ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019: Group A, Match 5, Papua New Guinea vs Bermuda - Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips - Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 5th game of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019 in Group A will be played between Papua New Guinea and Bermuda at the ICC Academy in Dubai.

The match starts at 11:30 AM IST (10 AM local time) (6:00 AM GMT). There is no live streaming of this match in India.

Preview for Dream11 Fantasy:

Papua New Guinea and Bermuda will get their campaign underway in the ongoing T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019 on Saturday. PNG lost both their warm-up matches against Oman and the hosts United Arab Emirates ahead of the tournament. However, they will take heart from the way they batted against the UAE while chasing 194. PNG scored 178 runs in 20 overs as almost all the batsmen contributed to the total.

Bermuda, on the other hand, had mixed outings in the warm-up fixtures. They first went past Nigeria rather comfortably before going down to Hong Kong. Both the teams will hope to put their best foot forward to start their tournament with a victory.

Weather Condition/Report:

The sun will be out to welcome both the side at the ICC Academy in Dubai on Saturday. The temperature will hover around 32-36 Degrees Celsius and the players might struggle due to excessive heat in the middle. There is no chance of rain whatsoever according to the AccuWeather.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The opening game of the tournament between Singapore and Scotland witnessed scores over 160 in both the innings. The trend might continue for the first few matches as the pitches are fresh before getting slower as the competition progresses. Expect the team winning the toss to bat first.

Average first innings score: 153 (19 T20Is played at the venue)

Record of the chasing teams: Won – 4; Lost 14; NR – 1

Injury and Availability News:

Chad Soper didn’t play any of the two warm-up games for PNG. There is no update if he’s injured. If he is fit, Soper will definitely play.

Probable Playing XIs for Dream11 Fantasy

Papua New Guinea

Tony Ura, Assad Vala (C), Lega Siaka, Charles Amini, Sese Bau, Chad Soper/John Reva, Kiplin Doriga (WK), Norman Vanua, Jason Kila, Nosaina Pokana, Riley Hekure/Damien Ravu

Bench – Riley Hekure/Damien Rav, John Reva/Chad Soper, Simon Atai, Hiri Hiri.

Bermuda

Okera Bascome (WK), Dion Stovell (C), Kamau Leverock, Delray Rawlins, Allan Douglas, Janeiro Tucker, Deunte Darrell, Malachi Jones, Rodney Trott, George O’Brien, Derrick Brangman.

Bench – Terryn Fray, Sinclair Smith, Oronde Bascome, Macai Simmons, Charles Trott, Onais Bascome

Top Picks:

Assad Vala, the PNG skipper, has to be picked in your Dream11 Fantasy side. He bowls four overs and opens the innings for his team. Delray Rawlins is another top player which has to be in your team. He bats at number four and then also bowls four overs. Chad Soper of PNG, if plays, should be picked. He is a wicket-taking bowler.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Delray Rawlins, Assad Vala, Charles Amini

Vice-Captain Options – Kamau Leverock, Sese Bau, Norman Vanua

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Dream11 Fantasy:

Keeper – Okera Bascome

Batters – Kamau Leverock, Lega Siaka, Tony Ura

All-Rounders – Dion Stovell, Delray Rawlins (VC), Assad Vala (C), Charles Amini

Bowlers – George O’Brien, Nosaina Pokana, Norman Vanua

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Dream11 Fantasy:

Keeper – Kiplin Doriga

Batters – Sese Bau, Lega Siaka, Tony Ura

All-Rounders – Dion Stovell, Delray Rawlins (C), Assad Vala, Charles Amini (VC)

Bowlers – Derrick Brangman, George O’Brien, Chad Soper.

Expert Advice:

Doriga has been picked by almost 80 percent users. But he might bat around 5-6. Okera Bascome opens the innings for Bermuda and it would be wise to pick him in your Dream11 Fantasy side.

Probable Winners:

It is expected to be a close fight between PNG and Bermuda and it is tough to predict the winner.

*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.