ECS T10 Cyprus: Match 9, Nicosia Tigers CC vs Nicosia Fighters XI CC – Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details

The 9th match of the ECS Cyprus 2020 will be played between Nicosia Tigers CC and Nicosia Fighters XI CC at the Ypsonas Cricket Ground on 26^th August, 2020. The match can be streamed live at 2:30 PM IST on Fancode.

Preview

This match presents two teams with contrasting tales. Except for the place that they represent, the teams don’t have much in common. Nicosia Fighters XI CC are at the bottom of the table, having lost all their games. They are currently sitting in the last place with 0 points.

Nicosia Tigers CC on the other hand, are currently placed second to Riyaan CC. They are at 4 points, having played a game lesser than the team placed above them. They have fared well in the tournament so far and will look to dominate yet again, this time against a depleted Nicosia Fighters XI CC.

Weather Report

The weather for this game is just about perfect for an uninterrupted game of cricket. There are almost no clouds expected and the temperatures are expected to hover around 30°C.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The track at the Ypsonas Cricket Ground has undoubtedly favoured the batsmen more than the bowlers, this time around. However, there is something in it for the pace bowlers as well.

Average first innings score:  114 (Last 3 games at this venue)

Record of chasing teams: Won – 2, Lost – 1, Tied –

Injury and Availability News:

(Will be added when there is an update)

Probable Playing XIs:

Nicosia Tigers CC:

Abid Ali, Iftekar Jaman, Roman Mazumder, Prasad Suranga, Anowar Hossain, Rashidul Hassan, Shabbi Ul Hassan, Mangala Gunasekara, Ravi Kumar, Habibur Rahman, Faysal Mia

Bench: Kazi Saiful, Jeewan Lasmal, Abdul Manan, Qasim Anwar, Umer Waheed

Nicosia XI Fighters CC:

Mainul Hasan, Alvi Chowdhury, Ahbab Hussain, Benojir Ahmed, Taifur Rahman, Munnah Rahman, Parvez Miah, Abdullah Al Tasim, Noor Numan, Noori Chowdhury, Jubraz Morol.

Bench: Sahidur Chowdhury, Atiqul Islam, Ramjan Hossain, Saurav Ahmed, Mahamudul Sajib, Mazidul Islam, Sakir Hossain, Rakib Rarafder, Abdus Shukur.

Top Picks:

Roman Mazumder was too good for NCT in their previous outing. The batsman stroked his way to a brilliant 36-ball 80-run innings. Anowar Hossain didn’t let his efforts go in vain as he conceded only 4 runs from his 2 runs, taking 2 wickets in the process.

Benjori Ahmed for NFCC has played a good all-round role season. He has scored 73 runs at an average of 37 while also picking up 4 wickets from 2 games. Munnah Rehman is another player to watch out for.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Roman Mazumder, Anowar Hossain

Vice-Captain Options – Benojir Ahmed, Munnah Rehman

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Noori Chowdhury

Batters – Roman Mazumder, Prasad Suranga, Shabbi Ul Hassan

All-Rounders – Abdullah Al Tasmin, Anowar Hossain, Benojir Ahmed (C), Mangala Gunasekara (VC)

Bowlers – Saurav Ahmed, Ravi Kumar, Habibur Rahman

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Abid Ali

Batters – Roman Mazumder (C), Shabbi Ul Hassan, Jubraz Morol

All-Rounders – Abdullah Al Tasim, Benojir Ahmed (VC), Anowar Hossain, Rashidul Hassan

Bowlers – Saurav Ahmed, Ravi Kumar, Munnah Rahman

Expert Advice:

It is advisable to have the captain of your team from NCT as they have been the better of the two teams and have been more consistent. Anowar Hossain and Roman Mazumder are safe picks.

Probable Winners:

Based on current form, Nicosia Tigers CC are expected to coast through.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

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.