Desert Vipers will be all set to lock horns against Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in this crucial T20 encounter. Welcome to the VIP vs ABD Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Desert Vipers were focused in their first game which earned them a crucial win that should help them maintain a consistent form in the upcoming matches of the series.
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders on the other hand are yet to taste victory in the series with 2 defeats in the last 2 games which should be their main focus to stay in contention.
Probable Winner, Match Tips, and Match Prediction
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders should win this match by a very close margin.
Pitch Report and Toss
The pitch is a low-scoring ground that can favor spinners in the second innings. The winners of the toss to bat first.
Weather
The weather forecasts a sunny and pleasant day
Probable Playing 11
Desert Vipers
S.Billings (wk), A.Hales, S.Rutherford, C.Munro, T.Curran, B.Howell, R.Mustafa, A.Naseer, T.Mills, S.Cottrell, G.Atkinson
Abu Dhabi Knight Riders
C.Esterhuizen (wk), P.Stirling, B.King, C.Ingram, S.Narine, A.Russell, Z.Farid, F.Nawaz, R.Rampaul, Ali-Khan, A.Hosein
Match Details
UAE T20
Match: Desert Vipers vs Abu Dhabi Knight Riders
Date and Time: 18th January – 07:30 pm IST
Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, UAE
VIP vs ABD Dream11 Team Prediction Today, UAE T20, Fantasy Cricket Picks
Wicket-Keeper
Sam Billings (8.5 Cr) should be able to create decent batting chances that earned him 49 runs in the last match along with his skills behind the stumps that covered the majority of his contributions in this match.
Batsman
Alex Hales (9.0 Cr) scored a brilliant 83 runs at a strike rate of 159.62 which can help him push for a more consistent form throughout the series to bring out the best in him.
Paul Stirling (9.0 Cr) was able to score a much-necessary 74 runs at a strike rate of 169.64 along with his fielding skills which could keep him focused on developing in this match.
Brandon King (7.5 Cr) holds amazing potential but lacks the consistency which should help him maintain a stronger form that could lead to an effective performance in this contest.
All-rounders
Andre Russell (9.0 Cr) was able to score 38 runs at a strike rate of 216.67 along with 1 wicket which shows his understanding of this pitch that can be used in this match.
Sunil Narine (8.5 Cr) was able to add 3 wickets to his name in the last 2 matches which could keep him focused on adding a batting contribution for this crucial fixture.
Zawar Farid (6.5 Cr) did not get a chance to showcase his skills on full display during the last match but has managed to create decent batting and bowling which can continue to grow in this match.
Bowlers
Sheldon Cottrell (8.5 Cr) was able to find 1 wicket in the last match and can bring his experience into the game to enhance his growing momentum in the upcoming matches.
Tymal Mills (7.5 Cr) was also able to find 1 wicket in the last match with greater potential to fight for his place in the line up which could keep him motivated for this match.
Ravi Rampaul (8.0 Cr) holds great bowling potential but was not able to make his mark in the last game which can motivate him to retain his form making him our prime choice for this encounter.
Ali-Khan (6.5 Cr) added 2 wickets to his name with the ability to contain the opposition with a controlled economy rate of 6.50 which can continue to improve his contributions in this contest.
Dream11 Team Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain
S.Narine will be our captain and R.Rampaulwill be our vice-captain because of their current form that can keep them consistent in this match.
DREAM 11 TEAM
Billings, Hales, King, Stirling, Farid, Russell, Narine (C), Cottrell, Mills, Rampaul (VC), Ali-Khan
Dream11 Team Disclaimer
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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