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Gujarat Samp Army made a strong start to their campaign and will now face Dubai Giants in their second match of the Legend 90 League 2025. The Giants have struggled in the tournament, failing to chase down targets despite good starts from their top order.
Samp Army will be full of confidence, especially after a dominant performance with the ball. Their strategy will be to put pressure on the opposition early, targeting key wickets such as Richard Levi, Brendan Taylor, and Kevin O’Brien.
For Dubai Giants, their primary concerns lie in both batting collapses and an expensive bowling attack. If they don’t find a way to fix these issues, it could be another tough outing for them.
MATCH DETAILS
| Fixture | Gujarat Samp Army vs Dubai Giants |
|---|---|
| Date | February 6, 2025 |
| Time | 7:00 PM Local Time |
| Venue | Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium, Raipur |
| Live Streaming | Available on official platforms |
TEAMS PREVIEW
Gujarat Samp Army
Gujarat Samp Army boast an impressive squad filled with experienced cricketers. Though not all their big names featured in the first match, those who did made a significant impact and will be crucial in this contest as well.
Chandrapaul Hemraj was the standout performer in their previous game, smashing 74 off 32 balls at the top of the order. His partnership with Shreevats Goswami, who played a solid supporting role, helped set the foundation for a comfortable chase.
However, there was a minor setback as Thisara Perera was dismissed for a golden duck. The skipper will be looking to make amends and lead from the front in this match. Cameron Delport and Irfan Pathan, if included in the XI, could further bolster the batting lineup.
The bowling unit delivered a stellar performance, led by Miguel Cummins and Chaturanga de Silva, who were both economical and picked up crucial wickets. They have a variety of options available, including Kesrick Williams, Saurin Thakkar, and Subodh Bhatti, who add depth to their attack.
Coming off a strong win, Gujarat Samp Army will be looking for back-to-back victories to solidify their position in the tournament.
Gujarat Samp Army Predicted XI:
Shreevats Goswami (wk), Chandrapaul Hemraj, Amitoze Singh, Prashant Gupta, Thisara Perera (c), Chirag Gandhi, Mausif Khan, Chaturanga de Silva, Saurin Thakkar, Miguel Cummins, Subodh Bhatti
Dubai Giants
Dubai Giants are struggling to find their rhythm, losing both matches so far due to batting collapses and an expensive bowling attack. They have shown glimpses of promise but have failed to capitalize on their starts.
Their latest defeat came against Chhattisgarh Warriors, where despite a strong start, they fell apart in the middle overs. Brendan Taylor and Kevin O’Brien showed some resilience, but the lack of depth in their batting lineup has been a major concern.
Richard Levi, Kevin O’Brien, and Brendan Taylor form a strong top order, but their inability to carry on deep into the innings has put pressure on the middle order. Kithuruwan Vithanage is another crucial batter who needs to step up and anchor the innings when required.
The bowling attack has also been underwhelming, with bowlers leaking too many runs. Iqbal Abdulla, Vikas Tokas, and Luke Fletcher will need to improve their economy rates while also striking at key moments to put the opposition under pressure.
With two losses already, this match is crucial for the Giants if they want to keep their tournament hopes alive. They must find a way to deliver under pressure.
Dubai Giants Predicted XI:
Richard Levi (c), Kevin O’Brien, Kithuruwan Vithanage, Brendan Taylor (wk), Luke Fletcher, Vikas Tokas, Iqbal Abdulla, Siddharth Trivedi, Ravi Balara, Deepansh Kumar, Udit Mohan
FANTASY XI
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Chandrapaul Hemraj | Batter |
| Richard Levi | Batter |
| Brendan Taylor | Batter |
| Kevin O’Brien | Batter |
| Kithuruwan Vithanage | Batter |
| Thisara Perera | All-rounder |
| Chaturanga de Silva | All-rounder |
| Miguel Cummins | Bowler |
| Iqbal Abdulla | Bowler |
| Vikas Tokas | Bowler |
| Saurin Thakkar | Bowler |
PITCH REPORT
The pitch at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Stadium in Raipur has been a fair contest between bat and ball.
- Batting Conditions: The surface offers a good balance but tends to slow down in the second innings, making chasing tricky.
- Bowling Assistance: Fast bowlers can expect some movement early on, while spinners will get assistance as the game progresses.
- Par Score: The average first-innings total in the last five games has been 160 runs, but anything above 180 will be a competitive total.
TOSS PREDICTION
Teams batting first have won three out of the last five matches at this venue. Given Dubai Giants’ struggles while chasing, they might opt to bat first if they win the toss. Gujarat Samp Army, on the other hand, have a balanced side and can adapt to any situation.
MATCH PREDICTION
Gujarat Samp Army are in great form and have momentum on their side. Their batting lineup looks stronger, and their bowlers have been in good rhythm. On the other hand, Dubai Giants need to address their weaknesses quickly to avoid another defeat.
Considering the current form and overall team balance, Gujarat Samp Army have the upper hand in this contest.
Prediction: Gujarat Samp Army to win
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