ICC Men's T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019: Match 8, Group A, Scotland vs Kenya - Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 8th game of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019 in Group A will be played between Scotland and Kenya at the ICC Academy Ground No.2 in Dubai.

The match starts at 3:40 PM IST (2:10 PM local time) (10:10 AM GMT). There is no live streaming of this match in India.

Preview for Dream11 Fantasy:

Both Scotland and Kenya got off the worst possible starts in the T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019. Singapore shocked Scotland who are rather the favourites to qualify for the mega event next year. The Kyle Coetzer-led side agonisingly fell two runs short of the target set by Singapore. Amjad Mahboob bowled an exceptional last over when Scotland needed 8 runs in the final over.

Kenya, on the other hand, lost to the Netherlands despite trying their best to chase down the 167-run target. Collins Obuya was one of the best players for them on the day. He picked a couple of wickets with the ball and then kept Kenya in the hunt during the steep chase. Kenya will need more such performances from the other players to beat Scotland.

Weather Conditions

The conditions will be bright and sunny in Dubai by the time this match starts. The temperature will hover around 32-34 Degrees Celsius during the match according to AccuWeather. There is no chance of rain at all.

Pitch Conditions/Report:

The trend of the team batting first winning has started in Dubai. But this match is at the ICC Academy Ground No.2 where three warm-up matches were played ahead of the tournament. The chasing should be the mantra here it seems and it will be interesting to see what teams will opt for after winning the toss.

Average first innings score: 150 (three warm-up matches at the venue)

Record of the chasing teams: Won – 2; Lost – 1

Injury and Availability News:

(Will be added when there’s an update)

Probable Playing XIs for Dream11 Fantasy

Scotland

George Munsey, Kyle Coetzer (c), Ollie Hairs, Calum MacLeod, Richie Berrington, Matthew Cross (wk), Tom Sole/Mark Watt, Safyaan Sharif, Josh Davey, Alasdair Evans, Hamza Tahir.

Bench – Craig Wallace, Michael Leask, Mark Watt/Tom Sole, Adrian Neill

Kenya

Dhiren Gondaria, Alex Obanda, Jasraj Kundi, Collins Obuya, Rakep Patel, Shem Ngoche (c), Irfan Karim (wk), Nelson Odhiambo, Lucas Oluoch, Elijah Otieno, Pushpak Kerai

Bench – Emmanuel Bundi, Rushab Patel, Aman Gandhi, Sachin Bhudia

Top Picks:

Collins Obuya is an ideal pick in your Dream11 Fantasy team. He scored 63 runs off 40 balls against the Netherlands and picked two wickets as well. George Munsey and Kyle Coetzer open the innings and should be in your team. Both of them are in good form. Calum MacLeod is also a crucial player for Scotland.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – Collins Obuya, George Munsey, Calum MacLeod, Kyle Coetzer

Vice-Captain – Rakep Patel, Ollie Hairs, Hamza Tahir

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

Keeper – Irfan Karim

Batsmen – Kyle Coetzer, Rakep Patel, Calum MacLeod, Ollie Hairs, George Munsey (C)

All-Rounders – Shem Ngoche, Collins Obuya (VC)

Bowlers – Josh Davey, Hamza Tahir, Safyaan Sharif.

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

Keeper – Matthew Cross

Batsmen – Kyle Coetzer (C), George Munsey, Calum MacLeod (VC), Dhiren Gondaria, Rakep Patel

All-Rounders – Collins Obuya

Bowlers – Josh Davey, Hamza Tahir, Safyaan Sharif, Nelson Odhiambo.

Expert Advice:

Both the wicket-keepers are of not great use in terms of earning Fantasy points. Picking Irfan Karim in your Dream11 Fantasy team is advisable as he is available for 8.5 credits.

Probable Winners:

Expect Scotland to win the match and get off the mark in the tournament but not before Kenya put up a fight once again.

*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.