Cricket Fantasy Predictions Today | Abu Dhabi T10 2023, Match 5 | BT vs NYS - Cricket Exchange Fantasy Teams
Bangla Tigers vs New York Strikers (X.com)
Bangla Tigers (BT) will lock horns with the New York Strikers (NYS) in the fifth match of the Abu Dhabi T10 League 2023. The match will be played at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on 29th November 2023 at 10:00 PM IST. Here are are the must-pick players and suggested fantasy XIs for this match alongside top differential picks to help you win big in fantasy cricket.
This will be the first game for the Bangla Tigers of this season and they'll be eyeing a win to kickstart their campaign. They have many quality players in their ranks - Shakib Al Hasan, Saim Ayub, Daniel Sams, David Miller, Kusal Mendis & others who are capable of winning matches on their own.
New York Strikers, meanwhile, lost their first game of the season by 22 runs against the Deccan Gladiators. They'll be eager to bounce back strongly and register their first of the season in this match. The likes of Kieron Pollard, Sunil Narine, Akeal Hosein, Rahmanullah Gurbaz & Mohammed Amir are very experienced players in franchise cricket and they know how to win games.
BT vs NYS, Match 5: Pitch Report
The pitch was a little slow-ish in the first game but it is expected to be a good one for batting under the lights and the batters should enjoy their time on the crease. Scores in the range of 100-120 are expected. Teams are expected to win the toss and bowl first. There will be some help for the spinners and the pacers may get some assistance with the new ball.
BT vs NYS, Match 5: Top Player Picks
Shakib Al Hasan (BT)
- Shakib Al Hasan will bowl 2 overs and will bat in the middle order.
- He is a genuine wicket-taker and can fetch plenty of points with the ball. Shakib is capable with the bat as well.
- Shakib will be a top captain pick for this match.
Daniel Sams (BT)
- Daniel Sams is another player who will fetch points with both bat and ball. He is a wicket-taker and will bowl in the death overs.
- Sams can hit a long ball and will be an ideal C/VC choice, especially while bowling first.
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (NYS)
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz was dismissed cheaply in the first game but he's one of the best batters in the tournament and will be a must-pick for this game.
- He bats very aggressively and is an excellent player of spin bowling.
- Gurbaz will fetch points from wicket-keeping as well.
Kusal Mendis (BT)
- Kusal Mendis is coming on the back off a good World Cup 2023 with the bat.
- He is an explosive opening batter who likes to take the attack to the opposition.
- Mendis can change the course of the game in just an over or two and will be a top C/VC pick as well.
BT vs NYS, Match 5: Differential Picks
Kusal Perera (NYS)
- Kusal Perera opened the batting for the Strikers in the first game.
- He is a good player of spin bowling and can score on his day.
- He will be an ideal differential pick for this game.
Saim Ayub (BT)
- Saim Ayub will be the best differential pick for this match.
- He can help you win one-sided in fantasy cricket if he gets going in this game.
- Ayub will open, if he plays, and he is a very destructive opening batter who can decimate any bowling attack on his day.
Benny Howell (BT)
- Benny Howell is known for his variations and he's a wicket-taker in the white ball cricket.
- He can tonk the ball lower down the order and will fetch points from both batting as well as bowling.
- Howell is another top differential pick for this match.
BT vs NYS, Match 5: Top Captain and Vice-captain Choices
| Scenario | Captain | Vice-Captain |
|---|---|---|
| If Bangla Tigers Bat First | Shakib Al Hasan | Kusal Mendis |
| If New York Strikers Bat First | Saim Ayub | Daniel Sams |
BT vs NYS, Match 5: Cricket Fantasy Expert Advice
Players who will contribute with both bat and ball will be a must in your fantasy teams. Pick atters who will bat in the top 4 from both the teams as they will get to face most of the deliveries. Spinners will be the game changers and pick bowlers who will bowl in the death overs.
BT vs NYS, Match 5: Cricket Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
Wicket-keepers: Kusal Mendis, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Batters: Chris Lynn, Rassie van der Dussen, Saim Ayub, Waseem Muhammad
All-rounders: Shakib Al Hasan, Daniel Sams
Bowlers: Mohammad Amir, Ali Khan, Matheesha Pathirana
Captain: Shakib Al Hasan
Vice-Captain: Kusal Mendis
BT: 7 Players, NYS: 4 Players
BT vs NYS, Match 5: Cricket Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues
Wicket-keepers: Kusal Mendis
Batters: Chris Lynn, Asif Ali, Saim Ayub, Waseem Muhammad
All-rounders: Shakib Al Hasan, Daniel Sams, Sunil Narine
Bowlers: Mohammad Amir, Josh Little, Matheesha Pathirana
Captain: Saim Ayub
Vice-Captain: Daniel Sams
BT: 7 Players, NYS: 4 Players
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