ACC Under-19s Asia Cup 2019, Group B: Sri Lanka Under-19s vs Bangladesh Under-19s: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The Group B match of the Under-19s Asia Cup 2019 will be played between Sri Lanka Under-19s and Bangladesh Under-19s at the Tyronne Fernando Stadium in Moratuwa.

The match starts at 9:30 AM local time (4:00 AM GMT) (9:30 AM IST).

Preview:

As expected, both Sri Lanka and Bangladesh qualified for the semi-finals from Group B defeating both Nepal and United Arab Emirates (UAE). Nepal looked like a threat in this group but they could only make a difference in the margin of victories. Ahead of the knockouts, Bangladesh will take on the Lankans in Moratuwa. This will serve as a perfect warm-up before facing strong teams like Afghanistan and India.

The winning side will face Afghanistan and losing team takes on India in the semi-final. Neither of India and Afghanistan can be differentiated and hence this result wouldn’t make a difference to tournament’s future. Hence, the Group B sides would look to tighten their combinations and rectify weaknesses. Bangladesh did struggle against Nepal in the last game and will expect to come up with an improved show.

Weather Condition/Report:

Showers are expected throughout the matchday in Moratuwa. The two matches at this venue went without any rain interruptions which might change on Tuesday.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The Tyronne Fernando Stadium in Moratuwa hosted two matches in the tournament and both have witnessed 300+ totals. Given the firepower and batting strengths of Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, another high-scoring match is expected. Anything less than 500 runs are not expected during this game.

Average first innings score: 267 (Youth ODI matches since 2016)

Record of chasing teams: Won – 2, Lost – 3

Team News:

(Will be added when there is an update)

Probable Playing XIs:

Sri Lanka Under-19s:

Nipun Dananjaya (C), Ravindu Rasantha, Kamil Mishara (WK), Navod Paranavithana, Avishka Tharindu, Chamindu Wijesinghe, Ashian Daniel, Ahan Wickramasinghe, Dilshan Madushanka, Rohan Sanjaya, Kavindu Nadeeshan.

Bench – Thaveesha Kahaduwaarachchi, Sandun Mendis, Amshi de Silva, Yasiru Rodrigo.

Bangladesh Under-19s:

Tanzid Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Parvez Hossain Emon, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Shamim Hossain, Akbar Ali (C), Rakibul Hasan, Mrittunjoy Chowdhury, Shoriful Islam, Minhazur Rahman, Shahin Alam.

Bench – Shahadat Hossain, Anik Sarker Shatu, Ashraful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib.

Top Picks:

Ahan Wickramasinghe has scored 103 runs in two games including a 73-run knock. The Sri Lankan opener Navod Paranavithana rolled his arms to bag seven wickets and is among the top wicket-takers of the tournament. Bangladesh skipper Akbar Ali led his team from the front with an unbeaten 98 in the previous match.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – Navod Paranavithana, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain

Vice-Captain – Kamil Mishara, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Akbar Ali

After his exploits in the first two matches, Navod Paranavithana becomes a must as captain.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Akbar Ali

Batters – Nipun Dananjaya, Ahan Wickramasinghe, Mahmudul Hasan Joy

All-Rounders – Towhid Hridoy (VC), Shamim Hossain, Chamindu Wijesinghe, Navod Paranavithana (C)

Bowlers – Rakibul Hasan, Mrittunjoy Chowdhury, Rohan Sanjaya

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Akbar Ali (VC), Kamil Mishara

Batters – Nipun Dananjaya, Tanzid Hasan, Ahan Wickramasinghe, Mahmudul Hasan Joy

All-Rounders – Navod Paranavithana (C), Towhid Hridoy

Bowlers – Shoriful Islam, Shahin Alam, Rohan Sanjaya

Expert Advice:

With a high-scoring match expected, more players from the batsmen and all-rounders category have to be picked. Preferably from Sri Lanka since many of them even bowl a couple of overs.

Probable Winners:

Bangladesh Under-19s are expected edge past the Sri Lankan team.

*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.