The Eliminator match of the Nepal Premier League 2024 will see Chitwan Rhinos (CWR) squaring off against Karnali Yaks (KNY) at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur on Wednesday, December 18. Ahead of this exciting match, here's all you need to know about the CWR vs KNY Dream11 Prediction, today's playing 11s, fantasy cricket tips, best player picks and the pitch report.
Chitwan Rhinos have won four of their last seven matches. They won their last match against Janakpur Bolts by 32 runs. Karnali Yaks, too, have won four of their last seven matches. They lost their first match of the tournament to Sudurpaschim Royals by six wickets.
These two teams have played one head-to-head match. Karnali Yaks won that match by six wickets.
CWR vs KNY Match Details
The Eliminator match of the Nepal Premier League 2024 will be played on December 18 at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. The game is set to take place at 8:45 AM IST. The live score & commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.
CWR vs KNY, Eliminator Match
Date and Time: December 18, 2024, 8:45 AM IST
Venue: Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground, Kirtipur
Pitch Report
The pitch at Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur is good for both batters and bowlers. The team batting first should look to bowl first and make the best use of swing in initial overs. Fans can expect a good scoring match with wickets falling from both the ends. The last match played at this venue was between Sudurpaschim Royals and Karnali Yaks, where a total of 206 runs were scored at a loss of 14 wickets.
CWR vs KNY Form Guide
CWR - Won 4 of their last 7 matches
KNY - Won 4 of their last 7 matches
CWR vs KNY Probable Playing XI
CWR Playing XI
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Bipin Rawal, Santosh Karki, Hassan Eisakhil, Salahuddin Khan, Deepak Bohara, Sharad Vesawkar, Gautam KC, Kushal Malla ©, Jan Nicol Loftie Eaton, Ravi Bopara, Rijan Dhakal, Sohail Tanvir
KNY Playing XI
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Sompal Kami (c), Dev Khanal, Babar Hayat, Zeeshan Maqsood, Gulshan Jha, Chadwick Walton (wk), Nandan Yadav, Bhuvan Karki, Paul Stirling, Rit Gautam, Dipendra Rawat
CWR vs KNY Dream11 Match Top Picks
Wicket-keeper
Chadwick Walton
Chadwick Walton is no doubt the best wicket-keeper pick for today's match. He is expected to bat in the top order and perform the wicket-keeping duties for his team. He has smashed 126 runs in the last seven matches. Santosh Karki is another good wicket-keeper option for today's nail-biting match.
Batters
Hassan Eisakheil
Hassan Eisakheil and Dev Khanal are the two best batter picks for today's Dream11 team. Hassan Eisakheil is a hard hitter who can score a lot of runs at this venue. He has smashed 124 runs in the last five matches. Babar Hayat is another good batter for today's match.
All-rounders
William Bosisto
William Bosisto and Kushal Malla are the best all-rounder picks for the Dream11 team. William Bosisto will bat in the top order and bowl a good number of overs in today's match. He has smashed 128 runs and taken eight wickets in the last five matches. Ravi Bopara is another good all-rounder for today's match.
Bowlers
Rijan Dhakal
The top bowler picks for today's Dream11 team are Rijan Dhakal and Sohail Tanvir. Both the bowlers can take a lot of wickets at this venue. Rijan Dhakal has already taken 13 wickets in the last seven matches. Bipin Prasad is another good bowler for today's match.
CWR vs KNY match captain and vice-captain choices
Kushal Malla
Kushal Malla is the most crucial pick from Chitwan Rhinos as the pitch is expected to support batters. He will bat in the top order and complete his quota of overs. He is expected to play a crucial role in today's match. He has smashed 202 runs and taken eight wickets in the last seven matches.
William Bosisto
William Bosisto is one of the best picks from the Karnali Yaks squad. He is in top notch form and can perform well with the ball once again. He has taken eight wickets and smashed 128 runs in the last five matches.
5 Must-Picks for CWR vs KNY, Eliminator Match
Sohail Tanvir
William Bosisto
Ravi Bopara
Rijan Dhakal
Kushal Malla
Chitwan Rhinos vs Karnali Yaks Match Expert Tips
As the pitch is expected to be well-balanced, it is advisable to make a team keeping that in mind. Making hard hitters or all-rounders the captain or vice-captain is the best way to gain maximum points and win grand leagues in today's match.
Chitwan Rhinos vs Karnali Yaks Dream11 Prediction Today, Head-to-head
Wicket-keeper: C Walton
Batters: H Eisakheil
All-rounders: Z Maqsood, K Malla, W Bosisto, R Bopara
Bowlers: R Dhakal, S Tanvir, S Kami, B Prasad, N Yadav
Chitwan Rhinos vs Karnali Yaks Dream11 Prediction Today, Grand League
Wicket-keeper: C Walton
Batters: H Eisakheil
All-rounders: Z Maqsood, K Malla, W Bosisto, R Bopara, G Jha
Bowlers: R Dhakal, S Tanvir, S Kami, B Prasad
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