Dhangadhi Premier League (DPL 2019): Match 9, BK vs KTG: Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI Updates & Fantasy Cricket Tips - February 16th, 2019

With almost half of the Dhangadi Premier League 2019 done and dusted, the league table is beginning to take shape with the two teams in question, Biratnagar Kings and Kathmandu Goldens occupying the playoff positions.

Both teams have impressed in their matches so far. Kathmandu Goldens have been at their best throughout the tournament riding on the back of Ankit Dabbas and Gyanendra Malla's exploits with the bat.

With a win ensuring qualification, an exciting match is expected between the two teams at Dhangadi.

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Squads to choose from:

Biratnagar Kings:

Arjun Adhikari, Amrit Gurung, Asad Pathan, Karan KC, Avinash Yadav, Hari Shankar Sah, Karan KC, Kishor Mahato, Mahamad. Aasif Sheikh, Md.Samsad Sheikh, Mohammed Asadullah Khan, Prithu Baskota, Rajesh Pulami Magar, Subash Ayer, Sushan Bhari, Trit Raj Das, Kushal Bhurtel.

Kathmandu Goldens:

Anil Kumar Sah, Ankit Dabas, Avinav Yadav, Bikram Thagunna, Bikram Kumar Bhusal, Gaurav Tomar, Gyanendra Malla, Lalit Narayan Rajbanshi, Mahaboob Alam, Nanadan Yadav, Rasid Khan, Sonu Tamang, Yogendra Karki, Sudhir Chaudhary, Surya Tamang.

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Playing XI Updates:

Biratnagar Kings:

More is expected of Nepal internationals, KC Karan and Avinash Yadav who have underwhelmed so far in the tournament. Former RCB batsman Asad Pathan holds the key for the Kings as they seek to beat the Goldens, who are currently unbeaten this season. Bikram Kumar could play instead of Ayer while the rest of the side should remain the same.

Possible XI: Shah, Sheikh (WK), Bhurtel, Asad Pathan, S. Sheikh, Avinash Yadav, KC Karan (C), Baskota, Bikram, Susan Bhari and Magar.

Kathmandu Goldens:

No changes are expected to the side that have won both their games so far. Dabas and Malla have done well for them while the likes of Rajbanshi and Yadav have struck gold with the ball. Mahaboob Alam has finished off games well and considering the slow nature of the pitch, he could be called upon once again with the bat.

Possible XI: Tomar, Anil Sah (WK), Malla (C), Dabbas, Alam, Tamang, Karki, Bhusal, Yadav, Rajbanshi and Rashaid Khan.

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Fantasy Tips and Suggestions:

Wicket-keeper: Anil Sah is the ideal choice for the wicket-keeper slot over Sheikh and is due for a big score on Saturday.

Batsmen: Gyanendra Malla and Asad Pathan are the cornerstones of their respective sides' batting units and are must-haves in the fantasy team. Sonu Tamang and Hari Shah are also viable options to pick, while Mahaboob Alam, who has finished well for the Goldens is also available to slot in for them.

All-rounders: KC Karan, Ankit Dabas and Yogendra Singh are the ideal set of all-rounders to go with. Karan has been in good form, evident from his performances against the UAE, and would be their go-to man as well. Ankit Dabas currently leads the run-scoring charts with 94 runs and much is expected of the Kathmandu batsman.

Bowlers: Avinash Yadav has been very good for the Kings with six wickets to his name so far. His batting ability is a bonus and would definitely bring in some much needed points if selected. The likes of Lalit Rajbanshi and Samsud Sheikh are also viable options to round off a well-balanced fantasy team.

Captain: Gyanendra Malla is one of Nepal's leading batsmen but has not quite come off yet in the DPL. A big score is expected from the batsman against the Kings. Other options also include the likes of Asad Pathan and KC Karan, who could be very effective on a sluggish wicket.

Fantasy Suggestion #1: Anil Sah(WK), Gyanendra Malla, Sonu Tamang, Hari Shah, Asad Pathan, KC Karan, Yogendra Singh, Ankit Dabbas, Avinash Yadav, Lalit Rajbanshi and Samsud Sheikh. Captain: Gyanendra Malla

Fantasy Suggestion #2: Anil Sah(WK), Gyanendra Malla, Asad Pathan, Mahaboob Alam, Prithu Basokta, KC Karan, Bikram Kumar, Ankit Dabbas, Avinash Yadav, Samsud Sheikh and Lalit Rajbanshi. Captain: KC Karan

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