Shpageeza Cricket League, 2019: Qualifier 1, Mis Ainak Knights vs Band-e-Amir Dragons: Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The Qualifier-1 of the Shpageeza Cricket League (SCL) 2019 will be played between Mis Ainak Knights and Band-e-Amir Dragons at the Alokozay Kabul International Cricket Ground.

The match starts at 9:30 AM local time (10:30 AM IST) (05:00 AM GMT).

This game can be viewed on RTA World and RTA Pashto YouTube Channels.

Preview

The Mis Ainak Knights might have had a close shave in their last encounter against the Amo Sharks. Nevertheless, they managed to get over the line by 3 runs. Thus, the team has also ensured that they finish on the top of the points table in the SCL 2019. With four wins in five games, they have seemed to be one of the better teams thus far in the tournament.

But when they take on the Band-e-Amir Dragons in the Qualifier 1, they will surely be tested. After losses in the first two games, Rashid Khan and his men bounced back well enough and won three games on the trot. A 109-run win in their last match is a confidence booster and the team will be eager to make it straight into the finals. Neither of these sides will want to take the longer route to the final and will look to give their best in this match itself.

Weather Report

It will be a partly cloudy day in Kabul on Wednesday. While it will be cold in the morning hours, the temperatures are expected to rise as the day progresses. A maximum predicted temperature of 24C and no rain is what it should be for this game.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The track at this venue has been slightly tricky as it has played out differently in different games. However, when the pitch is fresh in the morning, it seems to be the best for batting. Thus, the side that wins the toss should have no hesitations about putting the opposition in the field first.

Average first innings score: 152.5 (Last five games in this edition of the league)

Record of chasing teams: Won – 2, Lost – 3, Tied – 0

Injury and Availability News:

(Will be added when there is an update)

Probable Playing XIs:

Mis Ainak Knights:

Noor Ali Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ihsanullah Janat, Shafiqullah Ghafari, Tariq Stanikzai, Mohammad Nabi (C), Sharafuddin Ashraf, Sadiqullah Patan, Naveen-ul-Haq, Noor Ahmad, Yamin Ahmadzai.

Bench:  Farhan Zakhil, Rahmatullah Sahak, Abidullah Taniwal, Zahidullah, Zia ul Haq Eisakhil, Rahmanullah Zadran, Najib Stanikzai, Zohaib Zamankhil, Fazal Niazai.

Band-e-Amir Dragons:

Rashid Khan (C), Javed Ahmadi, Naveed Obaid/Rifatullah, Shawkat Zaman, Nasir Jamal, Afsar Zazai (WK), Hayatullah, Batin Shah, Fareed Ahmed, Mujeeb ur Rahman, Nijat Masood.

Bench:  Imran Janat, Naveed Obaid/Rifatullah, Zamir Khan, Usman Adil, Azmatullah Omarzai, Fitratullah Khawri, Qasim Oryakhil.

Top Picks:

The wicket-keepers from both the teams have done well compared so many other pure batsmen. Thus, both of them should be in your Dream11 Fantasy team. Noor Ali Zadran is one of your top picks along with the likes of Mohammad Nabi and Javed Ahmadi. Mujeeb ur Rahman is an equally good option as well for your Dream11 Fantasy side.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options – Noor Ali Zadran, Mohammad Nabi, Mujeeb Ur Rahman

Vice-Captain Options – Javed Ahmadi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Afsar Zazai

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Afsar Zazai

Batters – Noor Ali Zadran (c), Tariq Stanikzai, Nasir Jamal

All-Rounders – Mohammad Nabi, Shafiqullah Ghafari, Javed Ahmadi (vc)

Bowlers – Yamin Ahmadzai, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Nijat Masood

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Rahmanullah Gurbaz (vc), Afsar Zazai

Batters – Noor Ali Zadran, Ihsanullah Janat, Shawkat Zaman

All-Rounders – Mohammad Nabi (c), Rashid Khan, Javed Ahmadi

Bowlers – Noor Ahmad, Naveen ul Haq, Mujeeb Ur Rahman

Expert Advice:

Rashid Khan might not have performed up to the expectations so far in the tournament. But given that he is opening the innings with the bat and considering the force that he is with the ball, he should be there in at least one of your Dream11 Fantasy teams. Also, you must have Noor Ali Zadran in both your teams.

Probable Winners:

Band-e-Amir Dragons are expected to win this 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.