BAN-A VS IRE-A
Ireland Wolves will be touring Bangladesh A for the first time to play a 5 Match ODD Series.
Bangladesh A seem to be a stronger side since they have the home advantage but Ireland Wolves are also a great side with a lot of potential in them.
MATCH DETAILS
This is the 1st Match of the 5 Match ODD series between Bangladesh A and Ireland Wolves to be played at Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram on 5th March, 8:30 am IST.
MATCH PREVIEW
The First Match of the 5 Match ODD series between Bangladesh A and Ireland Wolves will be an exciting one as both the teams are in full preparation and are working hard to win the series. Bangladesh A have the momentum towards them as they defeated Ireland Wolves by innings and 23 runs in the last unofficial test they played.
BAN-A VS IRE-A WEATHER REPORT
The weather at Chattogram is expected to be humid without any chances of rain. The temperature will be around 28-30 degree celsius.
BAN-A VS IRE-A PITCH REPORT
The Pitch of Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium is more favorable for the spinners as seen in the unofficial test match earlier, where majority of the wickets were taken by spinners. Team winning the toss would prefer to bowl first as chasing has been a lot easier in this ground.
BEST COMBINATION
2-3-3-3
AVERAGE FIRST INNINGS TOTAL
250
BAN-A VS IRE-A PROBABLE PLAYING XI
Bangladesh A
Saif Hassan, Mohammad Parvez Hossain, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Akbar Ali (wk), Towhid Hridoy, Yasir Ali Chowdhury, Tanvir Islam, Rakibul Hasan, Ebadot Hossain, Shafiqul Islam
Bench
S Hossain Dipu, Tanzid Hasan, Anisul Islam Emon, Shamim Patwari, Sumon Khan, Rejaur Rehman Raja, Aminul Islam
Ireland A
James McCollum, Jeremy Lawlor, Harry Tector (c), Shane Getkate, Gareth Delany, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Curtis Campher, Mark Adair, Jonathan Garth, Peter Chase, Joshua Little
Bench
Neil Rock, Stephen Doheny, Graham Hume, Ruhan Pretorius, Ben White, Shane Getkate
INJURY AND AVAILABILITY NEWS
Not Available
PLAYER TO WATCH OUT
Mark Adair
Mark Adair is the player to watch out for and should be a must pick in the team. He has been excellent with the ball in hand for the senior Ireland team and can also contribute with the bat as well.
BAN-A VS IRE-A TOP PICKS
Curtis Campher
Curtis Campher is a young explosive all rounder who can score runs at the death and also provide breakthroughs whenever needed. He is a responsible and adaptive batsman who can play crucial knocks for his team.
Yasir Ali Chowdhary
Yasir Ali Chowdhary is a dependable middle order batsman. He can play vital knocks for in difficult situations and can handle pressure well. In the last unofficial test he played an important knock of 92 runs.
Harry Tector
The Irish Captain Harry Tector is an experienced all rounder. He can play spin well which will be very crucial in sub continental conditions and is also handy with the ball.
Saif Hassan
Saif Hassan is an explosive top order batsman who can provide excellent starts to his team and lay the foundation for the other batters. He can also bowl a few overs whenever needed. He can control the pace of the game with his off breaks.
Tanvir Islam
Tanvir Islam will be one of the most crucial player in the series. He can roll over the entire batting line up with his orthodox spin bowling. The Left arm bowler will be important for the Bangladesh side as the conditions suit him.
CAPTAIN AND VICE CAPTAIN SELECTION
Captain Choices: Mark Adair/ Tanvir Islam
Vice Captain Choices: Harry Tector/ Saif Hassan
DREAM TEAM
Small League Team
Grand League Team
EXPECTED WINNER IN TODAY’S MATCH
Bangladesh A are more likely to win the match as the conditions suit them and also they have match winners in their side with a lot of momentum towards them.
Note: The Dream 11 teams, predictions, match results, expected lineups, Captain and vice captain choices are based on my individual research.