ICC Men's T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019: Match 28, Group B, UAE vs Nigeria - Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The match 28 of the ICC T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019 between Oman and Nigeria will be hosted by Sheikh Zayed Stadium Nursery 1, Abu Dhabi.

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

Preview for Dream11 Fantasy

Hosts, UAE looks to get over the off-field controversies as they face table-dwellers, Nigeria in Match 28. Both teams haven’t had the best of ICC T20 World Cup Qualifier campaigns. While UAE has won two out of their four games, Nigeria is stuck at the bottom of the table with no wins in three attempts. Although they entered the tournament with high hopes, the suspensions of key players has rattled UAE.

With a shock loss against Jersey on Tuesday, UAE looks to get back into winning ways in a potential mismatch against Nigeria. Although the hosts are expected to make short work of them, Nigeria is capable of holding its own with the odd upset popping up here and there in the tournament to give them motivation for this game. All eyes will be upon Rohan Mustafa, who remains key to UAE’s fortunes with both bat and ball as they seek a morale-boosting win in Abu Dhabi.

Weather Condition/Report:

Another hot day is in the forecast with the temperature being in excess of 30 degrees Celsius throughout the duration of the match. There will be a breeze from one end of the ground. Humidity is expected to be at 52% at the start of the match, according to AccuWeather.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The pitch has slowed down considerably with the spinners expected to play a major role. Teams have preferred to set targets and defend them, which has been the case in the tournament. As the average first innings score suggests, a low-scoring encounter is on the cards.

Average first innings score: 144 (Three ICC T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019 games)

Record of chasing team: Won – 1, Lost – 2

Injury and Availability News:

Ashfaq Ahmed is suspended by the ICC while Ghulam Shabber has absconded the tournament.

Probable Playing XIs for Dream11 Fantasy

United Arab Emirates:

Chirag Suri, Rohan Mustafa, Rameez Shahzad, Mohammad Usman, Darius D’Silva, Waheed Ahmed, Mohammad Boota (WK), Sultan Ahmed, Ahmed Raza (C), Junaid Siddiqui, Zahoor Khan.

Bench: Imran Haider, Ghulam Shabber, Zawar Farid

Nigeria:

Daniel Ajekun, Leke Oyede, Sulaimon Runsewe, Chimezie Onwuzulike, Ademola Onikoyi (C&WK), Isaac Okpe,  Joseph Adedeji, Daniel Gim, Sylvester Okpe, Chima Akachukwu, Abiodun Abioye

Bench: Vincent Adewoye, Codi Yusuf, Segun Ogundipe, Mohameed Taiwo

Top Picks:

Rohan Mustafa has scored 101 runs and picked seven wickets in four games so far. This tally is the highest in either department for UAE as they expect their star allrounder to come up with the goods once again. UAE captain, Ahmed Raza has also done well in the tournament with four wickets. His economy rate of 5.12 stands out with his ability to pick crucial wickets.

Daniel Ajekun is Nigeria’s best bet with the bat although he has only scored 35 runs so far. With a knack for picking wickets as well, Ajekun is one to watch out for in this game. These players should be picked in your Dream11 Fantasy team.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – Rohan Mustafa, Ahmed Raza, Daniel Ajekun

Vice-Captain – Isaac Okpe, Chirag Suri, Waheed Ahmed

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

Keeper – Sulaimon Runsewe

Batsmen – Daniel Ajekun, Rameez Shahzad, Chirag Suri, Daniel Gim

All-Rounders – Rohan Mustafa (C), Waheed Ahmed (VC), Isaac Okpe

Bowlers – Ahmed Raza, Junaid Siddiqui, Zahoor Khan

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

Keeper – Sulaimon Runsewe

Batsmen – Chirag Suri, Daniel Ajekun (VC), Mohammad Usman, Rameez Shahzad

All-Rounders – Adeleke Oyede, Rohan Mustafa, Waheed Ahmed

Bowlers – Ahmed Raza (C), Sylvester Okpe, Junaid Siddiqui

Expert Advice:

If Nigeria was to bat first, UAE top-order batsmen and a minimum of four bowling options are a must. Rohan Mustafa, who doubles up as an allrounder, is a viable punt in your Dream11 Fantasy team.

With none of the Nigerian players showing consistency with bat or ball, Daniel Ajekun is a dependable pick with the Nigerian opener able to contribute in either department and earn points.

Probable Winners:

UAE is the favourites to win the 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.