T20 Blast 2020: Central Group, Gloucestershire vs Warwickshire – Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report and Injury Update

Match Details:

The upcoming Central Group match of the T20 Blast 2020 is all set to be played between Gloucestershire and Warwickshire at the County Ground, Bristol on Tuesday.

This match is scheduled to start at 2:00 PM Local Time (6:30 PM IST).

Preview

When Gloucestershire will host Warwickshire at the County Ground, Bristol, it will be a battle between two in-form teams. Gloucestershire are at the top of the Central Group with five consecutive wins in seven games, including a washout.  They would want to carry the momentum in this game and remain at the top of the group.

On the other side, the visitors are coming off three straight wins after losing against Gloucestershire at Edgbaston earlier this season. They will be looking to make it four in a row and keep their hopes alive for the quarterfinal birth. 

Weather Report 

It is expected to be mostly cloudy during the course of the game with little chances of rain. The temperature will be around 23 °C. 

Pitch Condition/Report:

The pitch looked slow with some good assistance for the spinners in the last game. Batting second will be challenging as the surface deteriorates rapidly and the spinner comes into the game.

Average first innings score:  160  (Last 5 matches played at this venue) 

Record of chasing teams: Won – 2, Lost – 3, Tied – 0 (Last 5 matches played at this venue) 

Injury and Availability News:

(Will be added when there is an update)

Probable Playing XIs:

Gloucestershire:

Miles Hammond, Chris Dent, Ian Cockbain, Jack Taylor (c), Ryan Higgins, James Bracey (wk), George Scott, Graeme van Buuren, Tom Smith, David Payne, Matt Taylor.

Bench: Josh Shaw, George Hankins, Benny Howell.

Warwickshire:

Robert Yates, Dominic Sibley, Adam Hose, Sam Hain, Will Rhodes (c), Michael Burgess (wk), Tim Bresnan, Henry Brookes, Olly Stone, Jake Lintott, Jeetan Patel.

Bench: Dan Mousley, Liam Norwell, Ed Pollock.

Top Picks: 

Chris Dent is the second leading run-scorer for Gloucestershire this season. He has been striking the ball at a rate of 172.80 and has scored 216 runs this season. He scored 87 in his last outing at this venue.

Ian Cockbain has the most runs for Gloucestershire this season. He has been striking the ball at a rate of 185.71. Cockbain scored an unbeaten 84 in the last match against the Bears.

Sam Hain is scoring at an average of 59.66 in the tournament. He is coming off fresh from an unbeaten 73 from the last game. He can be a great addition to your Dream11 fantasy side.

Ryan Higgins is the highest wicket-taker in the tournament with 13 wickets and also took four wickets in his last match at Bristol. His average is slightly over 50.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options –  Ian Cockbain, Ryan Higgins

Vice-Captain Options –  Chris Dent, Sam Hain

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper –  James Bracey

Batters –  Ian Cockbain (C), Chris Dent, Sam Hain (VC), Robert Yates

All-Rounders – Graeme van Buuren, Ryan Higgins, Tim Bresnan

Bowlers – Tom Smith, Jeetan Patel, David Payne

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Michael Burgess

Batters – Ian Cockbain, Chris Dent (VC), Adam Hose, Sam Hain

All-Rounders –  Graeme van Buuren, Ryan Higgins (C), Will Rhodes

Bowlers – Tom Smith, Olly Stone, Jeetan Patel

Expert Advice: 

The pitch will assist the spinners a lot so it is advisable to pick most of them from both the sides in your XI.

Probable Winners:

Gloucestershire are expected to win this match.

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.