English One Day Cup 2021, Semi-Final 2: DUR vs SUR Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report and Injury Update

Preview:

Durham will take on Surrey in the 2^nd semi-final clash of the English One Day Cup 2021 on Tuesday. Durham finished as the Group 1 winners and directly cemented their spot in the semi-finals. Graham Clark and Alex Lees have been outstanding right throughout the tournament at the top of the order. The duo has 1032 runs between them in this competition.

On the other hand, Tim David’s heroics helped Surrey to seal a 5-wicket victory over Gloucestershire in the quarter-final clash. Surrey are unbeaten in their last 3 matches and will look forward to extending their winning streak.

Match Details:

Durham vs Surrey, Semi-Final 2

Venue: Riverside Ground, Chester-le-Street

Date &Time: August 17th at 3:30 PM IST and 11:00 AM local time

Live Streaming: Youtube/Team website

Pitch Report:

The surface usually assists the batters for the most part of the match, but we also have witnessed bowlers getting success in the initial phases. Whoever wins the toss should bowl first on this surface.

Probable Playing XIs for DUR vs SUR:

Durham

Graham Clark, Alex Lees, Scott Borthwick (c), David Bedingham, Cameron Bancroft (wk), Sean Dickson, Liam Trevaskis, Jack Campbell / Harry Crawshaw, Luke Doneathy, Matt Salisbury, Chris Rushworth

Surrey

Mark Stoneman, Ryan Patel, Ollie Pope, Tim David, Jamie Smith (c & wk), Nico Reifer, Rikki Clarke, Cameron Steel, Conor McKerr, Matt Dunn, Dan Moriarty

Top Picks for DUR vs SUR Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Durham

Durham opener Graham Clark is the leading run-scorer in this tournament. In 7 innings he has mustered 560 runs at an average of 93.33, which includes 3 centuries and one half-century.

Alex Lees has had a fabulous tournament. In 7 matches so far, he has collected 472 runs at an average of 78.66 and a strike rate of 90.07.

Top Picks – Surrey

Tim David is in form of his life. Representing surrey for the first time, he has grabbed the attention of English fans with his mind-blowing batting. So far in this tournament, he has scored 337 runs at an average of 84.25 and has picked up 3 wickets as well.

Ryan Patel is a key player for Surrey at the top of the order. He has scored the most runs for Surrey in this tournament, with 377 runs in 7 innings at an average of 62.83, with the highest score of 131.

DUR vs SUR Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for DUR vs SUR Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Jamie Smith, Mark Stoneman, Alex Lees, Graham Clark (c), Ryan Patel (vc), Scott Borthwick, Tim David, Luke Doneathy, Chris Rushworth, Conor McKerr, Dan Moriarty

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for DUR vs SUR Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Cameron Bancroft, Alex Lees (vc), Graham Clark, Ollie Pope, Ryan Patel, David Bedingham, Scott Borthwick, Tim David (c), Conor McKerr, Liam Trevaskis, Dan Moriarty

DUR vs SUR Risky Captaincy Choices:

David Bedingham has already scored 236 runs at an average of 47.2 in only 5 innings in this competition. It’s worth a risk and you can pick him as your fantasy team skipper.

Ollie Pope has just recovered from injury and has played only two games for Surrey in this tournament. Considering his present form, he is a risky captaincy pick for your fantasy teams.

Player you should avoid:

Matt Salisbury has picked up 3 wickets in 3 matches. Considering his average performances, it’s better to 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.