T10 League 2018, Match 1: Rajputs vs Sindhis – Dream11 Fantasy Tips

The T10 league could get the much-needed attraction in the second season with the number of star players in this season compared to that of the last year. The opening game of the 8-team tournament will be played between the Sindhis and Rajputs, Sindhis join the T10 this season, will be led by the former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson. Sindhis were initially named Karachians and it was later changed.

They will be one of the attractions in the league as they are filled up with all-rounders. The balance of the Sindhis team is such that they could have as many as nine decent options with the ball in every game. All their players are capable of clearing the fence with ease. They will face Rajputs, who play under Brendon McCullum. The former New Zealand player will be delighted to have a line-up with such a variety of players.

Match Details:

The first match of the T10 League 2018 will be played between Rajputs and Sindhis at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in Sharjah.

The match starts at 6:30 PM local time (2:30 PM GMT) (8:00 PM IST).

Pitch Condition/Report:

The average scores in the previous edition of the tournament were between 110 and 120. The recent Afghanistan Premier League T20 hosted by Sharjah produced some really big scores before the pitches turned dull as the tournament progressed. The first game of the tournament could witness big scores going by the trend of the ground.

Squads:

Rajputs:

Brendon McCullum (C), Ashfaq Ahmed, Carlos Brathwaite, Ben Dunk, Laurie Evans, Karim Janat, Tymal Mills, Mohammad Shahzad, Munaf Patel, Samit Patel, Qais Ahmad, Rohan Mustafa, Rilee Rossouw, Sayed Shirzad, Oshane Thomas, Peter Trego.

Sindhis:

Shane Watson (C), Ahmed Raza, Jofra Archer, Ben Cutting, Anton Devcich, Fawad Ahmed, Ghulam Shabber, Ben Laughlin, Dawid Malan, Mohammad Irfan, Mohammad Nawaz, Thisara Perera, Denesh Ramdin, Samiullah Shinwari, Pravin Tambe, Isuru Udana.

Probable XI:

Rajputs:

Brendon McCullum (C), Mohammad Shahzad, Ben Dunk, Laurie Evans, Rilee Rossouw, Samit Patel, Carlos Brathwaite, Tymal Mills, Qais Ahmad, Sayed Shirzad, Oshane Thomas.

Sindhis:

Shane Watson (C), Dawid Malan, Anton Devcich, Denesh Ramdin, Samiullah Shinwari, Ben Cutting, Jofra Archer, Thisara Perera, Ben Laughlin/Mohammad Nawaz, Fawad Ahmed, Isuru Udana.

Power Picks:

Rilee Rossouw was successful in the last season of the T10 scoring 126 runs across four matches including a fifty. Laurie Evans has been in splendid form and stood among top run-scorers in the APL T20 played in Sharjah. Dawid Malan can produce consistent scores if given a chance to open.

Best Playing XI:

Mohammad Shahzad, Shane Watson, Anton Devcich, Ben Dunk, Laurie Evans, Carlos Brathwaite, Ben Cutting, Thisara Perera, Isuru Udana, Jofra Archer, Tymal Mills.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Shane Watson and Anton Devcich will be a direct option for multipliers as the duo will be playing in the top three of Sindhis’ batting and could chip with an over at least. Mohammad Shahzad and Evans can be alternatives as the captain and vice-captain.

Expert Advice:

In the name of expansion of the tournament, T10 league roped in few Indian retired players. Munaf Patel and Pravin Tambe, who are part of this game, are unlikely to make it to the XI. The duo hasn’t played any professional cricket in the last one year. Even if picked in the XI, they will find it difficult to make a big impact.

Probable Winners:

Sindhis are expected to make a winning start against Rajputs as their line-up is filled with all-rounders.

*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.

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