Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy 2021, Match 11: THU vs LIG Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report and Injury Update

Preview:

After losing a nail-biting contest against the Western Storm in their first match, Thunder showed what they are capable of and won their 2^nd match by 36 runs against the Sunrisers. They are a very good side and have got some real match-winners and will look to continue the same momentum in this match as well.

Lightning, on the other hand, have lost both their matches and will be desperate for the win. They failed to chase 152 runs in the previous match against the Northern Diamonds and eventually lost the match by 6 runs. They will look forward to coming back strongly in this match.

Match Details:

Thunder vs Lightning, Match 11

Venue: Boughton Hall Cricket Club Ground, Chester

Date & Time: June 6th at 3:00 PM IST and 10:30 AM local time

Live Streaming: Youtube

Pitch Report:

It’s a balanced wicket with equal help for both batters and bowlers. The average 1^st innings score in the 5 matches is 247 runs. The surface is expected to become slow in the latter stages and hence batting first is a good option.

Probable Playing XIs for THU vs LIG:

Thunder

Emma Lamb, Georgia Boyce, Eleanor Threlkeld (wk), Piepa Cleary, Natalie Brown, Sophie Ecclestone, Kate Cross, Laura Marshall, Danielle Collins, Alex Hartley (c), Hannah Jones

Lightning

Sarah Bryce (wk), Tammy Beaumont, Kathryn Bryce (c), Abigail Freeborn, Lucy Higham, Michaela Kirk, Shachi Pai, Teresa Graves, Yvonne Graves, Kirstie Gordon, Sophie Munro

Top Picks for THU vs LIG Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Thunder

Emma Lamb got the start she wanted in the last game against the Sunrisers but to failed to convert it, where she got dismissed for 18 runs. In 2 matches, she has scored 139 runs at a strike rate of 101.45 and has picked up a wicket as well.

Georgia Boyce deserved a century in the previous match against the Sunrisers, but she got out for well-made 91 runs from 117 balls. In 2 matches in this tournament, she has scored 102 runs.

Top Picks – Lightning

Lightning’s skipper Kathryn Bryce bowled extremely well in the last game against the Northern Diamonds, picking up 4 wickets for just 16 runs. Overall in 2 matches, she has scalped 5 wickets and scored 14 runs.

Tammy Beaumont is a must pick for your fantasy teams, in 2 matches in this tournament. She has scored 78 runs at an average of 39, with the highest score of 57.

THU vs LIG Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for THU vs LIG Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Eleanor Threlkeld, Tammy Beaumont, Georgia Boyce, Teresa Graves, Emma Lamb (c), Kathryn Bryce (vc), Lucy Higham, Sophie Ecclestone, Piepa Cleary, Kate Cross, Kirstie Gordon

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for THU vs LIG Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Abigail Freeborn, Tammy Beaumont (c), Georgia Boyce (vc), Yvonne Graves, Emma Lamb, Kathryn Bryce, Lucy Higham, Natalie Brown, Sophie Ecclestone, Kate Cross, Sophie Munro

THU vs LIG Risky Captaincy Choices:

Kate Cross has impressed with the ball picking 6 wickets in just 2 matches and she has scored 52 runs with the bat as well. It’s worth a risk in picking her as your fantasy team skipper.

Teresa Graves has scored 46 runs in 2 matches at an average of 23 and picked up 3 wickets with the ball as well. Considering her recent performances, she is a risky captaincy pick for your fantasy teams.

Player you should avoid:

Sarah Bryce got out for a duck in both the matches she has played. She is not in the greatest of forms and hence you can avoid her while making your fantasy teams.

Note: Updated Fantasy teams and Playing XIs of every match will be provided in our Telegram channel if the information is available.

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.