DG vs GG Dream11 Prediction for Match 8 of Lanka Premier League 2021: Playing XI, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Team, Weather Updates and Pitch Report
Preview for DG vs GG Dream11 Contest:
Dambulla Giants are back on the winning track having lost their game on Tuesday to Jaffna Kings. They got the better of Colombo Stars courtesy of a sensational batting performance from their middle order, and it appears as though the Galle Gladiators have more to worry about from this fixture than before. A flurry of top individual performances from the Giants will be a cause of concern for the Gladiators, who themselves have been in decent nick.
Probable Playing XI
Dambulla Giants
Philip Salt, Niroshan Dickwella (wk), Dilshan Munaweera, Sohaib Maqsood, Dasun Shanaka (c), Najibullah Zadran, Chamika Karunaratne, Ramesh Mendis, Tharindu Ratnayake, Nuwan Pradeep, Imran Tahir
Galle Gladiators
Danushka Gunathilaka, Kusal Mendis, Mohammad Hafeez, Ben Dunk (wk), Samit Patel, Bhanuka Rajapaksa (c), Dhananjaya Lakshan, Lahiru Madushanka, Noor Ahmad, Nuwan Thushara, Suminda Lakshan
Weather Update
The weather conditions in Colombo have remained cloudy since the start of the tournament, and perhaps we are entering the phase where rains could start to eat up some overs, like it did on Wednesday evening. The temperatures will remain under 30 degrees, making it a pleasant environment for a game of cricket.
Pitch Report
A new track was used in the afternoon game for the Dambulla Giants, who might once again be playing on the same pitch for this fixture. We can expect it to slow down a bit, but team batting first must get in excess of 160 to stand a chance.
DG vs GG Dream11 Prediction
This is quite an even contest between bat and ball, but the fantasy managers will be attracted a bit more towards the Giants’ individual talent, as they should be. Their bowlers and batters are contributing profusely in fantasy gaming, and there are some good options in the Gladiators’ side too, who are capable of taking up the multiplier role.
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DG vs GG Dream11 Captaincy Picks
Samit Patel: The English all-rounder has been contributing profusely with the bat and ball for the Gladiators. He has picked up 6 wickets with the ball, and scored 60 runs with the bat. He is the ideal choice for captaincy in small leagues.
Bhanuka Rajapaksa: The Gladiators’ skipper has been picked up as captain by less than 10% of fantasy gamers, which can be a blessing for mega leagues. He has 8- runs to his credit thus far, and is capable of chipping in with big knocks at regular intervals.
Philip Salt: As it stands, Philip Salt is the highest run-scorer in the tournament, registering 139 runs in 3 games, including 2 half-centuries. Adding him as vice-captain provides you guaranteed returns.
DG vs GG Dream11 Budget Picks
Noor Ahmad: At just 8 credits, you can add the incredibly talented Noor Ahmad to your team, who is just 16-years-old and is one of the topmost teenage talents right now. He played 3 games, and picked 3 wickets thus far.
Nuwan Pradeep: The joint-highest wicket-taker in the tournament right now, Nuwan Pradeep already has 7 wickets to his credit in 3 games. He is an absolute bargain pick for just 8.5 credits.
Ben Dunk: The Australian opener got a good start in the last game, and can be trusted with a position in your fantasy team for the games coming up. He costs 8.5 credits to be on your side.
Mega League Team for DG vs GG Dream11 Contest
Small/Head to Head Team for DG vs GG Dream11 Contest
