CST vs NOR 11Wickets Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report and Injury Update for Match 19 of the New Zealand Men’s T20

Preview:    

Central Stags and Northern Knights will lock horns with each other for the Match 19 of the New Zealand Men’s T20. The former lost their previous game against Auckland by four wickets. The team posted the target of 168 runs and couldn’t defend it and had to face defeat. They have managed to win three matches from the five they have played in the league so far.

Northern Knights, on the other hand, dominated the proceedings against Canterbury in their previous game. They chased down the target of 108 runs to win the game by 1 wicket. They are placed at the top of the points table with three wins from five games. Heading into this match both sides will aim to bring their best game to the fore.

Match Details:

Central Stags vs Northern Knights, Match 19

Venue: Pukekura Park, New Plymouth

Date and Time: December 30 at 7:10 AM IST

Live Streaming: Fancode

Pitch Report:

The pitch is expected to assist both the batters and the bowlers. In the initial part of the match, the new ball might come nicely on the bat and the batters can play fearless strokes.

Probable Playing XIs for CST vs NOR:

Central Stags

Bayley Wiggins, Greg Hay, Dane Cleaver (wk), Tom Bruce (c), Josh Clarkson, Christian Leopard, Ben Smith, Seth Rance, Ajaz Patel, Blair Tickner, Joey Field

Northern Knights

Katene Clarke, Tim Seifert (wk), Jeet Raval (c), Joe Carter, Brett Hampton, Henry Cooper, Scott Kuggeleijn, Anurag Verma, Ish Sodhi, Trent Boult, Joe Walker

Top Picks for CST vs NOR 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Dane Cleaver has been exceptional for the team in the league so far. He has smashed 217 runs from five matches at an average of 54.25. He can be a good player to bank on for this game.

Greg Hay is the other player whose contributions to the top order will be important for the team. In the last match, he hit an impressive half-century. From five matches in the mega event so far, he has scored 202 runs at a healthy average of 40.40.

Anurag Verma is currently the highest wicket-taker for Northern. He has scalped eight wickets from five matches and had maintained a good economy rate.  He will have his spirits high to perform for the team.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for CST vs NOR 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Dane Cleaver (c), Tim Seifert, Tom Bruce, Joe Carter, Greg Hay, Joe Walker, Brett Hampton, Josh Clarkson, Ish Sodhi, Anurag Verma (vc), Seth Rance

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for CST vs NOR 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket

Dane Cleaver, Tom Bruce, Joe Carter, Greg Hay (c), Jeet Raval, Joe Walker, Brett Hampton, Josh Clarkson, Seth Rance (vc), Blair Tickner, Scott Kuggeleijn

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain Options: Dane Cleaver and Greg Hay

Vice-Captain Options: Anurag Verma and Seth Rance

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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.