AUK vs CD Prediction, Dream11 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:

After the first round, Auckland is placed at the top of the table with 18 points to their name, while Central Districts are placed third with 15 points. After winning their respective opening games comfortably, both teams will be high on confidence and would look to make the most of their current form.

In their last five encounters in the Plunket Shield, Central Districts have an upper hand over Auckland with three wins, while one game ended in a draw. Auckland would like to make use of their home advantage and like to improve their record against their rivals.

AUK vs CD Weather Report for Match 5:

Scattered showers are predicted during the first day of the match. The next three days will remain cloudy but the chances of rain are minimum. Humidity levels will be high on all four days.

Pitch Condition/Report:

It is a typical Test match wicket, where batting is difficult during the first hour of the first day. As the match progresses, it becomes easier to bat on.

Injury and Availability News:

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

AUK vs CD 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

AUK vs CD Top Picks for Today’s Dream11 Match:

Martin Guptill resurrected the Auckland innings against Otago, by scoring a patient 65 off 146 balls.

Ben Horne, the wicket-keeper batsman, scored a brilliant 162 off 236 balls to help Auckland get a lead of 183 runs against Otago in the first match.

Danru Ferns picked up 4 wickets in the match against Otago and scored a crucial 63, coming in at number 10.

Kyle Jamieson picked up 8 wickets in the first match against Otago, including a fifer in the first innings.

George Worker, the Central Districts opener, missed out on a well-deserved century in the first game against Northern Districts. He scored 96 off 173 balls.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Ben Horne, Martin Guptill

Vice-Captain Options – George Worker, Greg Hay

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for AUK vs CD Dream11 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

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for AUK vs CD Dream11 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

Expert Advice:

Ben Horne and George Worker’s scintillating form makes them must-pick for your Dream 11 Fantasy teams.

Today’s AUK vs CD 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.