Sheffield Shield 2021/22, Match 15: QUN vs NSW Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report and Injury Update

Preview:

Sheffield Shield returns as Queensland will take on New South Wales in the 15^th match which starts from Wednesday. Queensland are in a better position at the moment having won 2 of their 5 matches and currently sitting at the 2^nd spot in the standings with 20.77 points. It’s been 2 and half months since they have donned the whites and it will be challenging for them to get used to it.

New South Wales, on the other hand, have played 3 matches in this competition where they lost 2 of them and sits at the bottom of the table with 3.93 points. They have named a young squad for this game and Daniel Hughes will lead the side. They need to play their best cricket against the mighty Queensland.

Match Details:

Queensland vs New South Wales, Match 15

Venue: Gabba, Brisbane

Date &Time: February 9^th-12^th, at 5:30 AM IST and 10:00 AM local time

Pitch Report:

As usual, the pacers will get more benefit out of the surface, and as the game progresses the wicket will likely become flat. The first one hour will be crucial and batting first is a good option.

Probable Playing XIs for QUN vs NSW:

Queensland

Xavier Bartlett, Usman Khawaja (c), Marnus Labuschagne, Matt Renshaw, Jimmy Pierson (wk), Jack Wildermuth, Michael Neser, James Bazley, Mark Steketee, Mitchell Swepson, Bryce Street

New South Wales

Daniel Hughes (c), Harry Conway, Trent Copeland, Jack Edwards, Jason Sangha, Matthew Gilkes, Ryan Hackney / Ryan Hadley, Baxter Holt, Hayden Kerr, Tanveer Sangha, Chris Tremain

Top Picks for QUN vs NSW Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Queensland

Usman Khawaja has been rewarded a chance in the Ashes squad for his consistent performances in the domestic circuit and he didn’t disappoint either and scored twin centuries at SCG against England. He is the 2^nd leading run-scorer in this tournament with 460 runs in 5 matches.

Marnus Labuschagne had a decent Ashes against England, he has got a great game temperament and always gives his best for the side. In 5 matches in this tournament, he has accumulated 455 runs at an average of 65 with the highest score of 136 and picked up 2 wickets as well.

Top Picks – New South Wales

Daniel Hughes will have additional responsibilities in this match. In 3 matches in this tournament, he has scored 244 runs at an average of 48.8 with the highest score of 89*.

Jason Sangha is one of the most improved cricketers in all aspects of the game lately and he did really well in the BBL. In 3 matches in this tournament, he has added 109 runs at an average of 18.16 with the highest score of 78.

QUN vs NSW Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for QUN vs NSW Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Jimmy Pierson, Usman Khawaja, Daniel Hughes, Marnus Labuschagne (c), Bryce Street, Michael Neser, Jack Wildermuth (vc), Jack Edwards, Chris Tremain, Mark Steketee, Hayden Kerr

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for QUN vs NSW Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Matthew Gilkes, Usman Khawaja (c), Daniel Hughes (vc), Matt Renshaw, Marnus Labuschagne, Jason Sangha, Michael Neser, Jack Wildermuth, Chris Tremain, Mark Steketee, Hayden Kerr

QUN vs NSW Risky Captaincy Choices:

Bryce Street has struck 324 runs in 5 matches in this tournament at an average of 36 with the highest score of 143. He is another good captaincy pick for your fantasy teams.

Jack Edwards is a good young lad, he has managed to score 95 runs and picked up 4 wickets so far in this tournament. He is a risky captaincy pick for your fantasy teams.

Player you should avoid:

Trent Copeland has scored only 28 runs and picked up one wicket in the 2 matches he has played in this tournament. It’s better to avoid him while making your fantasy teams.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

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.