BPL 2019-20: Match 1, Chattogram Challengers vs Sylhet Thunder: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 1st game of the Bangladesh Premier League 2019-20 will be played between Chattogram Challengers and Sylhet Thunder at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka.

The match starts at 1:30 PM local time (07:30 AM GMT) (1:00 PM IST).

Preview:

The first match of BPL 2019-20 will be played between Chattogram Challengers and Sylhet Thunder. It can turn out to be an enthralling encounter for the fans when two heavyweights will lock horns in the season opener. Challengers have a strong batting line up with the likes of Mahmudullah, Imrul Kayes and Junaid Siddiqui, who will have the responsibility on their shoulders to pile some big runs against Thunder in the opener.

In bowling, they have Rubel Hossain, who will be an important player for Challengers. In the previous season, he took 22 wickets while playing for Dhaka Dynamites. So, this season the Challengers would be expecting some convincing performances from the pacer for their side.

Thunder also have some big players like Andre Fletcher, Mohammad Mithun, and Mosaddek Hossain, who will play an important role for their side in BPL 2019-20. These players have the experience of playing in international cricket. So from that perspective, it makes more important for them to perform in this season of the league.

Weather Condition/Report:

With no chances of rain, it is expected to be a perfect day for a cricket match. The temperature is expected to deviate between 18 and 28 Degree celsius throughout the day according to Accuweather.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The track at Shere Bangla National Stadium usually goes in the favour of spinners as far as international games are concerned. However, the fast bowlers will not get much assistance from the wicket. The team winning the toss will look to bat because none of the two would like to face spin heads in the 2nd half of the game on a spin-friendly wicket.

Average first innings score: 149 (BPL 2018-19 Games played in Dhaka)

Record of Chasing Team: Won – 14, Lost – 13, Tie – 1

Team News:

Lendl Simmons and Kesrick Williams are currently playing T20I series against India. So, they will miss the opening match for Chattogram Challengers.

Probable Playing XIs:

Chattogram Challengers

Junaid Siddiqui, Imrul Kayes, Avishka Fernando, Ryan Burl, Mahmudullah, Nasir Hossain, Rubel Hossain, Nurul Hasan Sohan, Imad Wasim, Rayad Emrit/Muhammad Musa, Jubair Hossain.

Bench – Lendl Simmons, Kesrick Williams, Nasum Ahmed, Chadwick Walton, Enamul Haque Jnr, Muktar Ali, Muhammad Musa/Rayad Emrit

Sylhet Thunder

Andre Fletcher, Rony Talukdar, Mohammad Mithun, Mosaddek Hossain, Jeevan Mendis, Nayeem Hasan, Sohag Gazi, Nazmul Islam Apu, Ebadot Hossain, Naveen ul Haq, Mohammad Sami/Krishmar Santokie.

Bench – Monir Hossain, Johnson Charles, Sherfane Rutherford, Shafiqullah Shafiq, Delwar Hossain Ruyle, Mohammad Sami/Krishmar Santokie

Top Picks:

Imrul Kayes had a great stint in last season and had amassed 183 runs for his side. He is a brilliant opener and will be an important pick for anyu Dream11 Fantasy side. Mahmudullah will be another important player to watch out in the season opener.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – Imrul Kayes, Andre Fletcher, Avishka Fernando

Vice-Captain –  Junaid Siddiqui, Mosaddek Hossain, Mahmudullah

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Andre Fletcher

Batters – Imrul Kayes (C), Avishka Fernando, Junaid Siddiqui, Mohammad Mithun, Mosaddek Hossain

All-Rounders – Imad Wasim, Mahmudullah (VC)

Bowlers – Rayad Emrit, Rubel Hossain, Ebadot Hossain

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Andre Fletcher

Batters – Imrul Kayes (C), Avishka Fernando, Junaid Siddiqui,  Mosaddek Hossain (VC)

All-Rounders – Imad Wasim, Mahmudullah, Jeevan Mendis

Bowlers – Rayad Emrit, Rubel Hossain, Naveen ul Haq

Expert Advice:

The international all-rounders like Imad Wasim and Mahmudullah are a couple of wise picks because they are a clean hitter of the ball as well as they are also capable of taking important wickets in the match. Moreover, they have proved it on numerous occasions in international cricket.

Probable Winners:

Chattogram Challengers is likely to start the tournament with a comfortable victory.

*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.