Emirates D20 Tournament 2023 continues to deliver thrilling T20 action, and the upcoming clash between Fujairah (FUJ) and Ajman (AJM) promises to be another exciting spectacle. Set to take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on October 20, 2023, at 11:00 PM IST, this 14th match of the tournament provides the perfect opportunity to craft your winning Dream11 team. In this article, we’ll guide you through the key insights and player recommendations to help you assemble a formidable fantasy cricket squad.
Match Information:
- Match: Fujairah vs Ajman, Match 14
- Date: October 20, 2023
- Time: 11:00 PM IST
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Match Preview: Both Fujairah and Ajman have been actively participating in the Emirates D20 Tournament, each having played four matches so far. Fujairah currently holds the fifth position on the points table, while Ajman stands strong in the third position. This encounter promises to be an exciting showdown between two competitive teams.
Emirates D20 Tournament 2023 Points Table:
| Team | P | W | L | Pts. | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DUB | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6 | +1.713 |
| SHA | 4 | 3 | 1 | 6 | -0.604 |
| AJM | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | +1.106 |
| EMB | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -1.538 |
| FUJ | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | -0.273 |
| ABD | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | -0.364 |
In their previous showdown in Match 27 of the Emirates D20 Tournament 2nd edition in 2022, Rohan Mustafa led the way for Fujairah, accumulating the highest fantasy points with 99 match fantasy points, while Ankur Sangwan topped the fantasy points leaderboard for Ajman, amassing 93 match fantasy points.
Fujairah’s most recent match against Emirates Blues resulted in a 34-run defeat, with Umer Dogar emerging as the top fantasy player for Fujairah, scoring an impressive 114 fantasy points. Ajman faced a 4-wicket loss to Dubai in their last match, with Aryan Lakra being the top fantasy player for Ajman, contributing 68 fantasy points.
FUJ vs AJM Squad Information
Fujairah (FUJ) Squad: Vikum Sanjaya, Ashwanth Valthapa, Aaryan Madani, Ahaan Fernandes, Nikhil Srinivasan, Raunak Vaswani, Ammar Badami, Sailles Jaishankar, Hameedullah Khan, Umer Dogar, Muhammad Irfan, Muhammad Shahdad, Sana Ulhaq Bhatti, Neel Hegde and Muhammad Asif
Ajman (AJM) Squad: Moazzam Hayat, Abdul Shakoor, Saif Ghauri, Usman Khan, Aryan Lakra, Sheraz Ahmad, Adnan ul Mulk, Rahul Chopra, Sagar Kalyan, Syed Essam, Ankur Sangwan, Harshit Kaushik, Mohammed Ajmal, Uzair Anees, Jeevan Gangadharan, Muhammad Usman and Zohaib Gujjar
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions: The Dubai International Cricket Stadium’s pitch offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Over the last 20 matches at this venue, the average 1st innings score was 139 runs. The pitch is known to assist both batters and bowlers, making it a fair battleground. The team that wins the toss will likely make a decision between batting and bowling based on the day’s ground conditions.
Regarding the weather, the temperature is expected to be around 28.18°C with humidity around 66%. Winds at a speed of 1.73 m/s are anticipated.
Pace or Spin? Historically, pacers have thrived at this venue, accounting for 67% of the total wickets. Therefore, selecting pace bowlers for your fantasy team appears to be a wise choice, considering the available statistics.
Head-to-Head Stats: In the six matches played between Fujairah and Ajman, Fujairah’s all-rounders have been the leading fantasy point earners for their team, while bowlers have been the standout performers for Ajman.
Dream11 Player Picks:
Top Batter and Wicket-Keeper Picks:
- Usman Khan: Usman Khan, a top-order right-handed batter, has an average of 51 match fantasy points in his last 10 games. He has been consistent, with scores of 58, 10, 16, 0, and 2 runs in his last four matches, averaging 17.2 per match.
- Hameedullah Aziz Ullah Khan: Hameedullah Khan, a right-handed batter, brings a differential dimension to your Fantasy Team. He holds an average of 49 match fantasy points in his last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 8.4. In his recent five matches, he scored 22, 4, 104, 12, and 48 runs, averaging 38 per match.
- Sana Ulhaq Bhatti: Sana Ulhaq Bhatti, a top-order right-handed batter who also keeps wickets, is another promising pick. He maintains an average of 35 match fantasy points in his last nine games and boasts a fantasy rating of 8.2. In his last five matches, Sana Ulhaq Bhatti has scored 116 runs, averaging 23.2 per match.
Top Bowler Picks:
- Ankur Sangwan: Ankur Sangwan is a slow left-arm orthodox bowler and has demonstrated consistency with an average of 38 match fantasy points in his last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 8.9. In his last four matches, he claimed four wickets at an average of 0.8.
- Muhammad Asif: Muhammad Asif, a slow left-arm orthodox bowler, is a differential choice for your Fantasy Team. With an average of 36 match fantasy points in his last nine games and a fantasy rating of 7.7, he is an intriguing option. In his recent three matches, he secured one, zero, one, zero, and two wickets, averaging 0.8.
- Neel Hegde: Neel Hegde is a right-arm medium-fast bowler and presents an enticing pick for your Dream11 Team. With an average of 63 match fantasy points in his last five games and a fantasy rating of 7.3, he has been in good form. In his recent three matches, Neel Hegde bagged six wickets at an average of 1.2. Notably, he has excelled at this venue, taking six wickets in his recent three appearances here.
Top All-Rounder Picks:
- Muhammad Irfan Khan: Muhammad Irfan is a left-handed batter and boasts an average of 58 match fantasy points in his last 10 games, along with a high fantasy rating of 9.9. He has been consistently contributing, with 60 runs in his last three matches at an average of 12 per game.
- Aryan Lakra: Aryan Lakra, a left-handed batter, has maintained a high average of 75 match fantasy points in his last 10 games, with an impressive fantasy rating of 9.8. He has been remarkably consistent, scoring 8, 0, 76, 0, and 8 runs in his recent three matches, averaging 16.8 per match.
- Mohammed Ajmal: Mohammed Ajmal is a right-arm medium-fast bowler and has an average of 49 match fantasy points in his last 10 games, with a fantasy rating of 8.6. He is a valuable asset to your Fantasy Team, having claimed three wickets in his recent three matches at an average of 0.6.
Top Players of the Last Match:
For Fujairah, Raunak Vaswani led the way with 69 match fantasy points, while Nikhil Srinivasan and Sailles Jaishankar both accumulated 52 match fantasy points. On the other hand, Aryan Lakra was the top performer for Ajman, amassing 68 match fantasy points, with Syed Essam and Abdul Shakoor securing 65 and 54 match fantasy points, respectively.
Captain and Vice-Captain Picks:
- Mohammed Ajmal: Mohammed Ajmal, an all-rounder with an average of 49 match fantasy points in his last 10 games, and a fantasy rating of 8.6, is an excellent choice for your Fantasy Team. He is a right-arm medium-fast bowler who has been effective with three wickets in his recent three matches, averaging 0.6.
- Aryan Lakra: Aryan Lakra, a left-handed batter with an average of 75 match fantasy points in his last 10 games, and a fantasy rating of 9.8, has demonstrated remarkable consistency. With recent scores of 8, 0, 76, 0, and 8 runs, he averages 16.8 per match.
- Usman Khan: Usman Khan, a top-order right-handed batter, has an average of 51 match fantasy points in his last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 9.7. He has been consistent, with scores of 58, 10, 16, 0, and 2 runs in his last four matches, averaging 17.2 per match.
- Ankur Sangwan: Ankur Sangwan, a slow left-arm orthodox bowler, with an average of 38 match fantasy points in his last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 8.9, has been consistent. In his last four matches, he claimed four wickets at an average of 0.8.
- Muhammad Irfan Khan: Muhammad Irfan, a left-handed batter with an average of 58 match fantasy points in his last 10 games and a fantasy rating of 9.9, is a dependable choice. He has been consistently contributing, with 60 runs in his last three matches, averaging 12 per game.
Dream11 Team Today:
- Wicket-Keepers: Sana Ulhaq Bhatti and Abdul Shakoor
- Batters: Usman Khan and Sagar Kalyan
- All-Rounders: Muhammad Irfan, Aryan Lakra, Mohammed Ajmal, and Raunak Vaswani
- Bowlers: Ankur Sangwan, Muhammad Asif, and Sailles Jaishankar
- Captain: Mohammed Ajmal
- Vice-Captain: Raunak Vaswani
The Fujairah vs. Ajman clash is set to deliver thrilling cricketing action, making it a perfect opportunity for fantasy cricket enthusiasts to test their skills. Select your Dream11 team wisely and good luck!
