Mohammad Rizwan (wk), 7. Shadab Khan, 8. Imad Wasim, 9. Mohammar Amir, 10. Usman Khan Shinwari, 11. Shaheen Shah Afridi

Dream11 Prediction

Quinton de Kock has been out cheaply to left-arm bowling in each of his last three dismissals in ODIs (excluding run-outs). Mohammad Rizwan has been in excellent form for Pakistan’s A and Emerging sides in the lead up to this series.
Hashim Amla has an underwhelming record at Newlands, scoring 191 runs in seven matches.
Reeza Hendricks and Rassie van der Dussen have been good for South Africa this series, with Faf du Plessis on the verge of a big score.
Imam-ul-Haq and Babar Azam have been Pakistan’s best batsmen this series, scoring 263 and 171 runs respectively.
Usman Khan Shinwari and Shaheen Shah Afridi combined for six wickets in the last match.
Keep an eye out for more news on South Africa’s allrounder for this clash. With Wiaan Mulder drafted into the squad, there is a chance Andile Phehlukwayo won’t play.
Imran Tahir has a decent record at Newlands, taking eight wickets in five matches.

Stats and Facts

Pakistan won their last ODI at Newlands, beating South Africa by 23 runs in 2013.
South Africa have never lost to Pakistan in a bilateral ODI series at home.
Both Usman Khan Shinwari and Shaheen Shah Afridi have taken two wickets per match so far in their ODI careers. Shinwari has 22 wickets in 11 matches, and Afridi has 18 in nine matches.

Match Prediction

A really tough one to predict.

South Africa remain a good side at home, and I picked them to take out the series in Johannesburg. However, Pakistan are looking a confident side right now, and I have a sneaky feeling they will take out this series in a close one.

Should be a good match.

Sydney Sixers vs Adelaide Strikers Preview Dream11

Charbel Coorey

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January 29, 2019 at 8:18 am

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Sydney Sixers vs Adelaide Strikers Preview Dream11

BBL08’s second game on Tuesday sees an in-form side up against a badly out-of-form one.

Sydney Sixers play their fourth home game in a row after a long run of away matches, and they are finding their feet nicely at the business end of the season. They have thrashed their opponents in their last two games, including top of the table Hobart Hurricanes in one hell of a performance last week. The way they have bounced back from their own thrashing at the hands of the Renegades is cause for encouragement, and they have an opportunity to continue the good form.

Adelaide Strikers have fallen off the rails, struggling badly with the ball in particular in recent matches. The reigning champions are now only an outside chance of making the BBL08 finals, currently sitting four points outside the top four with a game in hand. They have lacked venom and threat in recent matches, and must turn this around tonight if they are to make a late run to the finals.

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Key to a Sydney Sixers win

Sydney Sixers have found the perfect position for Josh Philippe. He has found his home as opener, taking the Hurricanes apart in an incredible performance a week ago. With the Sixers susceptible to top order collapses in BBL08, Philippe will be key again, along with the likes of Daniel Hughes and Moises Henriques (both in need of runs), as well as the in-form James Vince. Can the Sixers set a strong platform against an attack struggling for impact at the moment?

Also, the Sixers’ attack is finding its feet nicely ahead of the finals. Sean Abbott and Steve O’Keefe enjoy bowling at the SCG, and have an opportunity to pounce against a Strikers’ top order that has struggled for fluency in recent matches. Ben Dwarshuis is threatening to take more wickets, and with Tom Curran showing his capabilities in BBL08, he too will be key at all stages of the innings. Can the seamers set a platform for spinners Lloyd Pope and Ben Manenti in making the Strikers force the pace?

Image Credit: Getty Images. Sydney Sixers vs Adelaide Strikers Preview Dream11 – Can Josh Philippe fire again?

Key to an Adelaide Strikers win

The Strikers have really struggled for penetration with the ball, taking a total of just two wickets in their last two matches. In fact, they now hold the record for most overs without a wicket in BBL history, going over 30 overs between successes, dating back to their game against Sydney Thunder on the 13th of January. Against a Sixers side that has shown to lose wickets at the top, the likes of Michael Neser, Billy Stanlake and Rashid Khan will be crucial in the early overs, with Ben Laughlin also a player who must rediscover his wicket taking mojo in the middle and death overs. However, the return of Peter Siddle can be a huge boost that gives the Strikers important control and wicket taking ability, with Siddle excellent in BBL cricket over the past couple of seasons.

Also, the concern for the Strikers is that their batting is also subpar. Their last three totals read 97, 154/5 and 121, which places significant onus on the top order to deliver. Alex Carey has hit a bit of a wall, but has a key role to play in getting the Strikers off to a good start along with Jake Weatherald. With the likes of Colin Ingram and Jono Wells in decent touch, can the Strikers defy recent form and pick up a strong total?

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Possible Playing 11

Sydney Sixers have named the same squad from their impressive win against Hobart Hurricanes.

Sydney Sixers Possible Playing 11: 1. Daniel Hughes, 2. Josh Philippe (wk), 3. James Vince, 4. Moises Henriques (c), 5. Jordan Silk, 6. Tom Curran, 7. Sean Abbott, 8. Steve O’Keefe, 9. Ben Dwarshuis, 10. Ben Manenti, 11. Lloyd Pope

Adelaide Strikers have received a boost with Peter Siddle back in the squad.

Adelaide Strikers Possible Playing 11: 1. Alex Carey (wk), 2. Jake Weatherald, 3. Jake Lehmann, 4. Colin Ingram (c), 5. Jono Wells, 6. Matthew Short, 7. Rashid Khan, 8. Michael Neser, 9. Peter Siddle, 10. Ben Laughlin, 11. Billy Stanlake

Dream11 Prediction

Alex Carey was man of the match in his last match vs Sydney Sixers at the SCG. However, his form of late has been a little patchy. Josh Philippe at the top of the order has worked wonders, knocking off 86* in his last match.
James Vince is in excellent touch, scoring two 70+ scores in a row.
Colin Ingram has been the Strikers’ best batsman in recent matches. He has scored 277 in his last seven knocks, averaging over 46.
Jake Lehmann batted at three in the last match, scoring 40.
Sean Abbott enjoys playing against Adelaide Strikers, taking six wickets in his last three matches against them.
Ben Laughlin has struggled for wickets at times in BBL08, but has four wickets in his last two matches vs Sydney Sixers. Peter Siddle is also an option worth going for.

Stats and Facts

Adelaide Strikers have won three of their last four matches against Sydney Sixers, but lost the previous meeting in BBL08.
Seven different Sydney Sixers’ batsmen have scored half centuries in BBL08, including Josh Philippe, James Vince and Jordan Silk.
Sydney Sixers have three of the top five wicket takers in BBL08 – O’Keefe (16), Abbott (16) and Curran (15).

Match Prediction

The return of Peter Siddle could prove to be a big boost for struggling Adelaide Strikers.

However, Sydney Sixers are looking a confident unit at the moment, and I will back them to pick up a win that further cements their place in the top four.

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Hobart Hurricanes vs Brisbane Heat Preview Dream11

Charbel Coorey

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January 28, 2019 at 10:49 pm

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Hobart Hurricanes vs Brisbane Heat Preview Dream11

If “one-sided” comes to mind when you look at this game, you’re not alone. However, T20 cricket can offer surprises, and the Heat will be hoping to cause one as they look to keep their keep their campaign alive.

To do that, they will have to get past top of the table Hobart Hurricanes. The Hurricanes return back to Hobart after a run of away trips to Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide and Sydney over the past couple of weeks. A beautiful Tuesday afternoon greets the top of the table side, who will be looking to bounce back after a heavy defeat to Sydney Sixers. Will the Hurricanes prove too strong?

Brisbane Heat’s season is now officially on life support. Their last three games have been very underwhelming, reaching peak disappointment in their last game against the Stars, where they made some incredibly poor decisions. Their bowling, often the weaker side of their game, held their own nicely in Melbourne, but then it was their batting that was the major letdown, failing to chase 134. With nothing short than four wins from four games needed to possibly sneak into the finals, the Heat have to put on a big showing against BBL08’s front runners.

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Key to a Hobart Hurricanes win

Hobart Hurricanes’ top order was at it again nicely at the SCG last week, with Matthew Wade once again leading the way. He and D’Arcy Short will be key against a Heat attack known to struggle, and will look to dominate just as they did in the game against the Strikers a week ago. They can cause serious damage, along with Caleb Jewell, Ben McDermott and George Bailey, who have all had good moments in recent matches. If the Hurricanes don’t allow the Heat to get a foothold in the game early with the ball, they have the resources to take full advantage. Will the batting fire once again?

However, the bowling struggled against the Sixers, possibly due to the impact of a number of matches right across Australia in a short space of time. Jofra Archer has the opportunity to hit his best form at the right time of the season to create an even stronger partnership with Riley Meredith, who will be looking to bounce back after one of his more difficult outings last time out. With James Faulkner still solid at the top, and Johan Botha announcing his immediate retirement, the Hurricanes are in need of early wickets to dismantle the Heat’s batting effort, which relies significantly on its top three as the last match showed. Will the Hurricanes return to winning ways?

Hobart Hurricanes vs Brisbane Heat Preview Dream11 Prediction — Image credit: Getty Images. Hobart Hurricanes vs Brisbane Heat Preview Dream11 – Will Wade and Short dominate again?

Key to a Brisbane Heat win

The Heat can hope their old strategy comes to fruition in this clash, but they simply must deliver a consistent performance right across the match. They were good in spurts against the Stars, especially in the middle overs to restrict a good batting lineup to 134. Can the likes of Mujeeb ur Rahman, Josh Lalor and Brendan Doggett get early wickets to get a foothold in the game? Can Ben Cutting help also in limiting D’Arcy Short and Matthew Wade to get a shot at the likes of McDermott and Bailey as early as possible? In a must win game in good batting conditions, the bowlers need to hold their own.

However, while there were good moments for the Heat, there were also some very dumb ones. It is no secret that the Heat need their top three to fire. Max Bryant threatened to go really big against the Stars, and needs to deliver a fast start again, this time with greater output from Brendon McCullum and Chris Lynn. The “Bash Brothers” combined for just 13 runs in the last match, with Lynn out to an awful shot for a duck, and if the same occurs in Hobart, the Heat can kiss their season goodbye. However, if they do fire, can the middle order take advantage? These are questions the Heat must answer positively in this match.

Possible Playing 11

Johan Botha has retired, replaced by Cricket Tasmania rookie Jarrod Freeman. He is a good chance of making his debut.

Hobart Hurricanes Possible Playing 11: 1. Matthew Wade (c & wk), 2. D’Arcy Short, 3. Caleb Jewell, 4. Ben McDermott, 5. George Bailey, 6. Simon Milenko, 7. James Faulkner, 8. Jarrod Freeman, 9. Jofra Archer, 10. Clive Rose, 11. Riley Meredith

Brisbane Heat have retained the same squad from their game against the Stars. They could stick with the same XI, too.

Brisbane Heat Possible Playing 11: 1. Max Bryant, 2. Brendon McCullum, 3. Chris Lynn (c), 4. Matthew Renshaw, 5. Alex Ross, 6. Jimmy Peirson (wk), 7. Ben Cutting, 8. Josh Lalor, 9. Brendan Doggett, 10. Mitchell Swepson, 11. Mujeeb ur Rahman

Match Prediction

Stats and Facts

Hobart Hurricanes beat Brisbane Heat in the Gold Coast’s first ever BBL match earlier this season.
Brisbane Heat are winless in their past three games.
A win for Hobart Hurricanes will just about sew up a finals place.

Match Prediction

Picking Brisbane Heat in this match is one brave pick. Can’t see them winning.

I predict Hobart Hurricanes will win off the back of a solid all-round display, ending the Heat’s season in the process.

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Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Renegades Preview Dream11

Charbel Coorey

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January 28, 2019 at 2:20 pm

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Perth Scorchers vs Melbourne Renegades Preview Dream11

This is well and truly it.

Perth Scorchers, the pre-tournament favourites, are now on their last legs. Sitting six points outside the top four, with four games remaining, this is officially must win territory. They have a game in hand over today’s opponents, and must beat them to keep their faint playoff hopes alive. Victory was snatched from them by the magnificent Callum Ferguson last week, after James Faulkner took it from them at the death in the match previous. Can they overcome the disappointment and get a win today?

However, perhaps some good news for the Scorchers is that the Melbourne Renegades are due for a loss. They have been on a win-loss-win-loss pattern in their last five games, winning their previous match against Sydney Thunder. Their batsmen struggled on a slow Marvel Stadium pitch, but whenever the Renegades have looked like they are no chance in BBL08, they have often defied logic. Will they end the Scorchers’ season in conditions they might very well enjoy?

Key to a Perth Scorchers win

The Scorchers’ batting was a significant problem for them earlier in the season, but they have been in the runs in recent matches. However, their bowling has flattered to deceive, conceding 170+ scores in each of their three matches, including to lose twice in a row in heartbreaking fashion. AJ Tye continues to struggle at the death, so the onus is on the likes of Jason Behrendhorff and Nathan Coulter-Nile to pick up early wickets to allow the Scorchers a strong shot at the Renegades’ middle order. The key for the Scorchers will be to overcome any onslaughts from the Renegades through good planning and execution.

Also, can the Scorchers get in the runs again? Shaun Marsh, despite having plenty of luck, made a strong return to BBL cricket against the Thunder. He will be crucial at the top, along with Cameron Bancroft who has had a couple of low scores in a row. With the Renegades priding themselves on strong middle overs bowling, the Scorchers need a strong start to give their middle order a platform to counter the Renegades allrounders in those key overs. With Ashton Turner and Mitch Marsh also key, can the Scorchers get the better of the likes of Kane Richardson, Mohammad Nabi and Harry Gurney at the top to set up their innings well?

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Key to a Melbourne Renegades win

The Renegades’ batting lineup is reflective of their inconsistency in BBL08. They have either been very good, or quite poor, with the latest effort a decent effort vs Sydney Thunder after a low score vs the Stars. The Scorchers side is one that is low on confidence, so the key for the Renegades will be to get to the death overs with wickets in hand to take on an attack that has struggled in this period in recent games. Aaron Finch has shown some good form in his BBL08 campaign so far, and will be crucial at the top, along with Cameron White and Tom Cooper who have also shown some decent form of late. Can they set up a strong platform for the allrounders?

Also, Kane Richardson leads the wicket taking chart in BBL08, so he will be crucial in getting the better of the Scorchers’ lineup. The Scorchers will be calling on their top order to deliver the goods in their do-or-die clash, so if Richardson can stall that progress, you get the feeling that the Renegades could well be on their way to victory. Harry Gurney has been strong in the death overs so far this tournament, so if the bowling attack puts on a collaborative display that leaves the Scorchers with too much to do at the death, it will be a strong position for the Renegades to be in.

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Possible Playing 11

Perth Scorchers have named an unchanged squad for this clash, with Michael Klinger perhaps likely to be left out of the XI again.

Perth Scorchers Possible Playing 11: 1. Shaun Marsh, 2. Cameron Bancroft (wk), 3. Mitchell Marsh (c), 4. Ashton Turner, 5. Hilton Cartwright, 6. Nick Hobson, 7. Nathan Coulter-Nile, 8. Matt Kelly, 9. Andrew Tye, 10. Usman Qadir, 11. Jason Behrendhorff

Melbourne Renegades have made one change to their 13-man squad, bringing in Joe Mennie for Jon Holland.

Melbourne Renegades Possible Playing 11: 1. Aaron Finch (c), 2. Mackenzie Harvey, 3. Sam Harper (wk), 4. Tom Cooper, 5. Cameron White, 6. Mohammad Nabi, 7. Daniel Christian, 8. Jack Wildermuth, 9. Cameron Boyce, 10. Kane Richardson, 11. Harry Gurney

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Stats and Facts

Perth Scorchers have won eight of nine meetings against Melbourne Renegades, with their only loss coming earlier this season.
Kane Richardson leads the BBL08 wicket taking chart with 18.
Ashton Turner is the only Perth Scorchers batsman to score more than 200 runs in BBL08 (306).

Match Prediction

Perth Scorchers start this match as favourites, even though they can’t seem to buy a win at the moment.

Home ground advantage is always crucial for the Scorchers, but I predict Melbourne Renegades will win this game off the back of a solid batting effort, despite their inconsistency of late.

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New Zealand vs India 3rd ODI Preview Dream11

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New Zealand vs India 3rd ODI Preview Dream11

Thumping in first ODI. Thumping in the second.

Nothing has gone right for New Zealand in this highly-anticipated ODI series. They needed things to go right in the second ODI, but from the first ball where Rohit Sharma edged through a vacant first slip region, the Black Caps were always playing catch up. A total of 324 is perhaps one they would have taken when India’s top three looked on song, but they once again lost far too many wickets too quickly. Can they keep the series alive?

The perfect scenario awaits India. A win here gives them the series, and the luxury of having captain Virat Kohli resting from two dead rubbers. The Indians were good in their recent series in Australia, but they have gone to another level here, dismantling a good New Zealand side twice. Hardik Pandya returns, and India’s top three look in ominous touch, with no sign of holding up. With the bowlers also on song, will they prove too good for the third time in a row?