Australia (AUS) and Scotland (SCO) are set to face off again in the second T20I of the three-match series after Australia dominated the hosts in the first game at the Grange Cricket Club Ground in Edinburgh - Reddy Anna. Australia, led by Mitchell Marsh, restricted Scotland to 154/9, with Sean Abbott starring with 3/39. In reply, Australia chased down the target comfortably, with Travis Head smashing 80 runs off just 44 balls, leading the visitors to a seven-wicket victory inside the powerplay.
As both teams prepare for the second encounter, expect another thrilling contest. Here's a look at the Dream11 predictions, fantasy tips, pitch report, and top picks for this match.
Probable Playing XI
Scotland:
Matthew Cross (wk),
George Munsey,
Brandon McMullen,
Richie Berrington (C),
Oliver Hairs,
Michael Leask,
Jack Jarvis,
Mark Watt,
Charlie Cassell,
Brad Wheal,
Jasper Davidson
Bench:Charlie Tear, Michael Jones, Safyaan Sharif, Chris Sole, Chris Greaves
Australia:
Tim David,
Jake Fraser-McGurk,
Travis Head,
Josh Inglis (wk),
Mitchell Marsh (C),
Cameron Green,
Marcus Stoinis,
Adam Zampa,
Xavier Bartlett,
Sean Abbott,
Riley Meredith
Bench:Aaron Hardie, Cooper Connolly, Nathan Ellis
Injury and Availability News
No injuries have been reported, and both sides are expected to field their full-strength squads.
Pitch Report
The pitch at the Grange Cricket Club in Edinburgh is well-balanced, offering something for both batters and bowlers. Spinners may get some assistance early on, especially if there’s some turn in the surface. However, with favorable batting conditions, a score of 170 or more is expected to be competitive.
Pace Bowling:Â 45%
Spin Bowling:Â 55%
Batting Pitch:Â 70%
Bowling Pitch:Â 30%
Average Score:Â 170
Top Player Picks
Marcus Stoinis:Â A reliable all-rounder who can contribute with both bat and ball.
Mitchell Marsh:Â The Australian captain will look to carry his form with the bat and lead from the front.
Travis Head:Â Coming off a powerful 80 in the first match, Head will be a key player again.
Michael Leask: Scotland’s experienced all-rounder, Leask can provide points with both bat and ball.
Sean Abbott: Australia’s key wicket-taker in the first T20I, Abbott will be crucial once again.
Dream11 Fantasy Tips
Captain Options:Â Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Marsh, Travis Head
Vice-Captain Options:Â Sean Abbott, Michael Leask
Differential Picks:Â Oliver Hairs, Xavier Bartlett
Winning Prediction
Based on the first T20I performance, Australia will be the favorites heading into the second match. Scotland will need a collective effort with both bat and ball to challenge the visitors, but Australia’s all-round strength makes them likely to win again.
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