TSK vs LAKR Dream11 Prediction: Match 1 of Major League Cricket T20 Playing 11, Pitch Report and Fantasy Cricket Tips for Texas Super Kings vs Los Angeles Knight Riders Dream11 Team
Published on: Jul 14, 2023 2:32 am IST|Updated on: Jul 14, 2023 2:36 am IST
The first match of the Major League Cricket 2023 is set to take place at Grand Prairie Stadium, Texas, on 14th July at 06:00 AM IST. Here are a few tips to help you create your TSK vs LAKR Dream11 team.
Texas Super Kings vs Los Angeles Knight Riders, Match 1 of Major League Cricket T20
14th July, 06:00 AM IST
Grand Prairie Stadium, Texas
TSK vs LAKR Preview
The opening match of the MLC 2023 will witness the clash between the Texas Super Kings and the Los Angeles Knight Riders. Faf du Plessis will lead the Super Kings, while the Knight Riders will be captained by Sunil Narine.
The Super Kings will have renowned CSK players such as Devon Conway and Mitchell Santner along with Daniel Sams and David Miller. The Knight Riders, on the other hand, will feature the likes of Andre Russell, Jason Roy, and New Zealand’s Martin Guptill.
Both teams possess a strong roster of experienced T20 players, and they will be eager to begin the tournament on a positive note.
Team Form Guide:
TSK (recent first): –
LAKR (recent first): –
Grand Prairie Stadium Pitch Report
The wicket at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas is expected to be a lively one, offering a good balance between pace and bounce. The surface is likely to be supportive to stroke play, providing some assistance to both batters and bowlers.
TSK Playing 11
- Devon Conway (wk)
- Faf du Plessis (c)
- Lahiru Milantha
- Milind Kumar
- Mitchell Santner
- Cody Chetty
- Dwayne Bravo
- Rusty Theron
- Gerald Coetzee
- Imran Tahir
- Zia Shahzad
Texas Super Kings Team News
- Ambati Rayudu withdrew from the side in July 2023 and was replaced by Imran Tahir.
- Daniel Sams is expected to miss a few games as he might play for Essex in T20 Blast. There is no confirmation on the same yet.
- Faf du Plessis will lead the side, with Devon Conway keeping wickets.
TSK Key Players
Faf du Plessis vs Los Angeles Knight Riders in T20
Faf du Plessis could partner with Devon Conway as the opening batsman for the Texas Super Kings, delivering a remarkable start to their innings. His exceptional display in the T20 format, particularly in the IPL 2023, showcased his recent achievements. Scoring an impressive total of 730 runs in just 14 matches, he maintained an outstanding average of 56.15.
| Last 5 performances in T20 | T20 matches, runs and average against Los Angeles Knight Riders | T20 matches, runs and average | T20 performance at Dallas | Captain or Vice-captain Choice |
| 28, 71, 55, 65, 45 | – | 343 matches, 9336 runs & 32.30 average | – | ✅ |
Mitchell Santner vs Los Angeles Knight Riders in T20
Mitchell Santner was in exceptional form during the ongoing T20 Blast 2023. He emerged as the leading run-scorer for the Worcestershire Rapids, amassing a total of 404 runs in 12 matches. Additionally, he has showcased his skills with the ball, capturing 12 wickets.
| Last 5 performances in T20 | T20 matches, wickets, and economy against Los Angeles Knight Riders | T20 matches, runs, and wickets | T20 performance at Dallas | Captain or Vice-captain Choice |
| 13 & 1/23, 64 & 1/28, 42 & 1/25, 56 & 2/25, 13 & 2/31 | – | 168 matches, 1996 runs, 170 wickets & 7.02 economy | – | ✅ |
LAKR Playing 11
- Jason Roy
- Martin Guptill
- Unmukt Chand
- Gajanand Singh
- Jaskaran Malhotra(wk)
- Sunil Narine(c)
- Andre Russell
- Adam Zampa
- Lockie Ferguson
- Ali Khan
- Spencer Johnson
Los Angeles Knight Riders Team News
- All players from Los Angeles Knight Riders are available for selection.
- There are no injury concerns for Los Angeles Knight Riders.
- Sunil Narine to lead the side, with Jaskaran Malhotra expected to keep wickets.
LAKR Key Players
Sunil Narine vs Texas Super Kings in T20
Sunil Narine is currently the leading wicket-taker of Surrey in the Vitality T20 Blast 2023 with 20 wickets in 15 matches. He has also displayed his versatility with the bat scoring 203 runs including a 78-run knock.
| Last 5 performances in T20 | T20 matches, Runs and average against Texas Super Kings | T20 matches, runs, wickets & economy | T20 performance at Dallas | Captain or Vice-captain Choice |
| 2* & 1/31, 78* & 1/42, 16 & 2/38, 0 & 0/47, 36 & 2/25 | – | 468 matches, 3636 runs, 509 wickets & 6.10 economy | – | ✅ |
Adam Zampa vs Texas Super Kings in T20
Adam Zampa is another leg spinner from Los Angeles Knight Riders who had a fine run in the IPL 2023. He took 8 wickets in six matches while being economical with the ball.
| Last 5 performances in T20 | T20 matches, Runs and average against Texas Super Kings | T20 matches, wickets & economy | T20 performance at Dallas | Captain or Vice-captain Choice |
| 1/26, 2/25, 0/40, 3/22, 1/32 | – | 238 matches, 277 wickets & 7.33 economy | – | ❌ |
Who will win the TSK vs LAKR match?
- TSK boasts a more seasoned lineup compared to the Los Angeles Knight Riders, which gives them an advantage.
- TSK’s strong batting order comprising Faf, Conway, Santner, and Miller provides them with the capability to successfully chase down challenging scores.
- Although TSK’s bowling unit, led by Dwayne Bravo and Imran Tahir, may lack experience, they are determined to put up a fierce fight.
As per Texas Super Kings vs Los Angeles Knight Riders today match prediction, Texas Super Kings are expected to win this TSK vs LAKR Dream11 Prediction.
TSK vs LAKR Dream11 Prediction
Wicket-Keepers: Devon Conway
Batters: Faf du Plessis, Jason Roy, David Miller
All-rounders: Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Mitchell Santner, Dwayne Bravo
Bowlers: Adam Zampa, Lockie Ferson, Imran Tahir
Who are Best Captain Options for TSK vs LAKR Dream11 Team
For Small League, Head-to-Head contests: Faf du Plessis, Devon Conway
For Grand League: Mitchell Santner, Sunil Narine
What are TSK vs LAKR Fantasy Tips?
- Having a captain/vice-captain from Texas Super Kings is advisable to fetch more points.
- Try and choose more players from Texas Super Kings as they are expected to win the game.
Where to Watch TSK vs LAKR Live?
The TSK vs LAKR match will be live-streamed on JioCinema App & Website, while Sports18 will live-telecast for fans in India.
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