Match Preview :
Essex enters this encounter on the back of three consecutive defeats. They got off to a good start in the competition with a win against Somerset, but they have lost three straight games since then. They are presently ranked ninth in the south group’s point standings.
Gloucestershire is in a far stronger position on the points table, having won two of their four matches. They are coming off a two-run victory over Middlesex, which was achieved using the DLS technique. They’re presently in fourth place.
Match Details:
Essex vs Gloucestershire, South Group
Venue: County Ground, Chelmsford
Date & Time: June 18th at 11:30 PM IST and 7:00 PM local time
Live Streaming: Youtube
Pitch Report:
The wicket in Chelmsford has been known for producing matches that have had a good balance between bat and the ball. Despite this wicket being good for the batters, we can expect the bowlers to get some nip and carry from it.
Probable Playing XIs for ESS vs GLO
Essex
William Buttleman (wk), Tom Westley, Michael-Kyle Pepper, Paul Walter, James Neesham, Ryan ten Doeschate, Simon Harmer (c), Jack Plom, Aron Nijjar, Samuel Cook, James Porter
Gloucestershire
Chris Dent, Miles Hammond, Ian Cockbain, Glenn Phillips (wk), Jack Taylor (c), Ryan Higgins, Benny Howell, Tom Smith, Josh Shaw, David Payne, Daniel Worrall
Top Picks for ESS vs GLO Dream11 Match:
Top Picks – Essex
James Neesham has been playing well, trying to contribute with the bat and the ball. He has managed to score 121 runs with the bat so far and has also picked up one wicket.
Simon Harmer has been leading this team from the front and has been performing well. He has picked up four wickets at an average of 28. He has also managed to score 51 runs.
Top Picks – Gloucestershire
Glenn Phillips has batted wonderfully in this tournament so far. The overseas wicketkeeper-batsman has been quite impressive. He has made 131 runs in his four innings.
Benny Howell has been playing the role of an all-rounder perfectly in this tournament for Gloucestershire. He has picked up three wickets so far and also scored 98 runs with the bat.
Dream Team Prediction :
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