Preview:
Mon Repos Stars had a very good time in the last edition of the St Lucia Blast. They made it through to the finals, but ultimately faltered at the step where everything was at stake. This time around, they will be determined to walk that extra mile.
But it will be easier said than done against Gros Islet Cannon Blasters. The Blasters have got themselves off to a winning start in this edition. They have quite a few youngsters in their team in the likes of Kimani Melius, who have represented the nation in age-level tournaments.
Match Details:
Mon Repos Stars vs Gros Islet Cannon Blasters, Match 12
Venue: Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, St Lucia
Date & Time: 6th May at 12:00 AM IST and 2:30 PM Local Time
Live Streaming: Fancode
Pitch Report:
The track here in St Lucia is batting-friendly. Bowlers will have to be at the top of their game if they were to restrict the batting team for under 90.
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Probable Playing XIs for MRS vs GCB:
Mon Repos Stars
Sabinus Emmanuel (wk), Evanus Emmanuel, Christian Charlery (c), Keon Gaston, Rohan Lesmond, Kevin Augustin, Sadrack Descartes, Craig Emmanuel, Hazel Charlery, Dichege Henry, Shawnil Edward
Gros Islet Cannon Blasters
Vernillius Gabriel (wk), Khan Elcock, Kimani Melius (c), Udell Preville, Larry Edward, Jard Goodman, Kymani Sexius, Dornan Edward, Tyrel Chicot, Lee Solomon, Royce Paul
Top Picks for MRS vs GCB 11Wickets Match:
Kevin Augustin was one of Repos’ most trusted batsmen in the last edition, as he scored 120 runs. He also picked up 2 wickets in that edition.
Sabinus Emmanuel was also in decent touch with the bat in the last edition. He scored 90+ runs and looked sharp behind the stumps as well.
Larry Edward was in fiery form in his first game of the season. He scored a quick-fire 22 from only 8 balls.
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Suggested Playing XI No.1 for MRS vs GCB 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Sabinus Emmanuel, Christian Charlery, Rohan Lesmond, Jard Goodman, Kimani Melius, Kevin Augustin (c), Sadrack Descartes, Larry Edward (vc), Hazel Charlery, Dichege Henry, Dornan Edward
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for MRS vs GCB 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Sabinus Emmanuel (c), Vernillius Gabriel, Christian Charlery, Lee Solomon, Kimani Melius (vc), Kevin Augustin, Sadrack Descartes, Larry Edward, Hazel Charlery, Tyrel Chicot, Kymani Sexius
Captain and Vice-Captain Options
Captain Options: Kevin Augustin, Sabinus Emmanuel
Vice-Captain Options: Larry Edward, Kimani Melius