The 19th match of the Nepal Premier League 2024 will see Kathmandu Gurkhas (KMG) squaring off against Lumbini Lions (LBL) at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur on Wednesday, December 11. Ahead of the match, here's all you need to know about the KMG vs LBL Dream11 Prediction, today's playing 11s, fantasy cricket tips, best player picks and the pitch report.
Kathmandu Gurkhas have won one of their last three matches. They lost their last match to Sudurpaschim Royals by 73 runs. Lumbini Lions, on the other hand, have won one of their last five matches. They won their last match of the tournament against Chitwan Rhinos by 33 runs.
These two teams have never played a head-to-head match. Both teams will be looking to win today's nail-biting match.
KMG vs LBL Match Details
The 19th match of the Nepal Premier League 2024 will be played on December 11 at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur. The game is set to take place at 12:45 PM IST. The live score & commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.
KMG vs LBL, 19th Match
Date and Time: 11 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. Team bowling first should look to 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 Karnali Yaks and Pokhara Avengers, where a total of 209 runs were scored at a loss of 13 wickets.
KMG vs LBL Form Guide
KMG - L W L
LBL - W L L L L
KMG vs LBL 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), Shahab Alam
LBL Playing XI
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Rohit Kumar Paudel (c), Surya Tamang, Bibek Yadav, Sundeep Jora, Aashutosh Ghiraiya, Tilak Raj Bhandari, Abhishesh Gautam, Bikash Aagri, Unmukt Chand, Ben Cutting, Tom Moores (wk)
KMG vs LBL Dream11 Match Top Picks
Wicket-keeper
Tom Moores
Tom Moores 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 already smashed 123 runs in the last five matches. Stephen Eskinazi is another good wicket-keeper option for today's nail-biting match.
Batters
Sumit Maharjan
Shankar Rana and Sumit Maharjan are the two best batters for today's Dream11 team. Sumit Maharjan is a hard hitter who can score a lot of runs at this venue. He has smashed 83 runs in the last three matches. Sundeep Jora is another good batter for today's nail-biting match.
All-rounders
Rohit Kumar Paudel
Rohit Kumar Paudel and Gerhard Merwe Erasmus are the best all-rounder picks for the Dream11 team. Both players are crucial for today's match. Rohit Kumar Paudel will bat in the top order and complete his quota of overs. He has smashed 261 runs and taken 7 wickets in the last five matches. Abhishek Gautam is another good all-rounder for today's match.
Bowlers
Saad Zafar
The top bowler picks for today's Dream11 team are Karan KC and Saad Zafar. Both the bowlers can take a lot of wickets at this venue. Saad Zafar has an exceptional venue record and can once again take a lot of wickets. He has taken 5 wickets and smashed 67 runs in the last five matches. Ramon Simmonds is another good bowler for today's match.
KMG vs LBL match captain and vice-captain choices
Rohit Kumar Paudel
Rohit Kumar Paudel is the most crucial pick from Lumbini Lions 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 7 wickets and smashed 261 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. He has already taken 4 wickets and smashed 52 runs in the last three matches.
5 Must-Picks for KMG vs LBL, 19th Match
Rohit Kumar Paudel
Gerhard Merwe Erasmus
Saad Zafar
Abhishek Gautam
Bibek Kumar Yadav
Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Lumbini Lions Match Expert Tips
As the pitch is expected to be good and 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.
Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Lumbini Lions Dream11 Prediction Today, Head-to-head
Wicketkeepers: T Moores, S Eskinazi
Batters: S Maharjan, S Jora
All-rounders: B Kumar, R Kumar Paudel, G Merwe Erasmus
Bowlers: R Simmonds, S Alam, K Karan, S Zafar
Kathmandu Gurkhas vs Lumbini Lions Dream11 Prediction Today, Grand League
Wicketkeepers: T Moores, S Eskinazi
Batters: S Maharjan
All-rounders: B Kumar, R Kumar Paudel, G Merwe Erasmus, A Gautam
Bowlers: R Simmonds, S Alam, K Karan, S Zafar
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