Legends League Cricket 2022: Match 2, World Giants vs Asia Lions, Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match?

Asia Lions will look to turn things around as they take on World Giants in the second match of the Legends League Cricket 2022. The encounter takes place at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 1) on Friday (January 21). The Lions did well in the opening game against India Maharajas and even looked advancing towards a comfortable win.

However, a splendid 80-run knock from Yusuf Pathan meant the Indian team crossed the line with six wickets in hand. Hence, the Asian side would like to open their account through this game. On the other hand, this will be World Giants’ first assignment in the competition and they would like to kickstart their campaign with an emphatic win.

Match Details:

World Giants vs Asia Lions, Match 2

Venue: Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 1), Al Amerat

Date & Time: January 21th at 8:00 PM IST and 6:30 PM Local Time

Where to Watch:  Sony Sports network

Pitch Report:

The track at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground was pretty good for batting in the opening game. The ball came onto the bat nicely, allowing batters to play their shots freely. The spinners also came into play in the latter stages. Hence, one can witness another high-scoring game.

Average score: 150 (30 T20Is in Al Amerat)

Record of chasing teams: Won-16, Lost -14

Probable Playing XIs for WOG vs ASL:

World Giants

Kevin Pietersen (C), Herschelle Gibbs, Brad Haddin, Kevin O’ Brien, Owais Shah, Jonty Rhodes, Daren Sammy, Brett Lee, Imran Tahir, Morne Morkel, Monty Panesar

 Asia Lions

Upul Tharanga, Tillakaratne Dilshan, Kamran Akmal (wk), Misbah-Ul-Haq (c), Mohammad Yousuf, Azhar Mahmood, Umar Gul, Nuwan Kulasekara, Muttiah Muralitharan, Shoaib Akhtar.

Probable top performers

Probable best batter of the game:

Brendan Taylor – World Giants

One of the best batters to have represented Zimbabwe, Brendon Taylor announced his retirement from the game just few months ago. Hence, he’s expected to do well against the Asia Lions bowler, who struggled in the opening clash. Taylor can attack bowlers from the outset and also has the ability to stay at the crease for long.

Probable best bowler of the game:

Imran Tahir – World Giants

Imran Tahir is still an active player and has a plethora of experience behind his back. The veteran leg-spinner can choke the flow of runs in the middle overs and can also chip in with regular wickets, Hence, tackling him would be a tough job for Asian team batters.

Today’s match prediction: World Giants to win the match.

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.