Dream11: JKB vs KMG Dream11 Prediction: Fantasy Cricket Tips, Today's Playing 11 and Pitch Report for Nepal Premier League 2024, Match 21

The 21st match of the Nepal Premier League 2024 will see the Kathmandu Gurkhas (KMG) lock horns with the Janakpur Bolts (JKB) at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur on Thursday, December 12. Ahead of the match, here's all you need to know about the KMG vs JKB Dream11 Prediction, today's playing 11s, fantasy cricket tips, best player picks, and the pitch report.

Kathmandu have won two of their last four matches. They won their last match against the Lumbini Lions by 18 runs. The Janakpur Bolts, on the other hand, have won four of their last five matches. They lost their last match of the tournament to the Sudurpaschim Royals by 72 runs.

These two teams have never played against each other. Both teams will be looking to win today's nail-biting match.

KMG vs JKB Match Details

The 21st match of the Nepal Premier League 2024 will be played on December 12 at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. The game is set to begin at 12:45 PM IST. The live score & commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.

KMG vs JKB, 21st Match

Date and Time: 12 December 2024, 12:45 PM 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. Teams should look to bowl first and make the best use of swing in the initial overs after winning the toss. Fans can expect a good scoring match with wickets falling from both the ends.

The last match played at this venue was between the Kathmandu Gurkhas and the Lumbini Lions, where a total of 188 runs were scored at a loss of 20 wickets.

KMG vs JKB Form Guide

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KMG vs JKB Probable Playing XI

KMG Playing XI

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Raju Rijal, Stephen Eskinazi (wk), Bhim Sharki, Sumit Maharjan, Michael Levitt, Shankar Rana, Gerhard Erasmus, Rashid Khan, Krishna Karki, Dipesh Kandel, Daniel Douthwaite, KC Karan (c), and Shahab Alam.

JKB Playing XI

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Anil Kumar Sah (c), Aasif Sheikh, Lahiru Milantha (wk), Harsh Thaker, Lalit Rajbanshi, Mohammad Mohsin, Shubh Kansakar, Tul Thapa, Kishore Mahato, Arniko Yadav, and Ben Mike.

KMG vs JKB Dream11 Match Top Picks

Wicketkeeper

Lahiru Milantha

Lahiru Milantha is no doubt the best wicketkeeper pick for today's match. He is expected to bat in the top order and perform the wicketkeeping duties for his team. He has already smashed 175 runs in the last five matches. Stephen Eskinazi is another good wicketkeeper option for today's nail-biting match.

Batters

Anil Kumar Sah

Anil Kumar Sah and Sumit Maharjan are the two best batters for today's Dream11 team. Anil is a hard hitter who can score a lot of runs at this venue. He has smashed 113 runs in the last five matches. Sundeep Jora is another good batter for today's nail-biting match.

All-rounders

Jimmy Neesham

Jimmy Neesham and Gerhard Merwe Erasmus are the best all-rounder picks for the Dream11 team. Both players are crucial for today's match. Merwe will bat in the top order and complete his quota of overs. He has smashed 53 runs and taken six wickets in the last four matches. Harsh Thaker is another good all-rounder for today's match.

Bowlers

Karan KC

The top bowler picks for today's Dream11 team are Karan KC and Lalit Rajbanshi. Both the bowlers can take a lot of wickets at this venue. Lalit Rajbanshi has an exceptional venue record and can once again take a lot of wickets. He has taken eight wickets in the last five matches. Shahab Alam is another good bowler for today's match.

KMG vs JKB match captain and vice-captain choices

Harsh Thaker

Harsh Thaker is the most crucial pick from Janakpur Bolts as the pitch is expected to support both bowlers and batters. He will bat in the top order and bowl a good number of overs in today's match. He has taken nine wickets and smashed 48 runs in the last five matches.

Gerhard Merwe Erasmus

Gerhard Merwe Erasmus is one of the most crucial picks from the Kathmandu Gurkhas squad. He is in top notch form and can once again perform well at this venue. He will bat in top order and complete his quota of overs.

5 Must-Picks for KMG vs JKB, 21st Match

Gerhard Merwe Erasmus

Jimmy Neesham

Harsh Thaker

Karan KC

Lalit Rajbanshi

Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Janakpur Bolts 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.