GSL 2024: Match 9, HANTS vs VIC Match Prediction – Who will win today’s GSL match between Hampshire vs Victoria?

The Global Super League 2024 continues with Hampshire (HANTS) taking on Victoria (VIC). Both sides will face off in game 9 of the tournament at the Providence Stadium, Guyana, on Thursday, December 5. Victoria have been in exceptional form in the tournament so far. With three matches played, the side has managed to win two and has lost one clash. The side currently tops the standings and will hope to register another win against Hampshire.

On the other hand, Hampshire has had a forgettable season in the tournament so far. With three matches played, the side has only managed to win one clash and lost the remaining two. Occupying last place in the standings, Hampshire will hope to turn it around and register their second win of the season.

Match Details

Pitch Report

The surface at the Providence Stadium in Guyana is one that is quite slow, with major assistance to the spinners, the batters will look to stay patient in the early stages of the clash and accelerate in the backend. Opting to bowl first after winning the toss could be a wise decision.

Head-to-Head Record

The upcoming encounter will be the first time these sides will be facing each other.

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Probable Playing XIs

Hampshire:

Tom Prest, Alistair Orr, Joe Weatherley, Shan Masood, Toby Albert (wk), Felix Organ, James Fuller, Liam Dawson, Chris Wood (c), Danny Briggs, Sonny Baker

Victoria:

Blake Macdonald, Joe Clarke, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Jonathan Wells, Scott Edwards (wk), Corey Anderson (c), Dominic Drakes, Karima Gore, Max Birthisel, Callum Stow, Jackson Smith.

Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter: Shan Masood 

Hampshire’s Shan Masood could be the best batter in the upcoming clash against Victoria. Shan Masood has been in good form as of late, and with a knock of 79 runs in 54 deliveries in his last game, Hampshire will pin their hopes on Masood once more.

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Probable Best Bowler: Dominic Drakes

Victoria’s Dominic Drakes could be the best bowler in the upcoming clash against Hampshire, with three wickets and conceding just 18 runs in four overs, Drakes looked to be in good form, and he will hope for another good performance in the upcoming clash.

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Today's Match Prediction: Victoria to win the match

Scenario 1

Victoria win the toss and opt to bowl first

Powerplay: 25-35

HANT: 120-130

Victoria win the match

Scenario 2

Hampshire win the toss and opt to bowl first

Powerplay: 45-55

VIC: 140-160

Victoria win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.