Match Details:
The 13th match of the 2020 St Lucia T10 Blast will be played between Choiseul Clay Pots and Mon Repos Stars at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Ground in Gros Islet, St Lucia.
The match starts at 12:30 PM local time (10:00 PM IST) (4:30 PM UTC). This game can be streamed live on the Fan Code app.
Preview:
The Mon Repos Stars were off to a spectacular start in the tournament, having smashed 152 runs in their opening game against the Constrictors. They failed to replicate the same batting form against the South Castries Lions, which resulted in a narrow defeat. They will now be up against a strong unit in the Choiseul Clay Pots, who won both their opening games convincingly and unlike the other top teams like the Central Castries and Cannon Blasters, they are dependent on their bowling unit heavily. This will make up for a really interesting contest as the Repos Stars boast of a great lineup too.
Weather Report
Pretty cloudy conditions in Gros Islet ahead of this crucial game and we could be in for some showers as the day progresses. However, going by how the weather has panned out thus far in the tournament, these should be passing showers which might not impact the game.
Pitch Condition/Report:
The pitch is a nightmare for bowlers, as flat as a highway road. Bounce on the track is pretty decent as well, which should make up for a really interesting contest.
Average first innings score: 112 (Last 12 matches in the tournament)
Record of chasing teams: Won – 3, Lost – 9, Tied – 0
Injury and Availability News:
(Will be added when there is an update)
Probable Playing XIs:
Choiseul Clay Pots:
Jason Simon, Junior Henry, Audy Alexander, Vince Smith, Valange St Ange, Nick Joseph, Canice Richardson, Stephan Theophan, Alvinaus Simon, Bronte Bess, Sky Laffeuille.
Bench – Clem St.Rose, Quincy St.Rose.
Mon Repos Stars:
Shervin Charles, Sabinus Emmanuel (WK), Hazel Charlery, Kevin Augustin, Garey Mathurin, Sadrack Descartes, Rohan Lesmond, Mervin Wells, Kendal Samuel, Keon Gaston, Dichege Henry.
Bench – Christian Charlery, Jamal Lesmond, Craig Emmanuel, Evanus Emmanuel.
Top Picks
Junior Henry has been in decent knick this edition and in the opening game of the tournament, he registered a well-compiled 21-ball 42. Other batsmen who have done well and can be tried out in your fantasy team are Vince Smith and Jason Simon, who come in at decent a price and contribute a lot more.
Shervin Charles will continue to be one of the hot picks alongside Sabinus Emmanuel. The openers wrecked havoc against the Constrictors, where they smashed half-centuries and propelled their side a gigantic 152 run total. Kevin Augustin is another player who could make a strong case for himself in your fantasy side alongside Merwin Wells, who chipped in with a brilliant 12-ball 24 in the last game.
Among the bowling options, skipper Bront Bess and Alvinaus Simon have picked up four wickets each in the tournament and Simon’s economy has been under 7, which is sensational for this format. Keon Gaston chipped in with an outstanding 4/9 spell in their last game and besides him, Hazel Charlery is another good option in the bowling unit.
Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:
Captain options – Shervin Charles, Alvinaus Simon
Vice-Captain options – Merwin Wells, Sabinus Emmanuel
Suggested Playing XI for Head to Head/Small Leagues:
Keeper – Jason Simon, Sabinus Emmanuel, Junior Henry
Batsmen – Shervin Charles (C), Merwin Wells (VC), Keon Gaston
All-Rounders – Garey Mathurin, Hazel Charlery
Bowlers – Kevin Augustin, Bront Bess, Alvinus Simon
Suggested Playing XI for Grand Leagues/Mega Leagues:
Keeper – Sabinus Emmanuel (VC), Jason Simon
Batsmen – Shervin Charles, Merwin Wells, Valange St Ange, Vince Smith
All-Rounders – Garey Mathurin, Hazel Charlery
Bowlers – Kevin Augustin, Bront Bess, Alvinus Simon (C)
Expert Advice:
Although it is risky to choose a bowler as captain in this format, Alvinus Simon has earned more points than any of his batsmen and is capable of giving you an edge in the mega leagues.
Probable Winners:
Clay Pots might be unbeaten, but their batting strength will be exposed in this big game. We are predicting a close contest that will go in favor of the Mon Repos Stars, sheerly because of their all-round strength.
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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
