Zambia Cricket League – Match 2, Kabwe Stars vs Ndola Blitz: 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket Tips – Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Update

Match Details:

Match 2 in the Zambia Cricket League will be played between Kabwe Stars and Ndola Blitz at Lotus Sports Club Grounds in Kamwala.

The match starts at 10:30 AM local time (2:00 PM IST). This match can be streamed live on BetBarter YouTube Channel.

Preview:

The game of cricket comes back to Zambia with Zambia Cricket League. This tournament will have four exciting teams to contest in. In the second match, Kabwe Stars takes on Ndola Blitz and it could be an exciting contest. Lusaka Heats and Kitwe Kings are the other teams that are contesting in the tournament.

Weather Condition/Report:

Weather is expected to be sunny around 22 degrees and the full match can be expected according to AccuWeather

Pitch Condition/Report:

137 was the first innings average score in the previous T20 tournament played at this venue. As this is a T10 league, we can expect scores around 70-80 in the first innings. Chasing teams don’t have a good record at this ground.

Average first innings score: 137 (In Previous T20 tournament at this venue)

Record of chasing teams: Won – 5, Lost – 9

Injury and Availability News:

(Will be updated if there’s any information)

Probable Playing XIs:

Kabwe Stars:

Joseph Chinunga (C), Godfrey Kandela (VC), Isaac Mwaba (WK)/Allan Nsesha (WK)/Mohammade Baidu (WK), Gladson Kandela, James Zimba, Kanswe Omala, Tausif Panchibaya/Tapson Nyirongo, Madaliso Mvula, Mohsin Agaz, Ashraf Lulat, Lawrence Mutale/Zakir Patel

Ndola Blitz:

Robert Rogers (C), James Squire (VC), Connor Fletcher (WK), Chris Mai, Calion Harris, James Badcock, Oliver Snart/Aiden Hawksworth, Keyle Russel/James Green, Devan Cowley, Thomas Vermaark, Richard Parker/Greg Geldenhuys/Craig Stow

Top Picks:

Kabwe Stars: Joseph Chinunga opens the innings and he’s expected to do well with the willow. Gladson Kandela, the deputy of Stars is expected to dish out two overs with the ball, he has decent figures for Zambia. Kandela also bats down the order and hits some explosive sixes. Allan Nsesha is a keeper-batsman, his batting record is pretty good. Tapson Nyirongo is their lead bowler and he’s expected to open the bowling for the team. James Zimba is a lower-order batsman cum bowler, who has the capability to pick wickets.

Ndola Blitz: Captain Robert Rogers bats in top order and he’s capable of batting some explosive knocks, and most importantly, he will bowl two overs as well. Oliver Snart is also expected to do well with both bat and ball. Thomas Vermaark is another top-pick who can be trusted in both departments. Richard Parker also has a good record with the ball and can do a decent job with the willow. Devan Cowley has a brilliant batting record and can do well with the ball as well.

Captain and Vice-Captain Selection:

Captains picks: Robert Rogers, Richard Parker

Vice-captain picks: Joseph Chinunga, James Squire

Suggested Playing XI for Head to Head/Small Leagues:

Keeper: Isaac Mwaba

Batsmen: Allan Nsesha, Devan Cowley, Joseph Chinunga, Oliver Snart

All-rounders: Godfrey Kandela, James Squire, Robert Rogers (C) 

Bowlers: Gladson Kandela, Tapson Nyirongo, Richard Parker (VC)

12th man: Thomas Vermaark

Suggested Playing XI for Grand Leagues/Mega Leagues:

Keeper: Isaac Mwaba

Batsmen: Allan Nsesha, Devan Cowley, Joseph Chinunga (C), Oliver Snart

All-rounders: Godfrey Kandela, James Squire, Robert Rogers (VC)

Bowlers: Gladson Kandela, Tapson Nyirongo, Richard Parker

12th man: Connor Fletcher

Expert Advice:

Robert Rogers is expected to give some valuable points in your fantasy XI. You can trust him as a multiplier.

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.