Nepal Tri-Nation ODI Series, 2020: Match 6, Nepal vs USA – Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 6th game of the 2020 Nepal Tri-Nation ODI Series part of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2 will be played between Nepal and the USA at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur.

The match starts at 10:00 AM local time (4:15 AM GMT) (9:45 AM IST). This game can be viewed on Kantipur TV in Nepal. Live streaming available on Fan code website/app in India and on the Kantipur TV YouTube Channel in other countries.

Preview:

USA have suffered three consecutive defeats in ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup League 2. They have been struggling due to a sudden dip in the form of their batters. Xavier Marshall, Monank Patel and Steven Taylor have so far failed to compile good runs with the bat. If they again fail to click good knocks with the bat then the chances are quite high that their side might suffer fourth consecutive loss. USA will also aim to avenge the loss of their previous defeat against Nepal.

Nepal is struggling to find its winning ways in the tournament. They have lost two out of their last three games in the tournament. Their batters have failed to score runs for their side due to which the team has suffered. But, their spin heads have done an amazing job with the ball as they have managed to restrict the opponents from piling big totals on the board. Karan KC has managed to grab two back to back four-wicket hauls for his team. There is no doubt about the fact that Nepal will bank on their bowlers in this game as well.

Weather Condition/Report:

The weather forecast says that it will be a perfect day for a cricket match on Wednesday. It will be a cooler day at Kirtipur with the wind blowing at a rate of 7 to 9 km/hr. Meanwhile, the temperature is expected to hover between 7 and 20 Degree Celsius throughout the day according to Accuweather.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The pitches at the Kirtipur’s University Ground has so far gone in the favour of the batters. They have managed to play their strokes quite effortlessly against the bowlers in the first half of the game. But, in the second half, the spin heads have their say as they get some effective turn from the wicket. As per the stats, the side winning the toss will most probably look to bat in the upcoming game on this ground.

Average first innings score: 225 (ODI played at this venue)

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

Team News:

(Will be added when there is an update)

Probable Playing XIs:

Nepal:

Subash Khakurel, Gyanendra Malla (C), Paras Khadka, Dipendra Singh Airee, Arif Sheikh, Kushal Malla, Binod Bhandari (WK), Karan KC, Sandeep Lamichhane, Sushan Bhari, Abinash Bohora.

Bench – Rohit Kumar Paudel, Kamal Singh Aireee, Lalit Narayan Rajbanshi.

United States of America:

Xavier Marshall, Aaron Jones, Steven Taylor, Ian Holland, Monank Patel, Akshay Homraj (WK), Karima Gore, Saurabh Netravalkar (C), Cameron Stevenson, Nisarg Patel, Rusty Theron.

Bench – Nosthush Kenjige, Elmore Hutchinson, Timil Patel.

Top Picks:

Aaron Jones is in good form with the bat. He scored a good knock of 47 runs in the previous game against Oman. He is even the leading run-scorer from the USA in the tournament. So, he will be an obvious pick for any fantasy team. Ian Holland is also an effective all-rounder, who can well contribute with bat and ball for their team. Xavier Marshall is an exciting opener but at the moment he is struggling with poor form. However, he might be able to click a good knock in the upcoming game against Nepal. So, he can be a surprising pick for any fantasy side. Karan KC and Sandeep Lamichhane should not be ignored while picking dream11 fantasy team.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – Paras Khadka, Dipendra Singh Airee, Ian Holland, Aaron Jones

Vice-Captain – Gyanendra Malla, Paras Khadka, Karan KC.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Akshay Homraj

Batters –  Aaron Jones (VC), Xavier Marshall, Steven Taylor

All-Rounders – Paras Khadka, Kushal Malla, Ian Holland (C), Dipendra Singh Airee

Bowlers – Sandeep Lamichhane, Karan KC, Saurabh Netravalkar

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Akshay Homraj

Batters – Gyanendra Malla (C), Arif Sheikh, Steven Taylor

All-Rounders – Paras Khadka (VC), Karim Gore, Dipendra Singh Airee, Ian Holland

Bowlers – Sandeep Lamichhane, Karan KC, Rusty Theron

Expert Advice:

Considering the recent form of USA top-order, they have struggled a lot in the tournament. They have consistently failed to score good runs for their team. The users should wisely pick their batting line up in fantasy side as it will turn out to be a difference.

Probable Winners:

Nepal is expected to win the match.

*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.