Match Details
The 2nd semi-final of Vincy Premier T10 League 2020 will be played between La Soufriere Hikers and Botanic Garden Rangers at the Arnos Valley Sporting Complex in Kingstown.
The match starts at 12:00 PM local time (9:30 PM IST) (4:00 PM GMT). The match can be streamed live on Fan code.
Preview
Vincy Premier T10 League 2020 is moving in its final stages and the second semi-final of the T10 league will be played between La Soufriere Hikers and Botanic Garden Rangers. Both sides look pretty much settled with all their players performing in their top-notch form with the bat.
Hikers have a strong batting line up that has Salvan Brown, Dillon Douglas and Derson Maloney, who would be eager to click some brilliant knocks in order to help their side in qualifying into the final of the tournament. There is no doubt over the fact that their bowling unit has also given impressive performances with the ball.
Botanic Gardens Rangers won three games out of their five outings. They are coming with a winning momentum from their previous match and will look to continue with the same. Rangers will look to hammer another win that will directly take them to the finals.
Weather Condition/Report
There are slight chances of rain on the matchday. And, it might affect the length of the game as well. The wind will be blowing at a normal rate with the temperature expected to hover between 24 and 20 Degree Celsius according to Accuweather.
Pitch Report
The track at Arnos Valley Sporting Complex will be favourable for the batsmen, who will look to dominate the bowlers throughout the match. Also, the side batting first should be well aware of the fact that anything less than 100 will be difficult for the bowlers to defend.
Average first innings score: 88 (Last seven completed matches in the tournament)
Record of the chasing teams: Won – 4; Lost – 3
Injury and Availability News:
(Will be added when there is an update)
Probable Playing XIs
La Soufriere Hikers
Salvan Browne (WK), Camano Cain, Dillon Douglas, Desron Maloney (C), T Harry, Casmus Hackshaw, Rayan Williams, Othneil Lewis, Jeremy Haywood, Kenson Dalzell, Kimson Dalzell
Bench – Dean Browne, Rawdon Bentick
Botanic Gardens Rangers
Oziko Williams, Hyron Shallow, Atticus Browne, Kenneth Dember, Kesrick Williams (C), Kevin Abraham, Kimali Williams, Joey Welcome, Nigel Small, Romario Bibby, R Charles
Bench: Casnel Morris, Romel Currency
Top Picks
Salvan Browne will be the most demanded pick by the user for any fantasy side. He is a prolific batsman, who has scored 144 runs in Vincy T10 League 2020. Dillon Douglas should also be picked in the fantasy side looking forward to his current batting form with the bat. Othneil Lewis is a brilliant bowler, who has grabbed wickets in his every outing. So, he will also play a vital role in the upcoming match.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain options – Salvan Brown, Kenneth Dember
Vice-Captain options – Dillon Douglas, Kesrick Williams,
Suggested Playing XI for Head to Head/Small Leagues:
Keeper – Casmus Hackshaw
Batsmen – Desron Maloney, Dillon Douglas, Salvan Brown, Hyron Shallow, Atticus Browne
All-Rounders – Kesrick Williams (C), Kenneth Dember (VC)
Bowlers – Kimson Dalzell, Othneil Lewis, Jeremy Haywood
Suggested Playing XI for Grand/Mega Leagues:
Keeper – Casmus Hackshaw, Oziko Williams
Batsmen – Desron Maloney, Dillon Douglas (VC), Salvan Brown (C)
All-Rounders – Kesrick Williams, Kenneth Dember, Rayan Williams
Bowlers – Kimson Dalzell, Othneil Lewis, Jeremy Haywood
Expert Advice
It will be wise for the user to go with in-form players in the semi-final match between La Soufriere Hikers and Botanic Garden Rangers.
Probable Winners
La Soufriere Hikers are expected to win the match.
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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
from Fantasy Cricket – CricTracker