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The second semi-final of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024 will witness Delhi (DEL) taking on Madhya Pradesh (MP) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, on December 13 at 4:30 PM IST.
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Delhi (DEL)
Delhi has been in phenomenal form, topping Group C with seven wins from eight matches in the league stage. They carried their dominance into the quarter-finals, defeating Uttar Pradesh by 19 runs. With a strong batting lineup and a disciplined bowling attack, Delhi will look to continue their momentum in the semi-final.
- Quarter-final Performance:
- Batting: Scored 193/3 in 20 overs.
- Bowling: Restricted Uttar Pradesh to 174, securing a comfortable win.
Madhya Pradesh (MP)
Madhya Pradesh has also been impressive, finishing second in Group A with six wins from seven matches. In their quarter-final clash, they chased down Saurashtra’s target of 173 with ease, losing only four wickets. Their balanced squad and consistent performances make them a formidable opponent.
- Quarter-final Performance:
- Bowling: Conceded 173/3.
- Batting: Achieved the target with ease in the final over, showcasing their composure under pressure.
Head-to-Head Record (T20s)
| Category | Delhi | Madhya Pradesh |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 2 | 2 |
| Matches Won | 2 | 0 |
| Matches Lost | 0 | 2 |
Weather and Pitch Report
- Weather: Mostly cloudy with a 25% chance of rain. The temperature is expected to hover around 20°C.
- Pitch: The surface at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for its batting-friendly conditions. However, cloudy weather may assist seamers early on. Historically, chasing teams have an advantage here, but both quarter-finals were won by teams batting first.
Fantasy Cricket Tips
Top Fantasy Picks
- Delhi:
- Priyansh Arya: Consistent batter with 296 runs in 8 matches.
- Ayush Badoni: All-rounder with 161 runs and 5 wickets in 7 matches.
- Prince Yadav: Reliable bowler with 11 wickets in 7 matches.
- Madhya Pradesh:
- Rajat Patidar: In-form batter with 281 runs in 7 matches.
- Kumar Kartikeya: Key bowler with 15 wickets in 8 matches.
- Venkatesh Iyer: Versatile all-rounder who can influence the game with both bat and ball.
Captain and Vice-Captain Suggestions
- Small Leagues:
- Captain: Priyansh Arya
- Vice-captain: Rajat Patidar
- Head-to-Head Contests:
- Captain: Venkatesh Iyer
- Vice-captain: Ayush Badoni
- Grand Leagues:
- Captain: Anuj Rawat
- Vice-captain: Subhransu Senapati
Fantasy Teams
Team for Small Leagues/Head-to-Head
Wicketkeeper: Anuj Rawat
Batters: Rajat Patidar, Priyansh Arya
All-rounders: Venkatesh Iyer, Ayush Badoni, T Singh
Bowlers: Ishant Sharma, Avesh Khan, S Singh, Kumar Kartikeya, A Singh
Captain: Venkatesh Iyer
Vice-captain: Ayush Badoni
Team for Grand Leagues/Winner Takes All
Wicketkeeper: Anuj Rawat
Batters: Rajat Patidar, H Singh, Subhransu Senapati, Priyansh Arya
All-rounders: Venkatesh Iyer, Ayush Badoni, T Singh
Bowlers: Avesh Khan, Kumar Kartikeya, Prince Yadav
Captain: Anuj Rawat
Vice-captain: Subhransu Senapati
Expert Advice
A 1-2-3-5 or 1-4-3-3 combination is ideal for the match. Pay attention to weather updates closer to game time and choose bowlers who can exploit early movement if conditions favor swing and seam.
Stay tuned for more updates and enjoy the clash between these two competitive sides!
