TKR Vs SLZ Dream 11 Team Prediction: Trinbago Knight Riders look to propel themselves into an early lead as they eye three consecutive wins in the opening stages.
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After having lifted the title in the 2017 and 2018 editions of the Caribbean Premier League, Trinbago Knight Riders ventured into CPL 7 looking to make a foray into a land never traversed before. With a third consecutive title within their sights, the side stepped out in the ongoing instalment of six team league.
And the side couldn’t have asked for a more emphatic start to the season than the one they are on currently with the outfit registering wins in both of their opening clashes. What will especially buoy them is the complete nature of their outfit which has been showcased in both these rampant wins with the first coming courtesy of their bowlers while the batsmen expressed themselves unabatedly in the second.
Facing off against Jamaica Tallawahs in their second clash, the side went onto pile the highest score of the league till now, a stunning effort which saw them rake up 191 on the scoreboard. They ended up stalling their opponents for just 169 in return, sealing a 22 run win with a clinical pefromance in place which the side will be looking to resonate today as well.
Elsewhere, a change of name for the season underway failed to help in the upheaval of St Lucia Zouks fortunes with the side being defeated by 13 runs in their league opener. Chasing 156 on a tricky wicket, the side were able to fathom together only 142, a dismal batting performance which the side know they’ll have to address ahead of today’s match.
Pitch Conditions And Toss
After seeing surprisingly bowling friendly conditions in place for the league opener on this track, the ground team were quick to paper over the cracks and see this track revert into a pristine batting pitch. The ball will come onto the perfectly over here with the afternoon conditions seeing the batsmen free their arms with unabashed will.
The team winning the toss will be looking to step out and field first with there being a slight hint of rain as well today.
Probable Playing 11
Team News
Trinbago Knight Riders
Lendl Simmons, Tion Webster, Sunil Narine, Denesh Ramdin, Kieron Pollard (C), James Neesham, Seekkuge Prasanna, Javon Searles, Khary Pierre, Anderson Phillip, Muhammad Hasnain
St Lucia Zouks
Andre Fletcher, Rahkeem Cornwall, Andre McCarthy, Najibullah Zadran, Daren Sammy, Christopher Barnwell, Thisara Perera, Obed McCoy, Fawad Ahmed, Krishmar Santokie, Kesrick Williams
Probable Winner
Trinbago Knight Riders have been quick to stamp their credentials as one of the likeliest sides expected to lift the title and they should end up winning this clash as well. The side are filmed to the top with a formidable batting unit, one which doesn’t seize itself from expressing itself openly and piling on a colossal score.
The side should make a huge score today as well, one which ultimately ensures their win.
Match Details
Caribbean Premier League 2019
Match: Trinbago Knight Riders Vs St Lucia Zouks
Date And Time: 8th September, Sunday- 9:30pm IST
Venue: Queen’s Park Oval in Port of Spain, Trinidad
Where To Watch: Star Sports 1/HD
Pivotal Players
Trinbago Knight Riders
- Lendl Simmons, Denesh Ramdin, James Neesham, Khary Pierre
St Lucia Zouks
- Andre Fletcher, Rahkeem Cornwall, Christopher Barnwell, Obed McCoy
Top 4 Batting Order
Trinbago Knight Riders
- Lendl Simmons, Tion Webster, Sunil Narine, Denesh Ramdin
St Lucia Zouks
- Andre Fletcher, Rahkeem Cornwall, Andre McCarthy, Najibullah Zadran
Clean Hitters
Trinbago Knight Riders
- Lendl Simmons, Denesh Ramdin
St Lucia Zouks
- Rahkeem Cornwall, Christopher Barnwell
Death Overs Bowlers
Trinbago Knight Riders
- Khary Pierre, Anderson Phillip
St Lucia Zouks
- Obed McCoy, Kesrick Williams
Wicket-Keeper
With 21 runs in the last match, Denesh Ramdin showed why he’s considered one of the most consistent batsmen in the league, a name held in reverence for his ability to not only keep his intent in check but open his arms when required, given his astute understanding of the game.
Batsmen
The 23 runs in 21 balls for Najibullah Zadran in the side’s last outing under difficult conditions was a promising innings, one which pointed towards what he’s capable of with the bat. Elsewhere from Trinbago Knight Riders we have opted for the services of Lendl Simmons and Tion Webster whose 49 ball 66 run knock was a sensational one, immersing us in an incredible display of clean hitting.
All-Rounders
With both sides coming in with specialists of the game, names who can contribute in both the facets and use their tenacity to help their side thrive in their quest of consummate success. This sees us make this our most heavily dominated segment with the four players coming in, a segment made up of a duo of picks from either side.
We’ll begin with someone who has left us mesmerised with his enterprising and pulsating performances in 2019, Jimmy Neesham. He is in amazing touch, making him a name you can’t leave out at any costs from the side. We are also selecting Sunil Narine after he scored 46 in the opening slot the last time around.
Taking just 14 balls to smash his way to 36 runs and battered the bowlers with a display of brute hitting, Zouks’ opener Rakheem Cornwall represents our side for this clash along with Christopher Barnwell.
Bowling Order
Spin is something which always flourishes in T20 encounters with the slower stuff proving fortuitous in snaring wickets for sides. This narrative is the reason behind us selecting Fawad Ahmed for St Lucia Zouks with Obed McCoy also coming in after his impressive four wicket haul the last time around.
Only one pick from the opposition with us choosing Khary Pierre for today’s match.
Captain And Vice-Captain
Neesham is our side’s captain for this one as well while Cornwall is the vice-captain.
Full team
Dream 11 Disclaimer
All our selections are based on in-depth and astute analysis of the players partaking in the match, pitch report and a perusal of other reasoning. Please incorporate a slew of factors while crafting your own side with this article serving as a guide to the match and players.
