MSL 2019: Match 17, Nelson Mandela Bay Giants vs Paarl Rocks: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 17th match of the 2019-20 Mzansi Super League will be played between Nelson Mandela Bay Giants and Paarl Rocks at St George’s Park in Port Elizabeth.

The match starts at 09:00 PM IST (03:30 PM GMT /5:30 PM Local). The match will be live on Sony ESPN/Sony ESPN HD. Live streaming will be available on Sony LIV and Fan code in India.

Preview for Dream11 Fantasy

Nelson Mandela Bay and Paarl Rocks are the top two teams of the MSL 2019 and can come up with enthralling game for their fans in the upcoming match. Paarl Rocks have won back to back two consecutive games and will look to carry on with the winning form in their next encounter. With the likes of Faf du Plessis, Cameron Delport and James Vince they hold the firepower in their batting line up to outclass the Giants.

In the bowling, they have  Tabraiz Shamsi, who has given some brilliant performance with the ball for his side. he has taken as many as seven wickets in four games and would be eager to replicate his form in the upcoming contest.

For Nelson Mandela, JJ Smuts has been in red-hot form with the bat. He has amassed 138 runs in five games at a strike rate of 146.80. Moreover, they have Junior Dala in the bowling line up, who is the second leading wicket-taker in the ongoing tournament. He has grabbed as many as nine wickets in five games. And, they will look to consolidate their position in the league table by winning against Paarl Rocks.

Weather Report

A bright and sunny day is expected in Port Elizabeth on Wednesday with no chances of rain. However, the temperature is expected to hover between 15 and 23 degrees celsius according to Accuweather.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The track at St George’s Park is expected to favour the batsmen. The fast bowlers will get some help in the starting phase of the game. However, the team winning the toss would like to field because the team batting second has easily chased down the target at this venue.

Average first innings score: 168 (In 3 T20 played at the venue this season)

Record of chasing teams: Won-2, Lost-1

Injury and Availability News:

(Will be shared when there’s an update)

Probable Playing XIs for Dream11 Fantasy

Nelson Mandela Bay Giants

Jason Roy, Matthew Breetzke, JJ Smuts (C), Ben Dunk (WK),  Heino Kuhn, Marco Marais, Chris Morris, Onke Nyaku, Junior Dala,  Nandre Burger, Imran Tahir

Bench: Farhaan Behardien, Beuran Hendricks, Grant Thompson, Akhona Mnyaka, Dyllan Matthews

Paarl Rocks

Henry Davids, Cameron Delport, Faf du Plessis (C), James Vince, Dwaine Pretorius, Hardus Viljoen, Mangaliso Mosehle (wk), Isuru Udana, Sibonelo Makhanya, Bjorn Fortuin, Tabraiz Shamsi.

Bench: Ferisco Adams, Kerwin Mungroo, Kyle Verreynne, Thando Ntini.

Top Picks

JJ Smuts form with the bat makes him a vital pick for any Dream11 Fantasy side. He has scored runs at an average of 46 for his side. James Vince will also be an important player to watch, who is in red-hot form with the bat. He has amassed 152 runs in three games with a best of 86*.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Faf du Plessis, Jon-Jon Smuts, James Vince

Vice-Captain Options – Jason Roy, Ben Dunk, Chris Morris

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Heino Kuhn, Mangaliso Mosehle

Batters –  Faf du Plessis, James Vince (C), Jason Roy (VC), Jon-Jon Smuts

All-Rounders – Chris Morris, Dwaine Pretorius

Bowlers –  Tabraiz Shamsi, Junior Dala, Imran Tahir

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Heino Kuhn, Mangaliso Mosehle

Batters –  Faf du Plessis (C), James Vince, Jason Roy, Ben Dunk (VC)

All-Rounders – Chris Morris, Dwaine Pretorius

Bowlers –  Hardus Viljoen, Junior Dala, Imran Tahir

Expert Advice:

Faf du Plessis has not given any breakthrough performance for his team Paarl Rocks. He has got some good starts in the matches but hasn’t managed to convert them into big scores. He will be a risky pick looking forward to his form but will be a worthy player for any Grand League side.

Probable Winners:

Paarl Rocks are predicted to win this game.

*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.