Match Details:
The 2nd match of the Bangabandhu T20 2020 will be played between the Fortune Barisal and the Gemcon Khulna at the She-e-Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka.
The match is scheduled to start at 06:30 PM Local Time (06:00 PM IST).
Preview:
The second match of the Bangabandhu T20 Cup will see the Fortune Barisal and Gemcon Khulna take the field for the first time in the tournament. This match will witness some of the superstars of Bangladesh cricket taking the field. Shakib Al Hasan is making a return to cricket and he will be keen to lead his team to victory. Expect this to be a close game with both the teams hoping to start their campaign on a high.
FOR vs GEM Weather Report for Match 2:
With not much rain expected at the venue, this could be a very good day for a cricket match to take place. Temperature is expected to hover in the mid-20s.
Pitch Report:
With the match taking place in the evening, dew will play a huge role. If dew is not there, then the spinners will come into play. It is a tricky decision at the toss and teams should decide it as per the conditions on offer.
Average first innings score:
165 (The 5 last matches of the tournament played at this venue)
Record of chasing teams:
Won – 2, Lost – 3, Tied – 0 (The last 5 matches of the tournament played at this venue)
Injury and Availability News:
(Will be added when there’s an update)
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FOR vs GEM Probable Playing XIs:
Fortune Barishal:
Mahidul Islam Ankon, Tamim Iqbal, Towhid Hridoy, Mohammad Parvez Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Afif Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Abu Jayed, Tanvir Islam, Abu Sayeem, Sohrawordi Shuvo
Bench:
Irfan Sukkur, Saif Hussain, Jahurul Islam, Shuvagata Hom, Aminul Islam, Kamrul Islam Rabbi, Sumon Khan
Gemcon Khulna:
Anamul Haque, Zakir Hasan, Imrul Kayes, Shamim Hossain, Jahurul Islam, Shuvagata Hom, Shakib Al Hasan, Mahmudullah, Taskin Ahmed, Abu Jayed, Kamrul Islam Rabbi
Bench:
Ariful Haque, Salman Hossain, Shaiful Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Mohammad Nazmul Islam, Shahidul Islam, Rishad Hossain
FOR vs GEM Top Picks for Today’s 11Wickets Match:
Tamim Iqbal is the vital cog for his team with the bat. He has played 78 T20Is scoring 1758 runs at an SR of 117.2. Mahmudullah has played 87 T20Is and has mustered 1474 runs while also picking 31 wickets. Shakib Al Hasan is a legend in Bangladesh having amassed 1567 runs and picked 92 wickets in only 76 T20 Internationals.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain Options – Tamim Iqbal, Mahmudullah
Vice-Captain Options – Shakib al Hasan, Imrul Kayes
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Suggested Playing XI No.1 for FOR vs GEM 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Anamul Haque, Zakir Hasan
Batters – Tamim Iqbal (C), Imrul Kayes, Shamim Hossain, Towhid Hridoy
All-Rounders – Shakib Al Hasan (VC), Mahmudullah
Bowlers – Taskin Ahmed, Al-Amin Hossain, Abu Jayed
12th Man – Afif Hossain
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for FOR vs GEM 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Mahidul Islam Ankon, Zakir Hasan
Batters – Tamim Iqbal, Imrul Kayes (VC), Jahurul Islam, Towhid Hridoy
All-Rounders – Shakib Al Hasan, Mahmudullah (C)
Bowlers – Taskin Ahmed, Al-Amin Hossain, Abu Jayed
12th Man – S Shuvo
Expert Advice:
Shakib Al Hasan is making his comeback after serving a ban of one year and he will be hungry to contribute in both the departments of the game. You can make him C of most of your Fantasy teams.
Today’s FOR vs GEM Probable Winners:
Fortune Barisal is predicted to win this game.
