The highly anticipated Match 12 of the Legends League Cricket 2024 is set to take place on October 2, 2024, at the Lalabhai Contractor Stadium in Surat. This exciting encounter will pit the Konark Suryas Odisha against the Southern Super Stars, two teams that have been making significant waves in the tournament.
Current Form and Recent Performances
The Southern Super Stars are currently at the top of the points table with an impressive four wins under their belt. In their previous match, they dominated the Manipal Tigers, winning by a substantial margin of 42 runs. The match was reduced to 15 overs per side due to rain, but this did not deter the Southern Super Stars. They posted a formidable total of 194 for 7, with Martin Guptill being the star of the show. Guptill smashed 68 runs off just 29 balls, including 8 fours and 4 sixes. Other notable contributions came from Chirag Gandhi and Elton Chigumbura, who scored 36 and 20 runs respectively.
On the other hand, Konark Suryas Odisha have had a mixed bag of results. Their previous match against India Capitals was cancelled due to rain. However, in their last completed match, they managed a narrow victory over the Manipal Tigers by just 2 runs. Konark Suryas Odisha batted first and scored a modest 104 for 9 in 20 overs, with their top-order batsmen struggling. The match went down to the wire, with Konark Suryas Odisha eventually prevailing by a single run.
Key Players and Squads
For the Southern Super Stars, Martin Guptill has been the top run scorer in the Legends League Cricket 2024, with 140 runs to his name. The team is captained by Dinesh Karthik and includes other seasoned players like Elton Chigumbura, Hamilton Masakadza, and Nathan Coulter-Nile.
Konark Suryas Odisha's top run scorer has been Irfan Pathan, although his total of 18 runs is significantly lower than Guptill's. Vinay Kumar has been the top wicket-taker for the team with 2 scalps. The squad also features notable players such as Yusuf Pathan and Kevin O'Brien.
Match Predictions and Fantasy Cricket Tips
Given the current form and recent performances, the Southern Super Stars are favored to win this match. Their strong batting lineup and balanced bowling attack make them a formidable opponent. For fantasy cricket enthusiasts, picking players like Martin Guptill, Elton Chigumbura, and Nathan Coulter-Nile from the Southern Super Stars could be beneficial. From Konark Suryas Odisha, Irfan Pathan and Kevin O'Brien might be good picks.
The match is expected to be a high-scoring affair, with both teams capable of posting large totals. The pitch at the Lalabhai Contractor Stadium is generally conducive to batting, which could see a thrilling contest between these two teams.
Live Streaming and Match Details
The match between Konark Suryas Odisha and Southern Super Stars will be played on October 2, 2024, at 14:30 IST at the Lalabhai Contractor Stadium in Surat. Fans can catch the live action through various streaming platforms, with geo-restrictions applying in some regions.
For those interested in the detailed score report and live commentary, several cricket websites will be providing real-time updates and analysis.
To understand more about the format and history of the Legends League Cricket, you can visit the Legends League Cricket page on Wikipedia.
