A-RZ--CRICKET--TAD-MS3P vs TCB Match Preview
Last season, James Vince and Chris Lynn were the top scorers for Abu Dhabi. However, this time around, neither of them will be available. Instead, the team will be relying on Alex Hales to provide them with a strong start. He is expected to be accompanied by either Colin Ingram or Phil Salt at the top of the batting order.
Other batsmen in the team include Alishan Sharafu, Asif Khan, and Leus du Plooy. Team Abu Dhabi also has some high-quality all-rounders at their disposal, such as Kyle Mayers, Dwaine Pretorius, and Keemo Paul. When it comes to bowling, Dilshan Madushanka was outstanding in the recently concluded ODI World Cup and is likely to lead the pace attack alongside Tymall Mills and Rumman Raees.
The spin attack will be led by Afghanistan international Noor Ahmad and Allah Ghaznafar.
Chennai will heavily rely on the skills of all-rounders Charith Asalanka and Sikandar Raza to deliver exceptional performances this season. This is particularly crucial as they will be without the services of Carlos Braithwaite, who was their top wicket-taker and run-scorer in the previous season.
Fortunately, Chennai possesses a lineup of talented batsmen at the top of the order. Jason Roy and George Munsey have the ability to score quickly, while Vriitya Aravind is well-acquainted with the local conditions.
On the bowling front, the team boasts a formidable seam department comprising Obed McCoy, Sam Cook, Richard Ngrava, Junaid Siddiqui, and Hasan Ali. However, the spin department seems to be lacking in depth, with Imran Tahir being the sole high-quality spinner in the squad.
Weather Report
The weather will be clear with no chance of rain. The temperature will remain below the 30-degree mark.
Pitch Report
The pitch at Abu Dhabi is generally good to bat on. There is some pace and bounce for the quicker bowlers but overall the pitch is dry and there won’t be much movement. The team batting first will aim for the 100-run mark. The spinners can expect some turn throughout the match.
Notable stats
George Munsey: Value Pick
George Munsey is an explosive batsman in the T20 format. In his 71 innings so far, Munsey has scored 1824 runs at a strike rate of 141.28. His knocks include 2 centuries and 9 half-centuries.
Team News
There are no updates regarding injuries from either side.
A-RZ--CRICKET--TAD-MS3P vs TCB Probable 11
A-RZ--CRICKET--TAD-MS3P Playing 11
- Tom Banton (Wk)
- Alex Hales (C)
- Colin Ingram
- Dwaine Pretorius
- Leus Du Plooy
- Roelof van der Merwe
- Kyle Mayers
- Noor Ahmad
- Tymall Mills
- Keemo Paul
- Binura Fernando
TCB Playing 11
- Vriitya Aravind (Wk)
- Sikandar Raza
- Charith Asalanka
- Jason Roy
- Bhanuka Rajapaksa
- Stephen Eskinazi
- George Munsey
- Aayan Khan
- Imran Tahir (C)
- Hasan Ali
- Obed McCoy
Dream11 Prediction
We are backing Team Abu Dhabi to win this contest. They have an excellent record against Chennai Braves and are likely to maintain that. On the other hand, the Braves struggled throughout the last season and will need to play much better if they want to challenge Abu Dhabi.
Top Picks
Jason Roy: Jason Roy has a brilliant record in be T20 format. He has scored 8640 runs at a strike rate of 8640 and an average of 27.69.
Alex Hales: Alex Hales has scored 90 runs in his T10 career at a strike rate of 147.54.
Sikander Raza: Raza had picked 5 wickets last season and also scored 30 runs.
A-RZ--CRICKET--TAD-MS3P vs TCB Dream11 Team 1
Keeper: T Banton, V Aravind
Batters: A Hales (C), J Roy (VC), C Ingram, B Rajapkza
All-rounders: S Raza, D Pretorius, C Asalanka
Bowlers: N Ahmad, T Mills
