Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Trophy, 2020: North Group, Thunder vs Northern Diamonds – 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 7th Match of North Group in Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Trophy 2020 is all set to be played between Thunder and Northern Diamonds at the Aigburth in Liverpool.This match is scheduled to start at 10:30 AM Local Time (3:00 PM IST).

Preview:

Thunder and Northern Diamonds will face-off in the North Group clash of the Rachael Heyhoe-Flint Trophy on Thursday. This is a crucial game for the Thunder who have lost two games on the trot after winning their opening encounter. The Diamonds, on the other hand, are in excellent form having won all their three matches thus far and are sitting comfortably at the top of the points table.

Weather Report:

It will be sunny during this match with no chances of rain. The temperature will hover around 14-17 Degrees Celsius.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The venue hasn’t hosted any recognised List-A match for a long time. The behaviour of the pitch is unknown.

Average first innings score: N/A

Record of chasing teams:  N/A

Injury and Availability News:

Katherine Brunt, Natalie Sciver, Lauren Winfield, and Linsey Smith will be unavailable for the Diamonds.

Sopphie Ecclestone, Emma Lamb, Kate Cross will be unavailable for the Thunder.

Probable Playing XIs:

Thunder:

Laura Marshall, Georgie Boyce, Laura Jackson, Eleanor Threlkeld (WK), Natalie Brown, Rebecca Duckworth, Liberty Heap, Olivia Thomas, Alice Dyson, Alex Hartley (C), Hannah Jones.

Bench: Alice Clarke, Danielle Collins, Daisy Mullan, Sophia Turner.

Northern Diamonds:

Ami Campbell, Hollie Armitage (C), Leah Dobson, Sterie Kalis, Layla Tipton, Jenny Gunn, Bess Heath (WK), Alex MacDonald, Phoebe Graham, Beth Langston, Katie Levick. 

Bench: Rachel Slater, Ella Telford.

Top Picks:

Hollie Armitage has mustered 86 runs so far in three outings while Beth Langston has shone with the ball picking four wickets conceding 5.95 runs per over. Jenny Gun has amassed 70 runs in the tournament and also has five wickets to her name. Alex Hartley is another top player in action with four wickets in the tournament and has been extremely economical too.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Jenny Gunn, Alex Hartley

Vice-Captain Options – Beth Langston, Hollie Armitage

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Eleanor Threlkeld

Batters – Hollie Armitage, Rebecca Duckworth, Georgie Boyce, Danielle Collins

All-Rounders – Jenny Gunn (C), Natalie Brown, Hannah Jones

Bowlers – Alex Hartley (VC), Beth Langston, Katie Levick 

12th Man – Bess Heath

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Eleanor Threlkeld

Batters – Hollie Armitage (VC), Laura Marshall, Amy Campbell

All-Rounders – Jenny Gunn, Laura Jackson, Alex MacDonald 

Bowlers – Beth Langston (C), Phoebe Graham, Alex Hartley, Alice Dyson

12th Man – Bess Heath

Expert Advice:

Jenny Gunn is an excellent all-rounder and has done well in this tournament. It is advisable to pick her as your captain.

Probable Winners:

Northern Diamonds are expected to win this match.

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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.