MLC 2024 TEX vs WAS: Match 17 Dream11 Predictions, Fantasy Tips, Teams, Pitch Report, Top Picks

TEX vs WAS, MLC 2024: Dream11 Predictions for Match 17 [X]

Texas Super Kings (TEX) will face the Washington Freedom (WAS) in the 17th match of the MLC 2024. This match will be played at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, United States, on Saturday, July 20th at 6:00 AM IST.

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the Dream11 predictions, the pitch report, fantasy tips, the top player picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

TEX vs WAS Head-to-Head Stats

The Texas Super Kings and the Washington Freedom have played two matches in the history of MLC. The Washington Freedom won one game in MLC 2023 and one game was abandoned due to rain.

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TEX vs WAS Pitch Report

The Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas will likely remain balanced throughout this match. The pitch at will be good for batting, however in the previous games we have seen the spinners getting a bit of assistance from the wicket.

Grand Prairie Stadium Ground Stats (MLC 2024)

Matches: 7
Matches won batting first: 4
Matches won batting second: 3

Average first innings total: 161
Average second innings total: 144
Highest recorded total: 182/5 by Washington Freedoms vs MI New York
Lowest recorded total: 88/10 by MI New York vs Washington Freedom

Fantasy value from the pitch report

• As far as the bowlers are concerned, go for the fast bowlers from both sides.
• All-rounders with good spin bowling will be rewarding.
• Top-order batters and big-hitters will be good picks for the fantasy contests.

TEX vs WAS Fantasy Cricket Tips

Texas Super Kings Heavy Fantasy XI

• Faf du Plessis and Devon Conway could be two important choices from the Super Kings' batting.
• Marcus Stoinis will be a must pick from the Texas bowling. Zia-ul-Haq and Mohammad Mohsin are also important picks from bowling line-up.

Washington Freedom Heavy Fantasy XI

• Travis Head and Steve Smith are the in-form batters for the Washington Freedom, and these two would be the safer picks from their batting.
• Saurabh Netravalkar and Lockie Ferguson have been the key bowlers and prime wicket-takers for the Washington Freedom in the tournament. These two bowlers will be the must-picks from Freedom's bowling department.

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TEX vs WAS Winner Prediction

Washington Freedom is the only undefeated side in the tournament so far, and as per their overall performance this season, they might edge past the Super Kings in this upcoming contest.

TEX vs WAS Top Player Picks

Faf du Plessis (TEX)

• MLC 2024 Stats: 209 Runs in 4 Matches
• Faf du Plessis has been in impressive form, scoring 209 runs with one century and one fifty so far. Showcasing his ability to score consistently at the top of the order, he will be one of the safest choices for the fantasy contests.

Marcus Stoinis (TEX)

• MLC 2024 Stats: 6 Wickets in 55 Runs in 3 Matches
• The Aussie all-rounder was in a great form during the T20 World Cup 2024. Marcus Stoinis is contributing for his team with both the bat and the ball. Stoinis will be a a prime choice as he can give you high points in both innings of the game.

Saurabh Netravalkar (WAS)

• MLC 2024 Stats: 12 Wickets in 4 Matches
• The Indian origin left-arm pacer has been the highest wicket-taker of this season so far. Saurabh Netravalkar has picked up seven wickets in last two matches and has the form with him. He will be one of the hot picks for the game.

Travis Head (WAS)

• MLC 2024 Stats: 141 Runs in 5 Matches
• The Australian opener looked in a good touch in the last two matches and scored back-to-back two fifties. Being the top run-scorer of their side, Travis Head is a must pick for this game.

TEX vs WAS Differential Picks

Zia-ul-Haq (TEX)

• MLC 2024 Stats: 6 Wickets in 4 Matches
• The left-arm medium pacer has been consistent with his wicket-taking abilities. However, there is a concern regarding his economy rate and he is in this category. 

Steve Smith (WAS)

• MLC 2024 Stats: 134 Runs in 5 Matches
• The Aussie captain has looked in a good touch in almost all matches so far. However, Steve Smith has not yet been able to convert his starts into big runs but with the kind of touch he is in, he could be a game-changing choice for the fantasy contests of the match.

TEX vs WAS Fantasy Expert Advice

Considering the conditions and probable-XIs, a combination of 2-3-3-3 would be ideal for this fixture.

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TEX vs WAS Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Devon Conway, Andries Gous
Batters: Faf du Plessis, Travis Head, Rachin Ravindra
All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Aaron Hardie
Bowlers: Lockie Ferguson, Saurabh Netravalkar, Mohammad Mohsin

Captain: Faf du Plessis
Vice-captain: Marcus Stoinis

Texas Super Kings: 5 Players; Washington Freedom: 6 Players

TEX vs WAS Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/ Grand Leagues

Wicketkeepers: Devon Conway, Andries Gous
Batters: Faf du Plessis, Travis Head, Steve Smith
All-rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen
Bowlers: Lockie Ferguson, Saurabh Netravalkar, Zia-ul-Haq

Captain: Faf du Plessis
Vice-captain: Travis Head

Texas Super Kings: 4 Players; Washington Freedom: 7 Players