Match Details:
The 9th match of the Super50 Cup 2021 will be played between Windward Volcanoes and Jamaica Scorpions on 16th February at Coolidge Cricket Ground in Antigua.
The match is scheduled to start at 1:30 PM local time (11:00 PM IST) and it will be streamed live on Fancode.
Preview:
Jamaica have got off to a start in the 2021 edition of Super50 Cup which not many saw coming. They have suffered defeats in both the games that they have played so far, and while that in itself is something that will cause them headaches, it is the manner of defeats which is more concerning.
In both the games, the men from Jamaica were outplayed in every department. Their opponents Windward Islands started the campaign with an impressive win against Leeward Islands, but suffered a defeat in their last game. Hence, this game will be crucial for both teams.
WIN vs JAM Weather Report for Match 9:
It will be partly cloudy here in Antigua, but there are no chances of precipitation. The temperature will be around 24 °C.
Pitch Condition/Report:
The pitch will offer the batsmen more purchase than the bowlers. However, batting will be a bit difficult in the initial few overs.
Average first innings score:
267 (Last 5 matches played on this venue)
Record of chasing teams:
Won – 4, Lost – 1, Tie – 0
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Injury and Availability News:
(Will be added when there is an update)
WIN vs JAM Today’s Probable Playing XIs:
Windward Volcanoes
Andre Fletcher, Kimani Melius, Sunil Ambris (c), Kevin Stoute, Emmanuel Stewart (wk), Keron Cottoy, Ryan John, Larry Edwards, Ray Jordan, Kenneth Dember, Preston McSween
Bench:
Roland Cato, Desron Maloney, Alick Athanaze, Obed McCoy
Jamaica Scorpions
Aldane Thomas (wk), Paul Palmer, Brandon King, Andre McCarthy, Rovman Powell (c), Fabian Allen, Derval Green, Jamie Merchant, Dennis Bulli, Sheldon Cottrell, Oshane Thomas
Bench:
Javelle Glen, Romaine Morrison, Jeavor Royal, Odean Smith
WIN vs JAM Top Picks for Today’s 11Wickets Match:
Sunil Ambris is in scintillating form. He has batted well in both the games and has already accumulated over 130 runs.
His opposite number Rovman Powell has also been decent with the bat. He has scored 75 runs, including a highest score of 43.
Dennis Bulli can be a decent budget pick from the bowlers. He has picked up 3 wickets, second to only Sheldon Cottrell in his team.
Preston McSween is another decent budget bowling option. He has picked up 2 wickets and has an economy rate of under 4 runs per over.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain Options – Sunil Ambris, Rovman Powell, Andre McCarthy
Vice-Captain Options – Brandon King, Andre Fletcher, Keron Cottoy
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Suggested Playing XI No.1 for WIN vs JAM 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – Emmanuel Stewart
Batters – Andre Fletcher, Brandon King (vc), Rovman Powell, Andre McCarthy
All-Rounders – Sunil Ambris (c), Keron Cottoy, Kevin Stoute
Bowlers – Oshane Thomas, Larry Edwards, Sheldon Cottrell
12th Man – Aldane Thomas
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for WIN vs JAM 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Keeper – A Thomas
Batters – Andre Fletcher (vc), Kimani Melius, Brandon King, Rovman Powell (c)
All-Rounders – Sunil Ambris, Keron Cottoy, Fabian Allen
Bowlers – Preston McSween, Sheldon Cottrell, Dennis Bulli
12th Man – Andre McCarthy
Expert Advice:
If you are looking for a budget option from the batsmen, Aldaine Thomas can be a good option. He has scored 49 runs at an average of nearly 25.
Today’s WIN vs JAM Probable Winners:
Jamaica Scorpions are expected to win this match.
