Match Preview:
West Indies Legends face off with New Zealand Legends in a very crucial encounter at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad. WI-L are safely placed at the top of the table. NZ-L, if a win today will jump to the third spot directly.
This thus promises to be an interesting battle with so many things at stake.
Match Details for WI-L vs NZ-L
Series: Road Safety World Series T20 2022
Date: 21st September 2022
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
Live streaming: Colors Cineplex, Voot
Pitch Report for WI-L vs NZ-L
The Rajiv Gandhi Stadium is a batting paradise. A lot of runs are to be scored on this wicket. Bowlers might get a swing in the initial overs. If dew stays away, spinners might come into play. Due to the dew factor, teams winning the toss will look to chase.
Complete squad for WI-L vs NZ-L:
WI-L:
Danza Hyatt, Devendra Bishoo, Dwayne Smith, Jerome Taylor, Kirk Edwards, Marlon Black, Narsingh Deonarine, Sulieman Benn, Daren Powell, William Perkins, Dave Mohammed, Krishmar Santokie, Brian Lara (c)
NZ-L:
Craig McMillan, Scott Styris, Jacob Oram, Ross Taylor(c), Kyle Mills, Gareth Hopkins(w), Shane Bond, Jamie How, Aaron Redmond, Neil Broom, Hamish Bennett, Dean Brownlie, Bruce Martin, Anton Devcich
Probable Playing XI
WI-L:
Dwayne Smith, Kirk Edwards, Brian Lara (c), Narsingh Deonarine, Danza Hyatt, William Perkins (wk), Sulieman Benn, Devendra Bishoo, Marlon Black, Krishmar Santokie, Daren Powel
NZ-L:
Ross Taylor (captain), Jamie How, Jason Spice, Doug Brownlie, Neil Broom, Scott Styris, Anton Devcich, James Franklin, Gareth Hopkins(wicket-keeper), Hamish Bennett, Kyle Mills
Top Picks for WI-L vs NZ-L
WI-L:
Brian Lara:
The elegant left-handed batsman looks in good touch and a good score is due. The Prince of Trinidad will love playing on this ground.
Krishkumar Santokie:
Santokie gets swung with the new ball irrespective of the conditions. He also has got some variations up his sleeve. He is very effective at the death.
NZ-L:
Ross Taylor:
The kiwi batsman is very crucial for New Zealand’s chances in the tournament. His ability to play long innings would New Zealand score a huge total on the board.
Kyle Mills:
The talented Kiwi bowler is very economical. He takes wickets in the powerplay and stems the flow of runs. The pitch will suit his style of bowling.
Players to avoid WI-L vs NZ-L Dream 11 Match
WI-L:
Narsingh Deonarine:
Deonarine looks rusty with the bat. He does not look very fluent. He has not scored runs in this tournament.
NZ-L:
Craig McMilan:
Craig McMillan hasn’t participated in a game of cricket since 2011. He hasn’t been in touch and has shown shaky in the tournament.
Our Playing 11 for WI-L vs NZ-L Dream 11 Match
W Perkins, B Lara, R Taylor, D Brownlie, D Smith, K Santokie, A Devcich, S Benn, H Bennett, D Powell, K Mills
Probable Winner
West Indies have a strong squad and momentum on their side. They start as favorites.
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