MSL 2019: Match 4, Nelson Mandela Bay Giants vs Jozi Stars – Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 4th match of the Mzansi Super League (MSL) 2019 will be played between Nelson Mandela Bay Giants and Jozi Stars at St George’s Park in Port Elizabeth.

This match starts at 2:00 PM local time (5:30 PM IST) (12:00 PM GMT). It will be live on Sony Six and Sony Six HD. Live streaming available on Sony LIV and FanCode.

Preview

In the second game of the doubleheader on Sunday, the Nelson Mandela Bay Giants will square off against the Jozi Stars. Last year, in the inaugural edition of the MSL, the Giants had a mediocre season. They won four and lost four games while two matches yielded no result. Thus, they failed to make it through to the knockouts as they fell behind by just one point. This time, however, they will look to put in that extra effort and try to make it to the playoffs.

In their first game this season, they will be playing the Jozi Stars. The defending champions, who played the first match against the Cape Town Blitz, lost by 15 runs. Even though their players did fairly well, they couldn’t get over the line which would have been disappointing. The Stars will want to put their best efforts and try to bounce back in the upcoming fixture.

Weather Report

Although there are chances of rain on Sunday, the good news is that there might not be much of it during the game. In all likelihood, we should get a full match even though there might be a brief interruption in between. The humidity will be quite high and there will be extremely strong winds blowing around throughout.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The track at the St George’s Park in Port Elizabeth seems to get particularly tough for the teams chasing. In three out of four games last season, the side that batted second struggled. On two occasions, the teams were bowled out for cheap scores. Thus, the side that wins the toss might look to bat first and get runs on the board.

Average first innings score: 158.25 (Four completed games at St George’s Park in MSL 2018)

Record of chasing teams: Won – 1, Lost – 3, Tied – 0

Injury and Availability News:

(Will be added when there is an update)

Probable Playing XIs:

Nelson Mandela Bay Giants:

Jason Roy, JJ Smuts (c), Ben Dunk (wk), Heino Kuhn, Farhaan Behardien, Marco Marais, Chris Morris, Imran Tahir, Junior Dala, Beuran Hendricks, Nandre Burger/Dyllan Matthews

Bench – Onke Nyaku, Grant Thomson, Matthew Breetzke, Akhona Mnyaka

Jozi Stars:

Chris Gayle, Reeza Hendricks, Rassie van der Dussen, Temba Bavuma (C), Ryan Rickelton (WK), Daniel Christian, Kagiso Rabada, Duanne Olivier, Simon Harmer, Dane Paterson, Nono Pongolo/Aaron Phangiso.

Bench – Lizaad Williams, Delano Potgieter, Sinethemba Qeshile, Eathan Bosch, Aaron Phangiso.

Top Picks:

Jason Roy enjoys batting in South Africa and is good against the pacers as well as the spinners. He must be there in your Dream11 Fantasy team. Apart from him, you needn’t think twice while picking Reeza Hendricks or Temba Bavuma. Heino Kuhn is the best wicket-keeping option for your Dream11 Fantasy team. Imran Tahir would also be a great pick.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Reeza Hendricks, Jason Roy, JJ Smuts

Vice-Captain Options – Heino Kuhn, Rassie van der Dussen, Daniel Christian

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Heino Kuhn (VC)

Batters – Jason Roy, Chris Gayle, Rassie van der Dussen, Reeza Hendricks (C), Temba Bavuma

All-Rounders – Daniel Christian, Simon Harmer

Bowlers – Imran Tahir, Junior Dala, Beuran Hendricks

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Heino Kuhn

Batters – Jason Roy (C), JJ Smuts, Rassie van der Dussen (VC), Reeza Hendricks

All-Rounders – Chris Morris, Daniel Christian, Farhaan Behardien

Bowlers – Imran Tahir, Beuran Hendricks, Dane Paterson

Expert Advice:

It is nearly impossible to have all of Chris Gayle, Jason Roy, Rassie van der Dussen, Chris Morris, Imran Tahir and Kagiso Rabada in your Dream11 Fantasy team. Even if you manage to pick these players, you will only be left with 42 credits to pick five players which isn’t a great idea. Thus, you’ve got to make smart and informed choices while picking the side.

Probable Winners:

Jozi Stars are expected to win this encounter.

*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.