BPL 2019-20: Match 19, Dhaka Platoon vs Sylhet Thunder: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Toss Update

Sylhet Thunder won the toss and elected to bat first

Sylhet Thunder Playing XI:

Andre Fletcher, Abdul Mazid, Johnson Charles, Mohammad Mithun(w), Mosaddek Hossain(c), Sherfane Rutherford, Nazmul Hossain Milon, Sohag Gazi, Krishmar Santokie, Ebadot Hossain, Nazmul Islam

Dhaka Platoon Playing XI:

Tamim Iqbal, Anamul Haque(w), Mahedi Hasan, Asif Ali, Jaker Ali, Mominul Haque, Shahid Afridi, Shadab Khan, Wahab Riaz, Mashrafe Mortaza(c), H

Match Details:

The 19th game of the 2019 Bangladesh Premier League will be played between Dhaka Platoon and Sylhet Thunder at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhary Stadium in Chattogram.

The match starts at 01:00 PM IST (7:30 am GMT) (1:30 PM Local). It can be streamed live on Fan code in India.

Preview:

Dhaka Platoons are currently ranked 5th with four ratings in the points table. However, they would be eager to grab two important points in the upcoming game against Sylhet Thunder that will help them to improve their position in the BPL 2019-20 log. Mominul Haque, the left-handed opener looks is in good form with the bat and in the previous game, he scored a brilliant half-century. He will look to replicate his form in the next game in order to help his side in winning the match. However, they need to fill the voids in their bowling that looks relatively weak in comparison to their batting.

Sylhet Thunder finally won their first game after facing four consecutive defeats in BPL 2019-20. Andre Fletcher and Johnson Charles did a commendable job with the bat with the former scoring 103 runs and latter mustered 90 runs. It helped their side in winning their first game for the season. The duo will look to continue with their peach form and score big against Platoons.

Weather Condition/Report:

With no chances of rain, it is expected to be a perfect day for a cricket match. However, the temperature is expected to deviate between 15 and 22 Degree Celsius throughout the day according to Accuweather.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The track at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhary Stadium has proved to be beneficial for the batsmen. However, the bowlers will also play an important role in the latter part of the match as they will start getting some assistance from the wicket. The side winning the toss will look to bat first because it is relatively easy to chase on this ground as far as trends are concerned.

Average 1st inning score: 155 [In 6 T20s played at the venue this season]

Record of chasing teams: Won- 5, Lost- 1

Injury and Availability News:

(Will be updated if there is any News)

Probable Playing XIs:

Sylhet Thunder:

Andre Fletcher, Abdul Mazid, Johnson Charles, Mohammad Mithun (wk), Mosaddek Hossain (c), Nazmul Hossain Milon, Sohag Gazi, Monir Hossain, Krishmar Santokie, Ebadot Hossain, Naveen-ul-Haq

Bench: Nazmul Islam, Rony Talukdar, Nayeem Hasan, Ruyel Miah

Dhaka Platoon: 

Mominul Haque, Anamul Haque (wk), Jaker Ali, Laurie Evans, Asif Ali, Thisara Perera, Shahid Afridi, Mashrafe Mortaza (c), Mahedi Hasan, Hasan Mahmud, Salauddin Sakil

Bench: Raqibul Hasan, Shuvagata Hom, Ariful Haque, Mohammad Shahid

Top Picks:

Johnson Charles has mustered 163 runs in five games at a strike rate of 185.22. He is in red hot form with the bat and is currently the leading scorer of his side. So, he will be a wise pick for any fantasy side. Krishmar Santokie has also done convincingly well with the ball for Thunder and has grabbed seven wickets so far in the tournament and he will be an important player to watch. The duo of Thisara Perera and Tamim Iqbal has delivered vital performances for Dhaka Platoon. They will also play an important role in any Dream11 Fantasy side.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – Tamim Iqbal, Andre Fletcher, Thisara Perera

Vice-Captain – Johnson Charles, Mohammad Mithun, Anamul Haque

Suggested Playing XI for Head to Head/Small Leagues:

Keeper –  Anamul Haque, Mohammad Mithun, Andre Fletcher (C)

Batsmen –  Tamim Iqbal (VC),Nazmul Hossain Milon, Johnson Charles, Mosaddek Hossain

All-Rounders – Shahid Afridi

Bowlers – Hasan Mahmud, Wahab Riaz, L Santokie

Suggested Playing XI for Grand Leagues/Mega Leagues:

Keeper – Mohammad Mithun (C), Andre Fletcher

Batsmen –  Tamim Iqbal, Asif Ali, Johnson Charles (VC), Nazmul Hossain Milon

All-Rounders – Shahid Afridi, Sohag Gazi

Bowlers – Hasan Mahmud, Wahab Riaz, Ebadot Hossain

Expert Advice

Laurie Evans has not been playing in his top-notch form. But, he is an exciting batsman, who can turn the match towards his team single-handedly. However, picking Evans would be a risky pick but will be worth for any Grand League Side.

Probable Winners:

Dhaka Platoon is expected to win the match against Sylhet Thunder.

*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.