CPL 2019, Match 3, Trinbago Knight Riders vs Jamaica Tallawahs: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 3rd game of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2019 will be played between Trinbago Knight Riders and Jamaica Tallawahs at the Queen’s Park Oval in Port of Spain, Trinidad.

The match starts at 8:00 PM local time (12:00 AM GMT) (5:30 AM IST – 7th September)

This series will be live on Star Sports 2 and Star Sports 2 HD in India. Live streaming is available on Hotstar.

Preview:

The defending champions Trinbago Knight Riders put on a clinical effort in the opening game of the Caribbean Premier League 2019 (CPL). They sneaked through an 11-run win over St Kitts and Nevis Patriots despite the absence of a couple of their key players who played a role in last year’s triumph. The new skipper Kieron Pollard push his team to a respectable total with his 32-ball 47.

After scoring 33 with the bat, the all-rounder James Neesham came up with a 3-wicket haul in his first CPL match in five years. In the second match, they will be up against Jamaica Tallawahs. Chris Gayle will return to his home franchise, the Jamaica Tallawahs. Gayle will take up the role once against as he had an experience of winning the 2013 and 2016 CPL titles for the Jamaican franchise.

Weather Condition/Report:

For the 2nd straight match in Trinidad, the Rain gods are expected to stay away unlike during the India-Windies ODI series. Friday is forecasted to be partly cloudy with is expected to be dry during the match timings. There could be spells of rain during the afternoon and in the night around the time of completion of the game.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The first match of this tournament gave a feel of a low scoring game as the previous edition witnessed totals of 190+ in almost every game at this venue. The spinners played key role for both teams which could continue in the 2nd match. However, scores up to 170 can be seen during this match.

Average first innings score: 187 (CPL matches since 2018)

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

Team News:

Darren Bravo suffered concussion during the Test match that concluded on Monday.

Dwayne Bravo is unavailable due to finger injury for brief part of the tournament.

Zahir Khan is currently part of Afghanistan team.

Probable Playing XIs:

Trinbago Knight Riders:

Sunil Narine, Lendl Simmons, Tion Webster, Denesh Ramdin, Kieron Pollard (C), James Neesham, Seekkuge Prasanna, Javon Searles, Khary Pierre, Anderson Phillip, Muhammad Hasnain.

Bench – Dwayne Bravo, Colin Munro, Darren Bravo, Amir Jangoo, Mark Deyal, Akeal Hosein, Ali Khan.

Jamaica Tallawahs:

Chris Gayle (C), George Worker, Glenn Phillips (WK), Chadwick Walton, Andre Russell, Kennar Lewis, Rovman Powell, Jerome Taylor, Steven Jacobs, Shamar Springer, Oshane Thomas.

Bench – Imran Khan, Xavier Marshall, Ramaal Lewis, Christopher Lamont, Zahir Khan, Javelle Glen, Derval Green.

Top Picks:

Kieron Pollard carried on his batting form with a gem of a knock during the tournament opener. Andre Russell will take the field for the first time since his sensational all-round performance in the GT20 Canada final. Pakistan pacer Muhammad Hasnain also showcased his skills at death overs.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – James Neesham, Andre Russell, Kieron Pollard, Chris Gayle

Vice-Captain – Denesh Ramdin, George Worker, Sunil Narine, Chadwick Walton

James Neesham matched the expectations in the previous game with a brilliant all-round performance. He is the player anyone would want to make as captain after his recent brilliance.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Denesh Ramdin, Chadwick Walton

Batters – Chris Gayle, Tion Webster, Kieron Pollard

All-Rounders – Andre Russell (VC), Jimmy Neesham (C)

Bowlers – Muhammad Hasnain, Khary Pierre, Oshane Thomas, Jerome Taylor

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Denesh Ramdin

Batters – Kieron Pollard (VC), Chris Gayle (C), Lendl Simmons

All-Rounders – James Neesham, Seekkuge Prasanna, George Worker, Andre Russell

Bowlers – Khary Pierre, Oshane Thomas, Shamar Springer

Expert Advice:

Sunil Narine hasn’t been at his best in recent times. His batting has taken a hit and might not work against Tallawahs who possess Oshane Thomas and Jerome Taylor. There is no batsman in Jamaica XI except Chris Gayle who can be vulnerable against Narine. However, Gayle usually plays out Narine without losing his wicket to the off-spinner.

Probable Winners:

Jamaica Tallawahs have enough resources to get better of the Trinbago Knight Riders.

*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.