GU vs VLS Dream11 Prediction, ECS T10 Malta, 2024 - Match 1: Gzira United vs Victoria Lions Fantasy XI, Captains Choices

GU vs VLS Dream11 Prediction: Gzira United will clash with Victoria Lions in the opening match of ECS T10 Malta 2024 at Marsa Sports Club, Malta.

Both teams will be eager to kickstart their tournament on a winning note, and fans can expect a competitive encounter between these two dynamic teams.

Match Details

• Date: October 20, 2024
• Time: 01:00 PM IST
• Venue: Marsa Sports Club, Malta
• Broadcast: N/A
• Live Stream: Fancode App

Pitch and Weather Conditions

The pitch at Marsa Sports Club is balanced, with an average first-innings score of 113. Teams that bat first have a higher winning percentage, and pacers have dominated, taking the bulk of wickets here. The weather will be pleasant with temperatures around 22°C and humidity at 66%. Moderate winds of 2.6 m/s will be expected, but no rain is anticipated.

Team Preview

Gzira United (GU): Gzira United comes into this match after a tough loss against Overseas CC in their recent outing. Their star players, Achal Patel, with a quick-fire 50 off 19 balls, and Tanka Kandel, scoring 22 off 13, will be vital in this game. On the bowling front, Buddhisagar Bhandari impressed with 3 wickets, and the team will rely heavily on him.

Victoria Lions (VLS): Victoria Lions secured a 13-run victory in their previous match against Gozo. Adhith Rajan was exceptional, scoring 55 off 31 balls. Tamil Selvan provided additional support, while their bowlers, Varun Makkara and Vimal Pillai, took crucial wickets. Victoria Lions are in strong form and will look to capitalize on it.

Key Players

• Achal Patel (GU): Scored 50 in his last match and is expected to shine at the top order.
• Buddhisagar Bhandari (GU): Took 3 wickets in his last game and will be crucial with the ball.
• Adhith Rajan (VLS): Scored a brilliant 55 in the previous match and is a key batter for Victoria Lions.
• Vimal Vijaya (VLS): A handy all-rounder who took 2 wickets and will contribute with both bat and ball.

GU vs VLS Dream11 Prediction

• Wicketkeepers: Achal Patel, Milton Devasia
• Batters: Suraj Darai, Adhith Rajan
• All-rounders: Tanka Kandel, Nalin Basnet, Vimal Vijaya
• Bowlers: Buddhisagar Bhandari, Rohan Rajan
• Captain Choices: Achal Patel, Adhith Rajan
• Vice-Captain Choices: Milton Devasia, Vimal Vijaya

Team News

No major injuries have been reported for either team. Both Gzira United and Victoria Lions are expected to field their strongest squads.

Probable Playing XI

Gzira United: Achal Patel, Bharat Aryal, Bibek Darai, Nalin Basnet, Tanka Kandel, Kamal Karki, Buddhisagar Bhandari, Bisnu Kunwar, Aakash Chhetri, Govinda Paudel

Victoria Lions: Pradeep Pushpangadan, Tamil Selvan, Shejil Peter, Adhith Rajan, Krishna Kumar, Vimal Vijaya, Sheril Peter, Aghil Babu, Jithin Jinesh, Jagadeesh Sreenath

Complete Squad

Gzira United Squad: Aakash Chhetri, Achal Patel, Aman Regmi, Amit Meche, Baldev Bhandari, Bharat Aryal, Bhuwan Aryal, Bhuwan Jha, Bibek Darai, Bikram Thapa, Bisnu Kunwar, Buddhisagar Bhandari, Govinda Paudel, Hom Gurung, Imran Ali, Kamal Karki, Lalit Pandey, Nalin Basnet, Pradip Bhandari, Rajan Bhandari, Salim Rain, Suraj Darai, Tanka Kandel

Victoria Lions Squad: Adhith Rajan, Aghil Babu, Ajith Kumar, Jagadeesh Sreenath, Jithin Jinesh, Krishna Kumar, Mahesh Menda, Milton Devasia, Nithin Roy, Pradeep Pushpangadan, Rejit Abraham, Rohan Rajan, Shejil Peter, Sheril Peter, Tamil Selvan, Vimal Vijaya