SOR vs WAF Match Preview
To ensure success in your Dream11 team, balance is key. Include batters who can dismantle bowling attacks and bowlers who can claim important wickets. All-rounders will provide the dual advantage of batting and bowling skills.
Saurabh Netravalkar is originally from India, but he has transitioned into becoming one of the first names on the American national team list. He was the highest wicket-taker for the USA at the T20 World Cup with six wickets.
Since moving to the USA, Justin Dill has been one of the better performers in all forms of American domestic cricket. The tall fast-bowler dented a power-packed MI New York batting order when he took three for 33 against them.
Steve Smith will play under the watchful eye of fellow Australian Ricky Ponting and opening alongside Aussie teammate Travis Head. Smith also played under Ponting's coaching in the IPL with Delhi Capitals.
Heinrich Klaasen has made significant contributions in domestic cricket and the IPL. His ability to transfer pressure makes him a crucial middle-order batter. The South African was voted as the player of the tournament in this year's edition of the SA20 with 447 runs and a high score of 85.
Cameron Gannon has played in various T20 leagues around the world. He has showcased his talents mostly in the shorter formats of the game. His most successful T20 league is the Big Bash League in Australia where he has 29 wickets in his BBL career.
Weather Report
The weather is expected to be hot and humid, with temperatures rising even further into the night. No rain is expected.
Pitch Report
The pitch at Grand Prairie Stadium during day games should be hard, offering good bounce and some assistance to fast bowlers early on. A par score could be in the region of 160 - 170.
Notable stats
The rain following the Washington Freedom
Both of Washington Freedom's matches in 2024 have been rain-affected. They will want the rain to stay away on this occasion.
Team News
The batting let Seattle Orcas down in game one. Their overseas batting options seem strong, but they'll want to find which local batters to bank on fairly quickly. Alternatively, they could bring in Ryan Rickelton for one of their overseas all-rounders. Washington Freedom will unlikely tinker with their XI too much after not playing too much cricket up until now.
SOR vs WAF Probable 11
SOR Playing 11
- Quinton de Kock (Wk)
- Nauman Anwar
- Aaron Jones
- Shubham Ranjane
- Heinrich Klaasen (C)
- Imad Wasim
- Michael Bracewell
- Harmeet Singh
- Cameron Gannon
- Nandre Burger
- Zaman Khan
WAF Playing 11
- Travis Head
- Steven Smith (C)
- Saurabh Netravalkar
- Andries Gous (Wk)
- Glenn Maxwell
- Obus Pienaar
- Mukhtar Ahmed
- Marco Jansen
- Lockie Ferguson
- Justin Dill
- Akeal Hosein
Dream11 Prediction
It's difficult to choose who would be favoured with only a small sample of head-to-head clashes between them. The early form of Washington Freedom could push them to a victory though.
Top Picks
Steve Smith: The Freedom's captain is well travelled, having played cricket in all formats around the globe. He scored 46 not out against MI New York before rain halted proceedings in Morrisville.
Saurabh Netravalkar: The exciting bowler has led by example with his bowling prowess. He is one of the biggest helpers in raising the profile of cricket in the United States through his performances and leadership. His best bowling figures in T20 cricket of five for 12 was with the USA.
Quinton de Kock: The top-order batter is known for his explosive batting and his excellent wicketkeeping skills. His highest T20 score of 140 not out came in the IPL with Lucknow Super Giants.
SOR vs WAF Dream11 Team 1
Keeper: Quinton de Kock (C), Andries Gous (VC)
Batters: Nauman Anwar, Aaron Jones, Obus Pienaar
All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell
Bowlers: Saurabh Netravalkar, Harmeet Singh, Justin Dill, Cameron Gannon, Akeal Hosein
