DBG vs PJR live Score: Dubai Giants will look to continue their winning momentum when they take on Punjab Royals in Match 12 of Legends Cricket Trophy 2024 at Pallekele on Thursday. With two wins & one loss, Dubai Giants are placed in the third spot on the league table. Captain Harbhajan Singh will hope that their team can continue their winning form in this match.
On the other hand, the Punjab Royals registered a morale-boosting victory over the Delhi Devils, thanks to outstanding performances from Tilakaratne Dilshan, Monty Panesar, and Anton Devcich. With this result, Punjab Royals have climbed to fourth in the league table. Who will win this epic clash?
DBG vs PJR TEAMS PREVIEW
Dubai Giants Preview
The Dubai Giants boast a formidable batting lineup led by openers Shaun Marsh and Richard Levi. The middle-order trio of Gurkeerat Singh Mann, Saurabh Tiwary, and Thisara Perera adds depth and firepower to their batting arsenal. In the previous match, Tiwary showcased his excellent form with a brilliant knock of 52 runs off 28 balls, well supported by Gurkeerat Singh Mann’s quickfire 42. The bowling department is bolstered by the likes of Fidel Edwards, Suranga Lakmal, Seekkuge Prasanna, and captain Harbhajan Singh. In the previous match, Gurkeerat Singh impressed with the ball, claiming three wickets.
The predicted playing XI for Dubai Giants includes Shaun Marsh, Richard Levi, Gurkeerat Singh Mann, Saurabh Tiwary, Denesh Ramdin (wk), Thisara Perera, Harbhajan Singh (c), Seekkuge Prasanna, Suranga Lakmal, Fidel Edwards, and Pawan Suyal.
Punjab Royals Preview:
The Punjab Royals will rely on their experienced batting lineup, featuring Tillakaratne Dilshan, Dwayne Smith, Cameron White, Naman Ojha, Phil Mustard, and Anton Devcich. Captain Dilshan has been in stellar form, leading from the front with a superb knock of 59 runs in the previous match. Devcich and Neil Broom provided valuable contributions with the bat as well. In the bowling department, Punjab Royals will look to Rahat Ali, Monty Panesar, Upul Indrasiri, Siddharth Trivedi, and Dilshan for crucial breakthroughs. Panesar and Ali impressed in the previous match, claiming two wickets each.
The predicted playing XI for Punjab Royals includes Naman Ojha (wk), Tillakaratne Dilshan (c), Dwayne Smith, Anton Devcich, Cameron White, Neil Broom, Phil Mustard, Siddharth Trivedi, Upul Indrasiri, Rahat Ali, and Monty Panesar.
Pitch and Weather Conditions:
The wicket at Pallekele is expected to favor batsmen, although bowlers will need to maintain discipline to make an impact. The weather forecast indicates sunny conditions with clear skies, ensuring an uninterrupted contest.
Toss: To Bat Both teams will be keen to win the toss and bat first, aiming to post a challenging total on the board. Recent matches at Pallekele have favored the side batting first.
DBG vs PJR Winning Prediction:
Considering their current form, the Dubai Giants are favorites to clinch victory against the Punjab Royals. The Giants are expected to continue their winning streak with key players like Saurabh Tiwary, Gurkeerat Singh Mann, and Suranga Lakmal in excellent form. Expect a hard-fought contest, with Dubai Giants emerging triumphant in the end.
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