WPL 2024 GUJ-W vs MUM-W: Match 3 Fantasy Predictions, Tips, Teams, Pitch Report & Top Picks
GUJ-W vs MUM-W, WPL 2024: Fantasy Tips for the 3rd Match (Source: x.com)
The third match of the Women's Premier League (WPL 2024) will see the Gujarat Giants (GUJ-W) lock horns with the Mumbai Indians (MUM-W). The match will be played on the 25th of February at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium at 7:30 PM IST.
Before the match goes live, here is a look at the fantasy predictions, tips, pitch report, top picks and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.
GUJ-W vs MUM-W Head-to-head Stats
The two teams played two matches in the last edition of the tournament. Mumbai Indians have won both the games and have the upper hand in this face-off.
| Matches | Gujarat Giants Won | Mumbai Indians Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
GUJ-W vs MUM-W Pitch Report
The pitch at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium will be good for batting. But the bowlers who can hit the right areas and use their variations with guile will reap benefits from the wicket.
M Chinnaswamy Stadium (WPL 2024 Records)
Matches: 1
Matches won batting first: 0
Matches won batting second: 1
Average first innings score: 171
Average second innings score: 173
Fantasy Value from Pitch Report
- The Chinnaswamy stadium, in general, will favour the batters. Therefore, going for top-order batters as the captain or vice-captain will be good options for the match.
- When choosing bowlers, opting for the ones who bowl in the powerplay and death overs will be good options. Death over bowlers might be risky picks, but having them on the team might get you points because of the wickets they might get.
GUJ-W vs MUM-W Fantasy Cricket Tips
Scenario: Gujarat Giants Heavy Fantasy XI
- Beth Mooeny and Phoebe Litchfield will be important picks from the Giants team. These batters can help reach the team a good total and give you points in the fantasy contests.
- Ashleigh Gardner will be the most important choice from the team. She can contribute with the bat and ball and pick up points in both innings of the match.
Scenario: Mumbai Indians Heavy Fantasy XI
- Shabnim Ismail looked good in her debut for the Mumbai Indians. She will be an important pick as she can reward you with fantasy points by picking up early wickets.
- Nat Sciver-Brunt picked up a couple of wickets with the ball but looked off colours with the bat. But the English all-rounder can be a game-changer with either of her trades and that makes her an important pick.
GUJ-W vs MUM-W Winner Predictions
The Mumbai Indians looked a very balanced side in their opening game. They outplayed the Capitals in all the departments. Keeping in mind the strength of the Giants, it seems like the Mumbai Indians will manage to win their second game.
GUJ-W vs MUM-W Top Player Picks
Phoebe Litchfield wil be an important part of the Gujarat Giants batting line-up (Source: x.com)
Phoebe Litchfield (GUJ)
The young Australian batter has impressed the world with her talent over the last 12-18 months. Litchfield has the power game and will be a vital cog in the Giants' batting mechanism.
Ashleigh Gardner (GUJ)
The experienced Aussie all-rounder can impact a game with both the bat and the ball. Gardner can be a game-changer, especially with the ball, and thus will be a significant pick for the game.
Shabnim Ismail and Nat Sciver-Brunt will be important picks for the fantasy contests of the match (Source: x.com)
Nat Sciver-Brunt (MUM-W)
Natalie Sciver-Brunt looked efficient with the ball in the first match but has not picked up form with the bat. But if she gets going with the bat, Natalie can reward you with significant returns in both innings.
Shabnim Ismail (MUM-W)
In the first match, the South African pacer looked impressive with the new ball. Shabnim Ismail could pick up wickets in the powerplay and give you important points in the fantasy contests of the match.
GUJ-W vs MUM-W Differential Picks
Sneh Rana (GUJ-W)
Rana is one of the most experienced spinners in the league. She can control a game with her guile and perfection in the middle-overs.
Yastika Bhatia (MUM-W)
The Indian keeper-batter looked in brilliant touch with the bat in the first match. Bhatia's consistency is a concern; many might hesitate to pick her. But her form makes her an excellent choice for the game.
GUJ-W vs MUM-W Fantasy Expert Advice
The pitch at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium will favour the batters. Both teams have a pletora of all-rounders who can contribute in both the trades. Therefore, a 1-2-5-3 or a 2-1-4-4 combination will be ideal for the fantasy contests of the match.
GUJ-W vs MUM-W Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
Wicketkeeper: Beth Mooney
Batters: Harmanpreet Kaur, Phoebe Litchfield
All-rounders: Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Ameila Kerr, Ashleigh Gardner, Sneh Rana
Bowlers: Lea Tahuhu, Shabnim Islmail, Saika Ishaque
Captain: Nat Sciver-Brunt
Vice-captain: Phoebe Litchfield
Gujarat Giants: 5 Players; Mumbai Indians: 6 Players
BAN-W vs UP-W Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues
Wicketkeepers: Beth Mooney, Yastika Bhatia
Batters: Phoebe Litchfield
All-rounders: Hayley Matthews, Amelia Kerr, Ashleigh Gardner, Sneh Rana
Bowlers: Lea Tahuhu, Shabnim Ismail, Saika Ishaque, Mannat Kashyap
Captain: Beth Mooney
Vice-captain: Ameila Kerr
Gujarat Giants: 6 Players; Mumbai Indians: 5 Players
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