ICC T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019: Playoff 4, Hong Kong vs Oman, Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The Fourth Play-off of the ICC T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019 between Hong Kong and Oman will be hosted by Dubai International Stadium, Dubai.

The match starts at 7:30 PM local time (9:00 PM IST) (3:30 PM GMT). This game can be watched live on Star Sports 3 in India with live streaming available on Hotstar.

Preview:

It all comes down to this game for Asian rivals, Oman and Hong Kong as they face each other in the fourth playoff to decide the final entrant of the ICC T20 World Cup 2020 in Australia. While Oman’s superior showing in the league phase gives them another bite at the cherry, Hong Kong comes into this game as the clear underdogs. Although Oman narrowly missed out on the top spot in Group B, they are under a lot of pressure with losses against Jersey and Namibia proving to be killer blows.

The likes of Khawar Ali and Jatinder Singh give Oman the edge with the Gulf side already beating Hong Kong by seven wickets in the corresponding league fixture earlier in the month. Nevertheless, momentum should play a key role, which makes this game a potential classic at the Dubai International Stadium.

Weather Condition/Report:

No rain is expected with the temperature expected to be in the thirties during the course of the game. While dew could play a part as the game progresses, the humidity of 56% is expected, according to AccuWeather.

Pitch Condition/Report:

A good batting surface awaits the two sides with the average score being in excess of 160. Pacers have enjoyed conditions here with the pitch also providing some turn for the spinners to exploit. Considering the record at the venue, teams will prefer batting first and defending it under the lights

Average first innings score: 156 (Eight ICC T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019 games)

Record of chasing team: Won – 2, Lost – 6

Injury and Availability News:

(Will be added when there is an update)

Probable Playing XIs:

Hong Kong:

Nizakat Khan,  Aizaz Khan (C),  Kinchit Shah,  Waqas Barkat,  Simandeep Singh,  Scott McKenchie (WK),  Haroon Arshad,  Nasrulla Rana,  Kyle Christie,  Ehsan Khan,  Mohammad Ghazanfar

Bench: Ahsan Abbasi,  Aarush Bhagwat,  Raag Kapur,  Shahid Wasif

Oman:

Khawar Ali,  Jatinder Singh,  Aqib Ilyas,  Zeeshan Maqsood (C),  Aamir Kaleem,  Suraj Kumar (WK),  Khurram Nawaz,  Sandeep Goud,  Mohammad Nadeem,  Bilal Khan and  Fayyaz Butt

Bench: Mehran Khan,  Kaleemullah,  Jay Odedra,  Naseem Khushi

Top Picks:

Khawar Ali struck some form with the bat in Oman’s loss to Namibia with a fluent 41. Adding his bowling ability to the equation, Ali is a worthwhile pick for the Dream11 team. Bilal Khan is the highest wicket-taker for Oman with twelve and has been a constant threat with the new ball.

Hong Kong allrounder, Kinchit Shah is third on the list for most runs with 219 at an average of 43.80. With two fifties and a couple of wickets as well to his name, Shah is crucial to Hong Kong’s hopes of qualification.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – Khawar Ali,  Kinchit Shah,  Aqib Ilyas

Vice-Captain – Nizakat Khan,  Bilal Khan,  Aizaz Khan

Suggested Playing XI for Head to Head/Small Leagues:

Keeper – Scott McKenchie

Batsmen – Nizakat Khan (VC),  Aqib Ilyas,  Jatinder Singh

All-Rounders – Khawar Ali (C),  Aamir Kaleem,  Kinchit Shah,  Aizaz Khan

Bowlers – Bilal Khan,  Kyle Christie,  Nasrulla Rana

Suggested Playing XI for Grand Leagues/Mega Leagues:

Keeper – Scott McKenchie

Batsmen – Aqib Ilyas,  Nizakat Khan,  Haroon Arshad

All-Rounders – Kinchit Shah (C),  Khawar Ali (VC),  Aamir Kaleem,  Zeeshan Maqsood

Bowlers – Bilal Khan,  Mohammad Nadeem,  Kyle Christie

Expert Advice:

Although both keepers, Scott McKenchie and Suraj Kumar are both available for 8.5 credits, Scott McKenchie would be the ideal option with Kumar likely to spend lesser time than his Hong Kong counterpart due to the strength of the Oman top-order.

Spinners are key in the middle overs with Khawar Ali and Aamir Kaleem also doubling up as batting options for the Dream11 contest.

Probable Winners:

Oman is expected 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.