GG vs JK Dream11 Prediction for Lanka Premier League 2021: Playing XI, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Team, Weather Updates and Pitch Report
Preview for GG vs JK Dream11 Contest:
The Lanka Premier League will kick-start its second edition, with defending champions Jaffna Kings taking on Galle Gladiators. The Jaffna franchise will be appearing with a change in name, from Stallions to Kings. They have once again entered the fray with a lot of experienced names, and are keen on making a huge impression. Their star outlet Wanindu Hasaranga will join them after his T10 commitments are completed today.
The Gladiators will be led by Bhanuka Rajapaksa, and have a very experienced Pakistani core in Mohammad Hafeez, Sarfaraz Ahmed and Mohammad Amir. The form of Tabraiz Shamsi will come in handy as well for the unit, and are looking like a side to beat.
Probable Playing XI
Probable Playing XIs
Galle Gladiators
Kusal Mendis, Danushka Gunathilaka, Bhanuka Rajapaksa (C), Mohammad Hafeez, Sarfaraz Ahmed (WK), Dhananjaya Lakshan, Mohammad Amir, Isuru Udana, Tabraiz Shamsi, Kevin Koththigoda, Nuwan Thushara
Jaffna Kings
Upul Tharanga, Faf du Plessis, Avishka Fernando, Ashan Randika, Shoaib Malik, Chaturanga de Silva, Thisara Perera (C), Maheesh Theekshana, Usman Shinwari, Praveen Jayawickrama, Suranga Lakmal
Weather Update:
The conditions remain quite cloudy towards the end of the day, around the game time. This will be a cause of concern, as the fans would not want rain to halt play on day 1, but besides that, the temperatures will remain quite pleasant, around 25-29 degrees during game time.
Pitch Report
Since it is the first game of the tournament, we can expect the track to remain quite fresh and flat for a T20 contest. A lot of runs are on cards for this fixture, and teams would perhaps want to bowl first to negate the dew factor.
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GG vs JK Dream11 Prediction
The advice to fantasy managers would be to find a proper balance in your team between these two sets of players, as there is no clear evidence as to who leads the charts. There are some brilliant names with loads of experience, and perhaps they can be trusted for multiplier roles.
GG vs JK Dream11 Captaincy Picks
Thisara Perera: One of the most experienced all-rounders in this fixture, Thisara Perera was one of the star performers last season for Jaffna. He can be a good captaincy option for small leagues.
Mohammad Hafeez: The experienced Pakistani all-rounder has scored plenty of runs in the T20 World Cup, and is a considerable option for captaincy in the mega leagues. He did not get a lot of runs in the T10 League, but will relish playing back in the subcontinent.
Bhanuka Rajapaksa: One of Sri Lanka’s most in-form cricketers in the short format, Rajapaksa scored 155 runs in the T20 World Cup and had a good campaign in the T10 League in Abu Dhabi. He is a good contender for vice-captaincy.
GG vs JK Dream11 Budget Picks
Isuru Udana: With his change-ups and death bowling prowess, Udana developed himself into a very useful prospect in the shortest format. He is an absolute bargain at 8.5 credits.
Shoaib Malik: He did not get to bat a lot in the T20 World Cup, but when he did, he got a half-century in double-quick time. He still has it in him to provide some stellar knocks, and can be a worthy pick at 8.5 credits.
Suranga Lakmal: Another experienced Sri Lankan cricketer, Suranga Lakmal boasts of nearly 300 international wickets and 62 in T20 cricket. He can be a good addition at 8.5 credits.
Mega League Team for GG vs JK Dream11 Contest
Small/Head to Head Team for GG vs JK Dream11 Contest
