Malta will be all set to lock horns against Portugal in this crucial T20 encounter. Welcome to the POR vs MAL Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Portugal were looking in solid form throughout their last series resulting in 4 wins in their last 5 matches which could keep them consistent on channeling a similar form for this match.
Malta on the other hand have lost 4 of their last 5 matches and will look to make the most of their improved overs which could push them to find a better momentum in this contest.
Probable Winner, Match Tips, and Match Prediction
Portugal should win this match by a very close margin.
Pitch Report and Toss
This pitch is balanced and well suited for both departments. The winners of the toss should bat first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a partly sunny day.
Probable Playing 11
Portugal
A.Gholiya (wk), A.Andani, S.Ghimire, A.Chambers, N.Shahzad, F.Stoman, C.Greenshields, Khan-II, Maisam, R.Sarwar, M.Siraj Nipo
Malta
A.Khan (wk), R.Bastiansz, V.Prasath, N.Khosla, B.George, F.Mughal, S.Stanislaus, A.Sharma, A.Bisnoi, J.Jerome, D.Marks
Match Details
ECN Gibraltar T20I
Match: Portugal vs Malta
Date and Time: 4th May – 06:15 pm IST
Venue: Gucherre Cricket Ground, Albergaria, Portugal
Telecast: Fan Code
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Wicket-Keeper
Kuldeep Gholiya (8.5 Cr) has provided impressive runs in his recent games that have allowed him to showcase his strengths behind the stumps to build a consistent form.
Affy Khan (8.5 Cr) holds great experience in T20 cricket with a total fo 144 runs at a strike rate of 156.34 in 7 matches along with his skills as the wicketkeeper.
Batsman
Azher Andani (8.5 Cr) can provide runs in the top order which could only push him to find an impressive performance at this early stage of the tournament which can elevate the teams morale for this match.
Suman Ghimire (8.0 Cr) will look to make good use of his increased game time which can only allow them to showcase his true strengths coming into this important fixture.
Ryan Bastiansz (8.5 Cr) has scored 131 runs in his last 6 T20 matches along with 2 wickets to showcase his improving bowling skills in the middle order that can keep him focused for this match.
All-rounders
Najam Shahzad (8.5 Cr) is a fantastic all-rounder with the potential to reach massive totals in the top order along with his bowling abilities which can push him up a notch for this encounter.
Francoise Stoman (7.5 Cr) scored 100 runs in his last 3 matches but did not get a chance to showcase his bowling potential in the last series which can increase his chances of improving his contributions.
Basil George (9.0 Cr) has scored 235 runs at a strike rate of 151.61 along with 18 wickets in 15 T20 matches which make him a potential game-changer.
Bowlers
Junaid Khan-II (8.5 Cr) can provide wickets with consistency with a recent drop in form that should allow him to make good use of his overall bowling potential that can elevate his performance.
Syed Maisam (8.0 Cr) has the potential to score decent runs in the tail end of the batting order which earned him 168 runs along with 6 wickets in 10 matches that make him a crucial contributor.
Ashok Bishnoi (8.5 Cr) is a wonderful bowler in T20 cricket and has the stats to show for it as he has picked 23 wickets in 21 T20 matches highlighting his consistency and determination.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
N.Shahzad will be our captain and S.Ghimire will be our vice-captain because of their fantastic form that can allow them to build a consistent performance.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Gholiya, Khan, Andani, Ghimire (VC), Bastiansz. Shahzad (C), Stoman, George, Khan-II, Maisam, Bishnoi
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The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches, and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.
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