BAN vs ZIM Dream11 Prediction [Source: @nepalipaisa, @World_OfCricket/x.com]
The Test whites are back on and it is Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe in a two-match Test series, kicking off on Sunday, April 20 at the Sylhet International Cricket Stadium. The match begins at 9:30 AM IST and promises some intriguing match-ups.
Najmul Hossain Shanto leads Bangladesh, while Craig Ervine returns to captain Zimbabwe. Bangladesh are without Litton Das and Taskin Ahmed but the exciting Tanzim Hasan Sakib gets his maiden Test cap. Zimbabwe welcome back the experienced Sean Williams while Vincent Masekesa, the uncapped leggie, could bring a surprise element.
If you’re building your BAN vs ZIM Dream11 fantasy team, nailing your captain and vice-captain picks could be the difference between winning big and just playing along. So here are the top 3 captain/voce-captain picks for BAN vs ZIM 1st Test.
3. Taijul Islam
Why Taijul Islam Will Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain For BAN vs ZIM 1st Test?
You can’t talk about Tests in Bangladesh without mentioning Taijul Islam. The left-arm spinner has a stunning record against Zimbabwe. In just 6 Tests, he has picked up 41 wickets at an average of 22.12 with a best of 8/39.
That includes four five-fors and a 10-wicket match haul which makes him the highest wicket-taker in Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe Tests. In conditions that will favour spin from Day 2 onwards, Taijul is a captaincy or vice-captaincy option you simply can't overlook.
2. Blessing Muzarabani
Why Will Blessing Muzarabani Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain For BAN vs ZIM 1st Test?
If there is one Zimbabwe bowler who could cause problems for Bangladesh early on, it's Blessing Muzarabani. He has the ability to hit the deck hard and trouble the batters with bounce and swing. The tall quick has been quietly building a solid Test resume with 41 wickets in just 10 Tests at an average of 22.17.
His best of 7/58 shows he can be a game-changer on his day. With the new ball likely to do a bit early in Sylhet, Muzarabani could break through the top order and give you early fantasy points. This makes him an ideal captain or vice-captain choice for your fantasy teams.
1. Mehidy Hasan Miraz
Why Will Mehidy Hasan Miraz Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain For BAN vs ZIM 1st Test?
When it comes to Test matches in Bangladesh, Mehidy Hasan Miraz is pure fantasy gold as he can rake in fantasy points in all three facets of the game. Against Zimbabwe, he has 20 wickets in 3 Tests at a brilliant average of 17.00, including two five-wicket hauls.
And he is no slouch with the bat either. He has scored 123 runs in 3 matches at an average of 41.00, including a top score of 68. On a pitch expected to take turn and assist slower bowlers, Miraz offers double value: wickets and runs which makes him the perfect captain or vice-captain pick.