Legends League Cricket 2022: Match 1, India Maharajas vs Asia Lions, Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match?

Cricket fans must gear up to get nostalgic as the inaugural season of the Legends League Cricket is set to get underway on January 20. The tournament would see veteran and retired cricket stars from many countries plying their trade. India Maharajas will square off against the Asia Lions in the opening game at the Oman Cricket Academy Ground in Muscat, Oman.

Both teams are studded with prominent names and hence it promises to be an exciting contest. As the name suggests, India Maharajas have the services of several Indian cricket stars such as Yuvraj Singh and Irfan Pathan. On the other hand, Shahid Afridi will lead Asia Lions, which is studded with Pakistan and Sri Lankan stars.

Match Details:

India Maharajas vs Asia Lions, Match 1

Venue: Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 1), Al Amerat

Date & Time: January 20th at 8:00 PM IST and 6:30 PM Local Time

Where to Watch:  Sony Sports network

Pitch Report:

The track at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground has been pretty even so far. The ball comes onto the bat nicely, allowing batters to play their shots freely. While fast bowlers might get some purchase early on, spinners would come into play in the latter stages.

Average score: 150 (30 T20Is in Al Amerat)

Record of chasing teams: Won-16, Lost -14

Probable Playing XIs for INM vs ASL:

India Maharajas

S Badrinath, Yusuf Pathan, Mohammad Kaif (C), Yuvraj Singh, Naman Ojha (wk), Irfan Pathan, Manpreet Gony, Munaf Patel, RP Singh, Pragyan Ojha, Hemang Badani

Asia Lions

Sanath Jayasuriya, Tillakaratne Dilshan, Mohammad Hafeez, Misbah-Ul-Haq, Shoaib Malik, Shahid Afridi (c), Kamran Akmal (wk), Umar Gul, Muttiah Muralitharan, Shoaib Akhtar, Azhar Mahmood

Probable top performers

Virender Sehwag – India Maharajas

The dashing opener will lead the team and many eyes will be on him. One of the most destructive openers ever, Sehwag will try attacking Lions bowlers from the outset. As the track won’t have a lot of assistance for bowlers, one must back Sehwag to make his bat talk. Hence, the likes of Muttiah Muralitharan and Shoaib Akhtar have a job in hand.

Mohammad Hafeez – Asia Lions

Having retired from international cricket only recently, Mohammad Hafeez is expected to have a good time on the field. The right-handed batter can score quick runs in the middle overs and is pretty handy with his off-spins as well. Hence, the Lions would want the all-rounder to do well.

Today’s match prediction: Asia Lions to win the match.

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.