ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2020: Match 13, Group A, New Zealand vs Bangladesh: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details

The 13th match of ICC Women’s T20 World Cup will be played between New Zealand and Bangladesh at the Junction Oval in Melbourne.

The match starts at 11:00 AM local time (12:00 AM GMT) (05:30 AM IST). This match will be live on Star Sports 1/2. Live Streaming will be available on Hotstar.

Preview for Dream11 Fantasy

Bangladesh Women have not won a single game in World Cup 2020 as they suffered back to back defeats against India and Australia. They have also been knocked out from the tournament and will now look to play freely. In batting, Nigar Sultana has shown some resistance, who is the leading run-scorer for her side. Meanwhile, Murshida Khatun and Fargana Hoque will be the other batter in focus. On the other hand, Salma Khatun and Panna Ghosh will be the main bowlers for Bangladesh.

New Zealand suffered a defeat in their previous game against India and are currently on the third position in their group. It is an important game from the White Ferns’ perspective in order to keep their hopes alive to qualify into the semi-finals. They have struggled a bit due to lack of consistency in the batting line up that they will have to rectify ahead of the match against Bangladesh. If they manage to do so then their chances of winning the crucial game will be quite high.

Weather Condition/Report

The weather forecast says that the chances of rain are slim and the players are expected to get a cool atmosphere on the match day. The wind will be blowing at a rate of 11 to 22 km/hr whereas the temperature will deviate between 14 and 23 Degree Celsius throughout the day according to Accuweather.

Pitch Condition/Report

The track at Junction Oval is expected to offer a tough fight between bat and ball. The bowlers will get some help during the early phase of the game. But, later on, the batters will have their say, who can easily smack the bowlers all across the park. There is no doubt that the wrist spinners will certainly play a major role in the outcome of the match. The side winning the toss will look to field to be on the safer side.

Average first innings score: 143 [In the last 5 women’s T20Is played at the venue]

Record of chasing teams: Won – 2, Lost – 3

Injury and Availability News

(Will update if there is any news)

Probable Playing XIs

Bangladesh Women

Shamima Sultana (WK), Murshida Khatun, Sanjida Islam, Nigar Sultana, Fargana Hoque, Rumana Ahmed, Panna Ghosh, Salma Khatun (C), Jahanara Alam, Fahima Khatun, Nahida Akter

Bench: Ritu Moni, Ayasha Rahman, Sobhana Mostary, Khadija Tul Kubra

New Zealand Women

Sophie Devine (C), Rachel Priest (WK), Suzie Bates, Maddy Green, Katey Martin, Katie Perkins, Amelia Kerr, Hayley Jansen, Lea Tahuhu, Leigh Kasperek, Jess Kerr

Bench: Anna Peterson, Lauren Down, Rosemary Mair, Holly Huddlestone

Top Picks

Sophie Devine is going to be an obvious pick for any Dream11 Fantasy team. She has scored 89 runs in 2 games for her side. Maddy Green will be another important player for any fantasy team. Nigar Sultana from Bangladesh will play a vital role in batters’ category. Amelia Kerr will be vital for any fantasy team in the bowlers’ category. So far she has grabbed four wickets in her two outings and can score quick runs down the order as well.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection

Captain – Sophie Devine, Amelia Kerr, Nigar Sultana

Vice-Captain –  Suzie Bates, Maddy Green, Hayley Jansen

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket

Keeper – Nigar Sultana, Rachel Priest

Batters – Suzie Bates, Fargana Hoque, Maddy Green

All-Rounders- Sophie Devine (C), Hayley Jansen, Amelia Kerr (VC)

Bowlers-  Lea Tahuhu, Panna Ghosh, Salma Khatun

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket

Keeper – Rachel Priest

Batters – Suzie Bates (VC), Fargana Hoque, Maddy Green (C), Murshida Khatun

All-Rounders- Rumana Ahmed, Hayley Jansen, Amelia Kerr

Bowlers-  Lea Tahuhu, Panna Ghosh, Salma Khatun

Expert Advice

Rachel Priest can turn out to be a surprise pick as she is swashbuckling batter and is yet to fire. This game might witness the runs flowing from her bat.

Probable Winners

New Zealand Women is expected to come out as the winners.

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.