GT20 2023, VK vs SJ: Match Preview, Pitch Report, Predicted XIs, Fantasy Tips, & Prediction

Vancouver Knights beat Brampton Wolves in their last match | Source: Twitter 

The Vancouver Knights will square off against the Surrey Jaguars in the 15th match of the Global T20 Canada (GT20 2023) on Sunday, July 30 at the CAA Centre in Brampton, Ontario.  

Team Previews

Vancouver Knights

The Vancouver Knights' season has been full of ups and downs, securing victories in two out of four matches played. As it stands, they currently occupy the second-to-last position on the points table. 

Coming off a successful match against Brampton Wolves, they must be looking to maintain their winning form and make significant progress up the table in the ongoing tournament.

Surrey Jaguars

Surrey Jaguars, on the other hand, have had a more stable season, playing four matches, winning two games, losing one; while one of their matches was abandoned due to weather conditions. They currently hold the third spot in the points table.

After a dominant 55-run victory over Mississauga Panthers, Surrey Jaguars must be determined to maintain their winning momentum in the upcoming matches.

Match Details

Pitch Report

The pitch at this venue has been a boon for bowlers and a real challenge for batters in every game of the tournament. Spinners and pacers have found great success on this pitch, and a first innings total of 150 to 160 runs is likely to set up an exciting match. 

Predicted Playing XIs

Vancouver Knights: Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Fakhar Zaman, Rayyan Pathan, Rassie van der Dussen (c), Harsh Thaker, Najibullah Zadran, Corbin Bosch, Muhammad Kamal, Ruben Trumpelmann, Junaid Siddique, Karthik Meiyappan.

Surrey Jaguars: Jatinder Singh, Alex Hales, Litton Das (wk), Iftikhar Ahmed (c), Matthew Forde, Ayaan Khan, Dillon Heyliger, Pargat Singh, Ammar Khalid, Sandeep Lamichhane, Spencer Johnson.

Cricket Exchange Fantasy Tips

Wicket-Keeper: Litton Das, Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Iftikhar Ahmed, Rassie van der Dussen, Fakhar Zaman 
All-Rounders: Matthew Forde, Harsh Thaker, Corbin Bosch 
Bowlers: Sandeep Lamichhane, Spencer Johnson, Ruben Trumpelmann

Captain: Iftikhar Ahmed 
Vice-Captain: Fakhar Zaman 

Prediction

Surrey Jaguars are the favourites to win this game. 

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