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

Preview:

Somerset registered their 2^nd win of the tournament in the previous match against Surrey by 7 wickets. They have been very thrilled with the away victory and are looming with confidence ahead of the home fixture against Hampshire. They placed themselves at the 6^th spot in the South Group standings with 6 points.

Hampshire are really struggling at the moment having won only one game so far in this competition. Their last two matches were washed out due to rain. Currently, they are at the 8^th spot in the South Group standings with 4 points.

Match Details:

Somerset vs Hampshire, South Group

Venue: The Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton

Date &Time: June 25th at 11:00 PM IST and 6:30 PM local time

Live Streaming: Youtube

Pitch Report:

It’s a batters paradise where runs will come quick and fast. No target is safe at this venue and the bowlers need to be on top of their game. Bowling first is a good option.

Probable Playing XIs SOM vs HAM:

Somerset

Devon Conway, Tom Banton (wk), James Hildreth, Will Smeed, Tom Lammonby, Lewis Gregory (c), Ben Green, Craig Overton, Josh Davey, Jack Leach, Max Waller

Hampshire

James Vince (c), D’Arcy Short, Joe Weatherley, Lewis McManus (wk), Tom Prest, James Fuller, Colin de Grandhomme, Chris Wood, Mason Crane, Brad Wheal, Ryan Stevenson

SOM vs HAM Top Picks for SOM vs HAM Dream11 Match:

Top Picks ­– Somerset

Devon Conway’s inclusion will be a big boost for Somerset. He got a brilliant start to his career and played exceptionally in the recent test series against England and also in the WTC Final.

James Hildreth scored his 1^st half-century of the tournament against Surrey in the last game. He remained not out on 72* in the run-chase. Overall he has scored 169 runs at an average of 56.33.

Top Picks – Hampshire

Joe Weatherley has scored the most runs for Hampshire this tournament. He has scored 134 runs in 4 matches at an average of 33.5 with a strike rate of 144.08.

Skipper James Vince too played his part well so far in this competition, scoring 124 runs in 4 matches at an average of 31 with the highest score of 36.

SOM vs HAM Must Picks for Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for SOM vs HAM Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Lewis McManus, Tom Banton, James Hildreth, James Vince, Devon Conway (c), Joe Weatherley, D’Arcy Short (vc), Colin de Grandhomme, Josh Davey, Craig Overton, Mason Crane

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for SOM vs HAM Dream11 Fantasy Cricket:

Lewis McManus, James Hildreth (vc), James Vince (c), Devon Conway, Joe Weatherley, D’Arcy Short, Will Smeed, Lewis Gregory, Craig Overton, Jack Leach, Mason Crane

SOM vs HAM Risky Captaincy Choices:

Will Smeed has scored 72 runs in 3 matches so far at an average of 24 with a strike rate of 141.17. You can take a risk and pick him as your fantasy team skipper.

Colin de Grandhomme will be playing his first match of the tournament. Considering this you can take a risk and pick him as your Dream11 fantasy team captain.

Player you should avoid:

Max Waller has picked up 3 wickets in 4 matches so far in this tournament and he is slightly expensive. Considering this it’s better to avoid while making your fantasy teams.

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.