ICC Men's T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019: Match 10, Group A, Papua New Guinea vs Namibia, Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The Group A game of the ICC T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019 between Papua New Guinea and Namibia will be hosted by ICC Academy No 2 in Dubai

The match starts at 10:00 AM local time (11:30 AM IST) (6:00 AM GMT)

Preview for Dream11 Fantasy

In the first game on what promises to be an action-packed Sunday, Papua New Guinea and Namibia lock horns at the ICC Academy in Dubai. Both teams have played one game each and would be aiming for nothing but a win in this encounter. Although only the Netherlands separates them in the ICC T20I rankings, Namibia is considered the favourites owing to their power-packed batting unit. Players such as JP Kotze and Craig Williams are capable of scoring at high strike-rates to give Namibia the edge.

As for PNG, they put on a bowling masterclass against Bermuda as Norman Vanua picked three wickets. With momentum on their side, Assad Vala and co would ideally fancy their chances as well on a slightly slower track in Dubai. With both teams being well balanced on paper, a close encounter is on the cards to kickstart proceedings on a hot Sunday morning.

Weather Condition/Report:

There isn’t any chance of rain with a little cloud cover also on offer. The temperature will hover around 30-34 Degrees Celsius and the players might struggle with the heat. The humidity of 66% at the start of the game, according to AccuWeather, could also have an effect on the proceedings.

Pitch Condition/Report:

Teams will prefer batting first upon winning the toss with the pitch slowing down as the game progresses in all games played in Dubai. Batting is best in the first six overs with the field restrictions playing into the hands of the batsmen.

Average first innings score: 155 (Four matches in the ICC T20 Qualifiers 2019 including warm-ups)

Record of chasing team: Won – 2, Lost – 2

 Injury and Availability News:

(Will be added when there is an update)

Probable Playing XIs for Dream11 Fantasy

PNG:

Assad Vala (C), Tony Ura, Laga Siaka, Charles Amini, Sese Bau, Riley Hekure, Kiplin Doriga (WK), Jason Kila, Norman Vanua, Damien Ravu, Nosiana Pokana

Bench: Chad Soper, John Reva, Hiri Hiri, Simon Atai

Namibia:

Niko Davin, Gerhard Erasmus (C), JP Kotze, Craig Williams, Jan Frylinck, Christi Viljoen, Zane Green (WK),  Bernard Scholtz, Helao Nafidi Ya-France, Zhivago Groenewald, JJ Smit

Bench: Ben Shikongo, Tangeni Lungameni, Karl Birkenstock, Stephan Baard

Top Picks:

Assad Vala put on a stunning all-round performance against Bermuda to give PNG the perfect start. The PNG captain scored a brisk fifty along with a wicket with the ball in hand to set the tone for the rest of the tournament. Gerhard Erasmus is another such all-rounder who bats in the top order and bowls leg-spin. Erasmus has a career strike rate of 141.83 while his average of 9.87 with the ball is staggering. Both should be picked in your Dream11 Fantasy side.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – Assad Vala,  Gerhard Erasmus,  JP Kotze

Vice-Captain – Norman Vanua,  Tony Ura,  Jan Frylinck

Suggested Playing XI for Head to Head/Small Leagues for Dream11 Fantasy:

Keeper – JP Kotze

Batsmen – Jan Frylinck, Lega Siaka, Tony Ura

All-Rounders – Gerhard Erasmus (VC), Assad Vala (C), JJ Smit, Charles Amini

Bowlers – Bernard Scholtz, Nosaina Pokana, Norman Vanua

Suggested Playing XI for Grand Leagues/Mega Leagues for Dream11 Fantasy:

Keeper – JP Kotze (VC)

Batsmen – Jan Frylinck, Tony Ura, Sese Bau

All-Rounders – Gerhard Erasmus, Assad Vala,  JJ Smit (C), Craig Williams

Bowlers – Nosiana Pokana, Norman Vanua, Helao Nafidi Ya-France

Expert Advice:

All-rounders are the safer punts in this game with JJ Smit, Assad Vala and Gerhard Erasmus batting in the top order and capable of earning a huge number of fantasy points.

While Kiplin Doriga is offered for at the same price for 8.5 credits, he should be overlooked for JP Kotze, whose higher batting position and ability against spin is a handy option to have in the fantasy team.

Pikki Ya France and Helao Nafidi Ya-France are both same. The latter name is according to Dream11 Fantasy.

Probable Winners:

Namibia’s batting prowess gives them the edge over PNG in what promises to be a close encounter.

*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.