T20 Blast 2021, South Group: ESS vs GLO Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Pitch Report, and Injury Update

Preview:

Essex are coming into this match after suffering three back-to-back defeats. They started the tournament with a win against Somerset, but since then, their record has taken a hit, as they have lost three straight matches. They are currently placed at the eighth position in the south group points table. 

Gloucestershire’s position on the points table is much better as they have won two of their four matches. They are coming into this match after a two-run win, which came because of the DLS method against Middlesex. They are currently at the fourth spot. 

Match Details:

Essex vs Gloucestershire, South Group

Venue: County Ground, Chelmsford

Date & Time: June 18th at 11:30 PM IST and 7:00 PM local time

Live Streaming: Youtube

Pitch Report:

The wicket in Chelmsford has been known for producing matches that have had a good balance between bat and the ball. Despite this wicket being good for the batters, we can expect the bowlers to get some nip and carry from it.

Probable Playing XIs for ESS vs GLO

Essex

William Buttleman (wk), Tom Westley, Michael-Kyle Pepper, Paul Walter, James Neesham, Ryan ten Doeschate, Simon Harmer (c), Jack Plom, Aron Nijjar, Samuel Cook, James Porter

Gloucestershire

Chris Dent, Miles Hammond, Ian Cockbain, Glenn Phillips (wk), Jack Taylor (c), Ryan Higgins, Benny Howell, Tom Smith, Josh Shaw, David Payne, Daniel Worrall

Top Picks for ESS vs GLO Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Essex

James Neesham has been playing well, trying to contribute with the bat and the ball. He has managed to score 121 runs with the bat so far and has also picked up one wicket. 

Simon Harmer has been leading this team from the front and has been performing well. He has picked up four wickets at an average of 28. He has also managed to score 51 runs. 

Top Picks – Gloucestershire

Glenn Phillips has batted wonderfully in this tournament so far. The overseas wicketkeeper-batsman has been quite impressive. He has made 131 runs in his four innings. 

Benny Howell has been playing the role of an all-rounder perfectly in this tournament for Gloucestershire. He has picked up three wickets so far and also scored 98 runs with the bat. 

ESS vs GLO Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for ESS vs GLO Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

W Buttleman, Glenn Phillips (C), T Westley, Ian Cockbain, C Dent, Simon Harmer, James Neesham (VC), B Howell, S Cook, J Shaw, D Payne

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for ESS vs GLO Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

M Pepper, Glenn Phillips, M Hammond, G Buuren, C Dent, R Higgins, P Walter, B Howell (C), J Shaw (VC), J Plom, A Nijjar

ESS vs GLO Risky Captaincy Choices:

S Cook, A Nijjar

Player you should avoid:

J Porter has not been in the best of forms in this tournament so far. He has played four matches and taken only two wickets. It is better to go with the other pacers. 

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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.