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The Global Super League (GSL) has had an electrifying start with close finishes and thrilling performances. In Match 5, the Rangpur Riders will lock horns with Victoria in what promises to be another action-packed contest. Rangpur Riders will aim to bounce back after a heartbreaking Super Over loss, while Victoria, fresh off a confidence-boosting win, will look to continue their winning momentum.
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Rangpur Riders showcased a fighting spirit in their opener but failed to cross the finish line. Bowling Hampshire out for 132, they also managed the same score, leading to a nail-biting Super Over loss.
Key batters like Soumya Sarkar, Nurul Hasan, and Khushdil Shah made starts but couldn’t capitalize, which ultimately cost them the game. The Riders need their top and middle order to convert starts into match-defining scores.
In the bowling department, Zak Chappell was sensational, claiming five wickets and stifling the opposition with his disciplined bowling. Rishad Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, and Harmeet Singh also delivered economical spells, making the Riders’ bowling attack one of their biggest strengths.
Predicted Playing XI:
Soumya Sarkar, Steven Taylor, Wayne Madsen, Nurul Hasan (c & wk), Harmeet Singh, Khushdil Shah, Afif Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Mohammad Saifuddin, Zak Chappell, Rishad Hossain
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Victoria started their campaign with a stunning 4-wicket win over hosts Guyana Amazon Warriors. Despite being in trouble at 96-5 while chasing 167, a spirited performance from Scott Edwards and Karima Gore helped them seal the victory.
Captain Corey Anderson brings experience to the table, though his contributions with both bat and ball were limited in the first game. The top order featuring Joe Clarke and Jonathan Wells needs to step up to provide a stable platform.
Victoria’s bowling attack isn’t the strongest on paper, but players like Callum Stow and Dominic Drakes can exploit the conditions in Guyana to restrict opposition batters.
Predicted Playing XI:
Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Blake Macdonald, Jonathan Wells, Joe Clarke, Scott Edwards (wk), Corey Anderson (c), Karima Gore, Jackson Smith, Dominic Drakes, Callum Stow, Max Birthisel
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Report
The Providence Stadium offers a surface that slows down as the game progresses, favoring spinners. Fast bowlers who can extract early movement will have an advantage, while batters need to spend time in the middle before playing their shots.
- Average First Innings Score: 154
- Par Score: 150-160
Weather Conditions
The weather in Guyana is expected to be partly cloudy with some morning rain that could delay the start. However, it should clear up by match time, providing good conditions for cricket.
Toss Prediction
The pitch at Providence Stadium gets tougher to bat on as the game progresses. Both captains are likely to bat first and set a challenging target.
Winning Prediction
Rangpur Riders showed their bowling prowess in the opening match but lacked the finishing touch with the bat. Victoria, on the other hand, displayed their grit and resilience in their successful chase. With a slightly stronger batting lineup and recent form, Victoria enters this contest as slight favorites.
Prediction: Victoria to win
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