The stage is set for the 2nd T20I clash between India and Afghanistan in the thrilling 3-match series, scheduled to take place at the iconic Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore on 14th January at 07:00 PM IST.
Match Information:
- Match: India vs Afghanistan, 2nd T20I
- Date: 14th January 2024
- Time: 07:00 PM IST
- Venue: Holkar Cricket Stadium, Indore
Series Update: India has asserted its dominance in the series, having won the first match against Afghanistan. Shivam Dube’s spectacular performance earned him the ‘Man of the Match’ title, and he also topped the fantasy points chart with an impressive 114 match fantasy points.
Head-to-Head: In the six encounters between these two teams, India has emerged victorious in all matches. Afghanistan faces an uphill battle against the formidable Indian side, and our analysis predicts that India will continue its winning streak.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions: The Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore offers a balanced pitch with an average 1st innings score of 147 runs in the last 20 matches. The conditions are favorable for chasing, with the majority of victories going to the team batting second. The weather forecast indicates a temperature of around 18°C with 29% humidity and moderate winds at 2.59 m/s.
Pace or Spin? Pacers have proven to be highly successful at this venue, accounting for 75% of the total wickets. Considering this, it is advisable to include pace bowlers in your Dream11 team.
Key Players – Fantasy Picks:
- Shubman Gill: A top-order right-handed batter with an average of 45 match fantasy points in the last 10 games. Gill is a differential player, scoring consistently well.
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz: The Afghan wicket-keeper has an average of 62 match fantasy points in the last 10 games, displaying high-risk, high-returns potential.
- Tilak Varma: A left-handed top-order batter with an average of 48 match fantasy points. Varma adds a differential edge to your Fantasy Team.
Top Bowlers:
- Ravi Bishnoi: A consistent performer with an average of 49 match fantasy points. Bishnoi, a leg-break googly bowler, is a safe pick.
- Qais Ahmad Kamawal: A reliable leg-break bowler with an average of 75 match fantasy points in the last 8 games.
- Kuldeep Yadav: A left-arm chinaman bowler with an average of 50 match fantasy points. Yadav can be a differential pick with occasional spikes in performance.
Top All-Rounders:
- Mohammad Nabi: A consistent all-rounder with an average of 54 match fantasy points. Nabi, a right-handed batter, adds stability to your Dream11 Team.
- Sharafuddin Ashraf: An all-rounder with an average of 56 match fantasy points. Ashraf, a top-order right-handed batter, provides a safe pick for your team.
- Axar Patel: A slow left-arm orthodox bowler with an average of 48 match fantasy points. Patel is a steady performer in the all-rounder category.
Captain and Vice-Captain Picks:
- Ravi Bishnoi: The leg-break googly bowler is a consistent performer and can fetch valuable wickets.
- Qais Ahmad Kamawal: With an impressive average of 75 match fantasy points, Ahmad is a reliable option.
- Shubman Gill: The top-order batter has been in good form and can contribute significantly with the bat.
- Mohammad Nabi: An experienced all-rounder, Nabi can be a game-changer for your Dream11 Team.
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz: The wicket-keeper has the potential for explosive performances, making him a high-risk, high-reward vice-captain.
Squads: India (IND): Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Sanju Samson, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Avesh Khan, Jitesh Sharma, Rinku Singh, Mukesh Kumar, Washington Sundar, Shivam Dube, Shubman Gill, Arshdeep Singh, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Tilak Varma, Ravi Bishnoi.
Afghanistan (AFG): Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Najibullah Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Fareed Ahmad, Hazratullah Zazai, Karim Janat, Naveen-ul-Haq, Ikram Alikhil, Azmatullah Omarzai, Ibrahim Zadran, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Qais Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Noor Ahmad, Mohammad Saleem.
Dream11 Team:
- Wicket-Keeper: Sanju Samson
- Batters: Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Tilak Varma, Hazratullah Zazai
- All-Rounders: Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib
- Bowlers: Ravi Bishnoi, Qais Ahmad, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Fazalhaq Farooqi
Captain: Sanju Samson Vice-Captain: Virat Kohli