T20 Blast 2020: South Group, Hampshire vs Middlesex – 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report and Injury Update

Match Details:

The next South Group match of the T20 Blast 2020 is all set to be played between Hampshire and Middlesex at The Rose Bowl, Southampton on Sunday.

This match is scheduled to start at 1:00 PM Local Time (5:30 PM IST).

Preview

When Hampshire will take on Middlesex at The Rose Bowl in Southampton, not much barring reputation will be at stake. Both the sides have had a horrendous season and are out of the competition already. With just 3 wins from 9 games, Middlesex are sitting at the third position.

Hampshire’s case is even worse. They have won only one of the nine games they have played so far. It has given them a position in the very last place of South Group. Both sides will look to close what has been a disastrous chapter win a victory.

Weather Report 

The Southampton sky is expected to be bright and sunny with no chances of precipitation. The temperature will be around 23 °C.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The Rose Bowl track has provided assistance to both the bowlers and the batsmen. Anything over 160 can be considered decent in this track.

Average first innings score:  162  (Last 4 matches played at this venue) 

Record of chasing teams: Won – 2, Lost – 2, Tied – 0 (Last 4 matches played at this venue) 

Injury and Availability News:

(Will be added when there is an update)

Probable Playing XIs:

Hampshire:

James Vince (c)(wk), Chris Wood, James Fuller, Ian Holland, George Munsey, Ryan Stevenson, Felix Organ, Shaheen Afridi, Calvin Harrison, Tom Alsop, Sam Northeast.

Bench: Brad Wheal, Ajeet Dale, Joe Weatherly, Mason Crane.

Middlesex:

Max Holden, Stephen Eskinazi, Joe Cracknell, Martin Andersson, John Simpson (wk), Luke Hollman,  James Harris, Nathan Sowter, Tom Helm, Steven Finn (c), Tim Murtagh.

Bench: Thilan Walallawita, Dan Lincoln, Miguel Cummins, Jack Davies.

Top Picks: 

Steven Finn has picked up 14 wickets in this season, which makes him the most lethal bowler from Middlesex’s squad. He has an average of less than 20 and an economy rate of just over 8 runs per over.

Stephen Eskinazi has scored 397 runs in 9 games, which includes 4 stunning half-centuries. He has an average of almost 45 and a strike rate of over 150.

Ian Holland has been effective with both the bat and the ball. He has scored 136 runs at an average of almost 35. He also has 3 wickets to his name and has conceded runs at a very impressive economy rate of just over 7 runs per over.

Tom Helm has picked up 12 wickets from 9 games so far. He has an impressive average of just over 20 and an equally decent economy rate of just over 8 runs per over. He should get a place in your 11Wickets fantasy team.

Luke Hollman has picked up 7 wickets in 6 games, at an impressive average of less than 20. More than that, his brilliant economy rate of less than 7 runs per over catches the eye.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain Options –  Steven Finn, Stephen Eskinazi

Vice-Captain Options –  Ian Holland, Tom Helm.

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper –  John Simpson

Batters – James Vince, Sam Northeast, Max Holden, Stephen Eskinazi (C)

All-Rounders – Ian Holland, Martin Andersson

Bowlers – Tom Helm (VC), Shaheen Afridi, Tim Murtagh, Chris Wood.

12th Man – Tom Alsop

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – John Simpson

Batters –  James Vince, Max Holden, Stephen Eskinazi, Joe Cracknell

All-Rounders –  Ian Holland (VC), James Fuller, Luke Hollman

Bowlers – Tom Helm, Shaheen Afridi, Steven Finn (C)

12th Man – Tim Murtagh

Expert Advice: 

Tim Murtagh has picked up 6 wickets in just 4 games. He has an average of just over 15 and a brilliant economy rate of well under 7 runs per over. He can be a great differential in your 11Wickets fantasy squad.

Probable Winners: 

Middlesex is expected to win this match. 

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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.