AUC vs CST Prediction, 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update – Plunket Shield 2020, Match 5

Match Details:

The 5^th match of the Plunket Shield 2020-21 will be played between Auckland and Central Districts at the Eden Park Outer Oval, Auckland.

The match is scheduled to start at 10:30 AM Local Time (03:00 AM IST) (09:30 PM UTC – 28 October 2020).

Preview:

Both Auckland and Central Districts, two very reputed sides of New Zealand’s domestic circuit, have started their 2020 Plunket Shield campaign on a great note. Auckland started their campaign against Otago. They won the game easily, winning by an innings and 129 runs.

That win helped them to claim pole position after the first round, with 18 points in their bag. However, narrowly behind them is Central Districts. They defeated Northern Districts by 7 wickets in their first game. On the basis of their forms, we can expect a great game of cricket.

AUC vs CST Weather Report for Match 5:

We can expect the weather gods to be lenient from the second day onwards, but showers are expected on the first day of the match.

Pitch Condition/Report:

Batting will be difficult for the first day or two, but once the game progresses, it will become easier.

Injury and Availability News:

Blair Tickner is nursing a hamstring injury and won’t be available for this match.

AUC vs CST Today’s Probable Playing XIs:

Auckland Aces:

Graeme Beghin, Martin Guptill, Sean Solia, Glenn Phillips, Robert ODonnell (C), Mark Chapman, Ben Horne (WK), Kyle Jamieson, William Somerville, Danru Ferns, Olly Pringle.

Bench:

Ben Lister.

Central Stags:

Greg Hay (C), George Worker, Will Young, Ross Taylor, Tom Bruce, Dane Cleaver (WK), Brad Schmulian, Doug Bracewell, Christian Leopard, Seth Rance, Raymond Toole

Bench:

Joey Field

AUC vs CST Top Picks for Today’s 11Wickets Match:

Martin Guptill showed his class in the last game, by scoring a well-composed 65 off 146 balls. He struck 11 boundaries in that innings.

Ben Horne was Auckland’s best batsman in their season opener against Otago. He scored 162 runs, which included 18 fours and 3 sixes.

Danru Ferns picked up 4 wickets in the match against Otago. He can also come in handy with the bat, which he proved by scoring a crucial 63.

Kyle Jamieson rattled Otago’s batting lineup in the last game. He picked up 8 wickets, including a 5-wicket haul. He had an incredible average of under 6.

George Worker scored a brilliant 96 in the first match against Northern Districts. He struck 11 fours and a couple of sixes in that game.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Ben Horne, Martin Guptill

Vice-Captain Options – George Worker, Greg Hay

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for AUC vs CST 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Ben Horne (C)

Batsmen – Ross Taylor, Will Young, Greg Hay, Martin Guptill

All-rounders – Brad Schmulian, George Worker (VC), Sean Solia

Bowlers – Danru Ferns, Kyle Jamieson, Seth Rance

12th Man – Glenn Phillips

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for AUC vs CST Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Ben Horne, Glen Phillips

Batsmen – Ross Taylor, Greg Hay (VC), Martin Guptill (C)

All-rounders – Doug Bracewell, George Worker, Sean Solia

Bowlers – Danru Ferns, Kyle Jamieson, Olly Pringle

12th Man – Will Young

Expert Advice:

Greg Hay scored a courageous 93 in the game against Northern Districts. He can be a good differential vice-captaincy pick for either of your 11Wickets Fantasy teams.

Today’s AUC vs CST Probable Winners:

Central Districts are expected to win this match.

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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.