ICC Men's T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019: Match 17, Group A, Kenya vs Bermuda, Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The Group A game of the ICC T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019 between Kenya and Bermuda will be hosted by ICC Academy in Dubai

The match starts at 2:10 PM local time (3:40 PM IST) (10:10 AM GMT)

Preview for Dream11 Fantasy

Kenya and Bermuda take centre-stage in Match 17 of the ICC T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019 on Monday. While the Kenya side has given a good account of themselves in both of their defeats against Netherlands and Scotland, Bermuda was handed a reality check by Papua New Guinea in their first game of the tournament. Although veteran, Collins Obuya has done well with bat and ball, Kenya has failed as a whole with none of their batsmen able to go on and make a big one.

Although Bermuda will be considered outsiders for this game, they have a certain Delray Rawlins in their side. The Sussex allrounder, who is the first Bermudian to play County cricket, has the ability to change the course of a game with bat and ball. Bermuda’s fortunes depend on Delray Rawlins, who was top-scored against PNG with 25 in a timid overall display by the team. Both teams look evenly matched on paper which should result in a highly entertaining encounter on Monday.

Weather Condition/Report:

Another typically hot day is expected in Dubai. The temperature will hover around 32-34 Degrees Celsius with the possibility of the players struggling with the heat. The humidity of 43% at the start of the game, according to AccuWeather, could also have an effect on the proceedings.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The pitch is a decent wicket to bat on with the surface slowing down as the game progresses. The trend might continue for the first few days in the competition. Expect the team winning the toss to bat first. Although the nature of the pitch would suggest spinners to do most of the damage, pacers have held their own at the venue so far.

Average first innings score: 154 (Four ICC T20 World Cup Qualifier 2019 games)

Record of chasing team: Won – 1, Lost – 3

 Injury and Availability News:

(Will be added when there is an update)

Probable Playing XIs for Dream11 Fantasy

Kenya:

Irfan Karim (WK), Alex Obanda, Dhiren Gondaria, Collins Obuya, Rakep Patel, Shem Ngoche (C), Jasraj Kundi,  NM Odhiambo, Lucas Oluoch, Elijah Otieno, Pushpak Kerai

Bench: Sachin Bhudia, Emmanuel Bundi, Aman Gandhi, Rushab Patel

Bermuda:

Okera Bascome (WK), Dion Stovell (C), Janeiro Tucker, Delray Rawlins, Kamau Leverock, Deunte Darrell, Malachi Jones, Rodney Trott, Terryn Fray, Onais Bascome, George O Brien

Bench: Sinclair Smith, Oronde Bascome, Macai Simmons, Derrick Brangman, Charles Trott

Top Picks:

Collins Obuya is Kenya’s go-to player with admirable performances in both their games so far. In addition to picking four wickets, Obuya has scored 79 runs at a strike-rate of 158. From the Bermuda roster, Delray Rawlins is due for a big performance this season. The Sussex all-rounder is known for his explosive knocks with a T20 career strike rate of 142.89. His added bowling ability makes him one to watch out for in this game. These players should be picked in your Dream11 Fantasy.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – Delray Rawlins, Collins Obuya, Kamau Leverock

Vice-Captain – Rakep Patel, Dhiren Gondaria, Malachi Jones

Suggested Playing XI for Head to Head/Small Leagues for Dream11 Fantasy:

Keeper – Irfan Karim

Batsmen – Rakep Patel, Dhiren Gondaria, Kamau Leverock, Terryn Fray

All-Rounders – Collins Obuya (C), Delray Rawlins (VC), Janeiro Tucker

Bowlers – Nelson Odhiambo, Rodney Trott, L Ndandason

Suggested Playing XI for Grand Leagues/Mega Leagues for Dream11 Fantasy:

Keeper – Irfan Karim

Batsmen – Rakep Patel (VC), Kamau Leverock, Dhiren Gondaria

All-Rounders – Delray Rawlins (C), Collins Obuya, Malachi Jones, Shem Ngoche

Bowlers – George O Brien, Nelson Odhiambo, L Ndandason

Expert Advice:

All-rounders are expected to do the bulk of the point-scoring in this game. Delray Rawlins and Collin Obuya are dependable options, who guarantee points with both bat and ball in Dream11 Fantasy.

Nelson Odhiambo has picked a wicket each against Scotland and Netherlands. Available for a reasonable 8.5 credits, he is a viable punt with his wicket-taking ability taken into account.

Probable Winners:

It is expected to be a close fight between Kenya and Bermuda and is tough to predict the winner.

*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.