English One Day Cup 2021, Group 2: ESS vs KET Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report and Injury Update

Preview:

Essex will take on Kent in the Group 2 contest of the English One day Cup 2021 on Sunday. After winning their first two matches in a convincing fashion, Essex crumbled for just 156 runs and lost their last match against Worcestershire by 182 runs. Adam Wheater’s 77 runs weren’t sufficient at all by any means. They are occupying the 4^th spot in the Group 2 standings with 4 points.

Meanwhile, it has been a frustrating last week for Kent as two of their previous matches were abandoned due to rain. There are loads of injury concerns in the squad, as Heino Kuhn has been ruled with a groin injury for this game. Kent still waiting for their first win in this tournament. With 2 losses and 2 no results, they are currently placed at the 8^th spot in the standings with 2 points.

Match Details:

Essex vs Kent, Group 2

Venue: County Ground, Chelmsford

Date & Time: August 1st at 3:30 PM IST and 11:00 AM local time

Live Streaming: Youtube/Team website

Pitch Report:

It’s a batters’ paradise, where bowlers need to toil hard to pick wickets. It’s a high-scoring venue and we witnessed the same in the last match between Worcestershire and Essex. Batting first will be a preferable option here.

Probable Playing XIs for ESS vs KET:

Essex

William Buttleman, Alastair Cook, Tom Westley (c), Michael Pepper, Adam Wheater (wk), Ryan ten Doeschate, Simon Harmer, Aron Nijjar, Shane Snater, Ben Allison, Jack Plom

Kent

Oliver George-Robinson (c & wk), Tawanda Muyeye, Joe Gordon, George Munsey, Harry Finch, Darren Stevens, Grant Stewart, Marcus O’Riordan, Matt Milnes, Hamidullah Qadri, Nathan Gilchrist

Top Picks for ESS vs KET Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Essex

Tom Westley is the leading run-scorer till now in this tournament for Essex. The Essex skipper has accumulated 170 runs in 3 matches at an average of 85, with the highest score of 87*.

Alastair Cook’s experience will be an added advantage for Essex. England’s former captain has scored 138 runs in 3 matches in this tournament, at an average of 69.

Top Picks – Kent

Scotland’s George Munsey didn’t get the chance to bat in the last 2 rain-marred matches. He started the tournament well with a brilliant 96 runs against Durham and then went on to score his 1^st List A century against Worcestershire in the following game.

Harry Finch is in good form with the bat for Kent. He has scored 148 runs in 3 matches so far in this competition. He is a good pick for your fantasy teams.

ESS vs KET Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for ESS vs KET Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Adam Wheater, Oliver George-Robinson, Alastair Cook (vc), Harry Finch, Tom Westley, George Munsey (c), Darren Stevens, Simon Harmer, Aron Nijjar, Shane Snater, Matt Milnes

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for ESS vs KET Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Adam Wheater, Ryan ten Doeschate, Harry Finch (vc), Tom Westley (c), George Munsey, Tawanda Muyeye, Simon Harmer, Marcus O’Riordan, Aron Nijjar, Shane Snater, Nathan Gilchrist

ESS vs KET Risky Captaincy Choices:

Simon Harmer keeps on impressing with his all-round performances. In 3 matches, he has scalped 7 wickets and has also scored 32 runs with the bat. It’s worth a risk to pick him as your fantasy team skipper.

Tawanda Muyeye is a great timer of the ball. He has scored 61 runs in 3 innings so far in this tournament. You can take a risk and pick him as your fantasy team skipper.

Player you should avoid:

Jack Plom went 8.14 runs an over in the last match against Worcestershire. You can avoid him while making your fantasy teams.

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.