SCO vs PNG T20 World Cup 2021: Match 5, Group B: Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report and Injury Update

Preview:

Scotland will take on Papua New Guinea in the 1st round of the T20 World Cup 2021 on Tuesday. Scotland stunned Bangladesh in their opening game by 6 runs and they got the first points on the table. At one point they were struggling at 53 for 6 and later partnership between Chris Greaves and Mark Watt helped them to take the score to 140. They took some excellent catches which was one of the main highlights of the match.

Papua New Guinea, on the other hand, was thrashed completely by Oman in their opening encounter by 10 wickets. Batting first they managed to score 129 runs on the board and their bowlers couldn’t do anything while defending the smallest of targets. They require something special to defeat the in-form Scotland unit.

Match Details:

Scotland vs Papua New Guinea, Match 5, Group B

Venue: AI Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket, (Ministry Turf 1)

Date & Time: 19th October at 3:30 PM IST and 2:00 PM Local Time

Live Streaming: Star Sports Network

Pitch Report:

The wicket looks balanced with a fair share of advantage for both batters and bowlers. It’s hard to go against the spinners on this surface. Anything over 150 is a defendable score on this wicket.

Probable Playing XIs for SCO vs PNG:

Scotland

George Munsey, Kyle Coetzer (c), Matthew Cross (wk), Richie Berrington, Calum Macleod, Michael Leask, Chris Greaves, Mark Watt, Josh Davey, Safyaan Sharif, Brad Wheal

Papua New Guinea

Tony Ura, Lega Siaka, Assad Vala (c), Charles Amini, Sese Bau, Norman Vanua, Simon Atai, Kiplin Doriga (wk), Damien Ravu, Kabua Morea, Nosaina Pokana

SCO vs PNG Top Picks for SCO vs PNG Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Batters

George Munsey looked aggressive in the 1st match against Bangladesh and made a valuable 29 runs from 23 balls. He can play shots and just needs to spend more time at the crease.

Tony Ura had a bad day at the office in the last game. He got out for no score in the last match against Oman. He averages 35.9 with the bat in the T20Is. You can back him and include him in your fantasy teams.

Top Picks ­– All-Rounders

Richie Berrington had a short stay at the crease in the last game against Bangladesh where he scored just 2 runs. He is capable enough to score more runs in this match.

As usual, Assad Vala was the savior for PNG again. He batted brilliantly against Oman and scored 56 runs from 43 balls which included 4 fours and 3 sixes.

Top Picks ­– Bowlers

Chris Greaves played a rescue act for Scotland against Bangladesh. He added crucial 45 runs from just 28 balls and later picked up the important wickets of Shakib Al Hasan and Mushfiqur Rahim.

Nosaina Pokana has picked up 21 wickets in his 22 T20Is at an economy of 6.01 with the best figures of 3 for 21.

Top Picks ­– Wicketkeepers

Matthew Cross started well with the bat against Bangladesh but his innings ended for 11 runs. He played across the line and was adjudged LBW.

SCO vs PNG Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for SCO vs PNG Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Matthew Cross, Calum Macleod, George Munsey (vc), Sese Bau, Tony Ura, Richie Berrington, Charles Amini, Assad Vala (c), Nosaina Pokana, Mark Watt, Chris Greaves

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for SCO vs PNG Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Matthew Cross, Kyle Coetzer, Calum Macleod (c), Lega Siaka, George Munsey, Tony Ura, Charles Amini, Assad Vala, Josh Davey, Nosaina Pokana, Chris Greaves (vc)

SCO vs PNG Risky Captaincy Choices:

Kyle Coetzer got out for a duck in the last game against Bangladesh. You can take a risk and pick him as your fantasy team skipper.

Charles Amini played his part in the last match against Oman. Coming at No.4 he scored 37 runs from 26 balls which comprised of 4 fours and a six.

Player you should avoid:

Considering plenty of options available in the all-rounder’s slot, it’s better to avoid Norman Vanua while making your fantasy teams.

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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.