The Ford Trophy, 2019-20: Match 13, Central Districts vs Northern Districts – Dream11 Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

The 13th match of the Ford Trophy 2019-20 will be played between Central Districts and Northern Districts at the Lincoln No 3.

The match starts at 11:00 AM local time (10:00 PM GMT – Prev Day) (3:30 AM IST).

Preview:

Both Central Districts and Northern Districts have had modest of starts to the season having won only one of the four matches they played in the tournament. The Central Districts, who have faced injury concerns, lost two of their first three matches. Another game ended without a result where they posted a big total. The Northern Districts suffered three defeats including a 1-run loss to Canterbury in the previous match. They are now boosted by the inclusion of Anton Devcich but Daryl Mitchell joined the New Zealand Test squad. The Lincoln No 3 ground will host the game between the two sides on Friday.

Weather Condition/Report:

The Lincoln No.3 ground could be under cloud cover in the afternoon.

Pitch Condition/Report:

The Lincoln No.3 had contrasting matches this week. The game of Monday recorded as many as 680 runs but the last match saw Central Districts defending only 251. Last year, the 270-run mark was quite regular. A different pitch could be used for Friday’s match and we could see yet another high-scoring match.

Average first innings score: 285 (List A matches)

Record of chasing teams: Won – 2, Lost – 3

Injury and Availability:

Ajaz Patel and Daryl Mitchell have joined the New Zealand Test squad. Anton Devcich has returned from T10 League. Josh Clarkson suffered a concussion in the previous match and has been ruled out of Friday’s match.

Probable Playing XIs:

Central Districts:

George Worker, Dane Cleaver (WK), Tom Bruce (C), Greg Hay, Ben Smith, Brad Schmulian, Willem Ludick, Seth Rance, Kieran Noema-Barnett, Jayden Lennox, Ryan Watson.

Bench – Ray Toole.

Northern Districts:

Tim Seifert (WK), Katene Clarke, Dean Brownlie, Joe Carter (C) , Anton Devcich, Henry Cooper, Brett Hampton, Ish Sodhi, Scott Kuggeleijn, Anurag Verma, Zak Gibson.

Bench – Brett Randell, Joe Walker, Daryl Mitchell.

Top Picks:

Anurag Verma is averaging 73 with the bat in the tournament and also claimed seven wickets. Anton Devcich took two wickets in his first match of this Ford Trophy edition. Tom Bruce has been reliable with the bat as he recorded scores of 56, 56, 36, and 54 in this tournament. Seth Rance has picked up 9 wickets in this season which includes a 4-wicket haul.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captain – Anton Devcich, George Worker, Tom Bruce

Vice-Captain – Dane Cleaver, Tim Seifert, Dean Brownlie

Suggested Playing XI No.1 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Dane Cleaver

Batters – Tom Bruce, Henry Cooper, Dean Brownlie (VC)

All-Rounders – George Worker (C), Kieran Noema-Barnett, Anton Devcich, Scott Kuggeleijn

Bowlers – Seth Rance, Anurag Verma, Ish Sodhi

Suggested Playing XI No.2 for Fantasy Cricket:

Keeper – Tim Seifert

Batters – Tom Bruce (VC), Ben Smith, Henry Cooper

All-Rounders – Anton Devcich (VC), George Worker, Brett Hampton, Scott Kuggeleijn

Bowlers – Seth Rance, Anurag Verma, Ryan Watson

Expert Advice:

A lot of important names are present in the all-rounders’ category. Anton Devcich, Scott Kuggeleijn and George Worker are the crucial players in this list. The other players might be consistent but the above names usually make a bigger impact.

Probable Winners:

Northern Districts are expected to register their 2nd win of the tournament.

*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.