Match Details:
The 3rd match of the ECS Bulgarian T10 league will be played between MU Dons and Barbarian CC at National Sports Academy Vasil Levski, Sofia.
The match is scheduled to start at 3:30 PM IST (1:00 PM local time) and will be streamed live on the European Cricket Network and on Fancode.
Preview:
ECS Bulgaria T10 league is starting on Monday, September 7th. The third match of the competition will be played between MU Dons and Barbarian CC and both the teams will be playing their second match of the day. It’s an excellent opportunity for both the team’s players to show their talent and prove themselves that they are ready for the big stage.
Both the teams have talented players in their line-ups and they will be excited to play the inaugural edition. Since T10 format is mostly in favour of the batsmen, we can expect a run-fest in this match. Also, they will have an idea of the behaviour of the pitch having played a match each prior to this game.
Weather Report:
It will be a sunny afternoon in Sofia with a temperature of 29 Degrees Celsius and there is no chance of rain.
Pitch Condition/Report:
As this is the first day of the tournament, the nature of the wicket is unknown. However, with the matting wicket expected to be on offer, batsmen might have more fun.
Average first innings score: N/A
Record of chasing teams: N/A
Injury and Availability News:
(Will be added when there is an update)
Probable Playing XIs:
MU Dons
Kiran Dasan, Sunny Talpur, Umar Naveed, Zain Asif, Saim Hussain, Karthik Sreekumar, Sulaiman Ali, Asan Ali Rehemtulla, Rohan Patel, Thiekshan Suresh, Huzaifah Babur
Bench: Zain Abidi, Borislav Metodi, Arif Khan
Barbarian CC
Ivaylo Katzarski, Nikolay Nankov, Dimo Krasimirov Nikolov, Andrei Lilov, Deyan Georglev, Nick Robinson, Hristo Boykov Ivanov, Ivan Kamburov, Krasmir Kamenov, Boyko Heralanov, Stuart Clarkson
Bench: Tom Omolo, Andy Robinson, Alexander Stoychev, Jevon Payne
Top Picks:
Kiran Dasan has mustered 114 runs and scalped four wickets in three matches so far in his career. He took three wickets for just 24 runs in his last outing.
Hristo Boykov Ivanov is an explosive batsman and his strike-rate of 231.46 proves it. He has crossed the 25-run mark four times in nine matches.
Dimo Krasimirov Nikolov is one of the best bowlers in Barbarian CC having picked five wickets in seven matches.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain Options – Sulaiman Ali, Dimo Nikolov, Boiko Ivanov
Vice-Captain Options – Kiran Dasan, Hristo Boykov, Stuart Clarkson
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Saim Hussain, Hristo Boykov Ivanov
Batters – Kiran Dasan (C), Nick Robinson, Nikolay Nankov
All-Rounders – Asan Ali Rehemtulla (VC), Dimo Krasimirov Nikolov
Bowlers – Karthik Sreekumar, Krasmir kamenov, Arif Khan, Ivan Kamburov
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Hristo Boykov (VC), Saim Hussain
Batters – Sunny Talpur, Nick Robinson, Boyko Heralanov, Zain Asif
All-Rounders – Dimo Krasimirov (C), Stuart Clarkson
Bowlers – Karthik Sreekumar, Umar Naveed, Krasmir Kamenov
Expert Advice:
After the first two matches of the day, you will get the idea about the players and their skills. Finalise your Fantasy teams after the toss.
Probable Winners:
MU Dons are expected to win this match.
