Vanuatu Blast T10 League 2020: Match 5, Mighty Efate Panthers vs Ifira Sharks: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 5th match of Betbarter Vanuatu Blast T10 League 2020 will be played between Mighty Efate Panthers and Ifira Sharks at the Vanuatu Cricket Ground – Hybrid Oval.

The match starts at 1:00 PM local time (7:30 AM IST) (2:00 AM GMT).

This game can be streamed live on CricTracker’s Youtube channel.

Preview:

The first game of the Vanuatu Blast T10 League this Saturday will be played between the Mighty Efate Panthers and Ifira Sharks. After four matches in the competition, it can be said the Panthers have got the best batting line-up as they scored 125+ in two matches. On the other hand, the Sharks have got the bowling attack of the tournament and also the poorest batting. They were bowled out for only 35 against Panthers but held them till 8th over picking up five wickets. In the second match against the Bulls, the Ifira Sharks took nearly nine overs and six wickets to chase a target of 62.

Weather Condition/Report:

The weather is likely to be pleasant in the afternoon at the venue.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The Hybrid Oval of the Vanuatu Cricket Ground has witnessed an interesting set of games during the first two matchdays. The two matches involving Ifira Sharks recorded totals while the remaining two games provided as many as three totals of 130+. The line-up of Sharks is dominated by brilliant bowlers and not so strong batting. Hence, they are likely to cause low-scoring matches irrespective of the pitch.

Average first innings score: 89 (This tournament)

Record of chasing teams: Won – 3, Lost – 1

Injury and Availability News:

(Will be added when there is an update)

Probable Playing XIs:

Ifira Sharks:

Nalin Nipiko (C), Jamal Vira (WK), William Yamak, Bethan Moli, Apolinaire Stephen, Niko Unavalu, Michael Avock, Fernando Laumae, Vince Vira, Obed Yoseph, Stephane Sandy.

Bench – Wolford Kalworai, Gilmour Kaltongga, Harry Pakoa, Brenan Meyer, Alex Stephen, Ambong Rakau.

Mighty Efate Panthers:

Joshua Rasu (C), Lazaro Carlot, Jarryd Allan (WK), Wesley Vira, Simpson Obed, McMillan Markia, Shem Sala, Kendy Kenneth, Kenny Tari, Tony Tamata, Selwyn Garae.

Bench – Brian Tari, William Laumae, Edwell Kalfau, Manu Kenni, Lenika Natapei, Richard Barnes, Lency Shem, Junior Alfred Carlot.

Top Picks:

The Panthers’ players Wesley Vira and Simpson Obed are two of the four players who have picked as many as five wickets in the tournament thus far. Both have fared well with the bat as Wesley scored 74 runs while Simpson aggregated 48 runs. The Ifira Sharks captain Nalin Nipiko scored 35 runs in two matches including an unbeaten 33 and also picked up two wickets at an economy rate of 4.12 across 2.4 overs bowled. Obed Yoseph has been quite economical as he conceded only 12 runs across four overs he bowled in the two games. He bagged three wickets in total including best figures of 2/2.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain options – Joshua Rasu, Nalin Nipiko, Wesley Vira

Vice-Captain options – Simpson Obed, Obed Yoseph, Apolinaire Stephen

Suggested Playing XI for Head to Head/Small Leagues:

Keeper – Jarryd Allan

Batsmen – Joshua Rasu (C), Lazaro Carlot, William Yamak

All-Rounders – Simpson Obed, Nalin Nipiko (VC), Stephane Sandy

Bowlers – Apolinaire Stephen, Obed Yoseph, Wesley Vira, Tony Tamata

Suggested Playing XI for Grand Leagues/Mega Leagues:

Keeper – Jarryd Allan

Batsmen – Joshua Rasu (C), Lazaro Carlot, Fernando Laumae

All-Rounders – Nalin Nipiko, Simpson Obed (VC), Vince Vira

Bowlers – Apolinaire Stephen, Obed Yoseph, Wesley Vira, Tony Tamata

Expert Advice:

Apolinaire Stephen, Obed Yoseph, Wesley Vira and Tony Tamata – All the four have been drafted in both of our suggested fantasy XIs for this game from the bowlers’ category. At an average, all the four bowlers have earned 50 points per game thus far and have been in the dream team in at least two matches.

Probable Winners:

Ifira Sharks are expected to win the match aided by their bowling attack.

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