QQY VS NW DREAM11 PREDICTION. The Abu Dhabi T10 League has changed the way we look at white-ball cricket. Ten overs per side, relentless hitting from ball one, and constant pressure on bowlers – it’s the perfect format for fantasy contests. The clash between Quetta Qavalry (QQY) and Northern Warriors (NW) is one of those matches where almost every player looks like a fantasy option.
This long, in-depth guide walks you through the match conditions, team analysis, fantasy picks, captain and vice-captain ideas, and sample teams. By the end, you’ll have a clear structure in your mind for building strong line-ups instead of just guessing.
Match Preview and Context
Tournament Background and Match Importance
The Abu Dhabi T10 League is a franchise tournament played at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi. With 10-over innings and only two powerplay overs, the game moves very fast. One over can flip the match, and one player can decide your fantasy contest.
For both Quetta Qavalry and Northern Warriors, this is an early yet crucial game:
- A win helps them build momentum in a short tournament.
- Net run rate (NRR) is often important in T10 because many teams finish close on points.
- A strong opening performance from batters or bowlers can set the tone for the entire league.
For fantasy users, this match is important because:
- Both teams have big-name all-rounders and power hitters.
- Many players are popular picks, so your C/VC and punt choices really matter.
- The entire game happens in about 90 minutes, so the scoring is intense.
Venue, Date, Time, and Basic Info
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi
- City: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Approx. Capacity: 20,000
- Match Format: T10 (10 overs per innings)
- Match Timing: Evening game – 5:45 PM local, 1:45 PM GMT
Evening games here often see dew in the second innings, which is important for bowlers and your bowling selections.
Sheikh Zayed Stadium Pitch Report
Historical Scoring Patterns in T10 at Abu Dhabi
Sheikh Zayed Stadium has hosted the Abu Dhabi T10 for multiple seasons. In this format:
- First-innings scores between 100 and 120 are common.
- Anything above 120 generally puts pressure on the chasing side.
- On some days, when the pitch is flat and the outfield quick, teams can push towards 140+.
Most teams prefer to chase, especially when dew is expected, because:
- The ball skids on nicely under lights.
- Spinners find it hard to grip the ball in wet conditions.
- Batters can use the pace and trust the bounce more.
How the Pitch Helps Batters and Bowlers
For Batters
- True bounce and a quick outfield encourage aggressive strokeplay.
- Powerplay overs (only two) mean fielders are up in the ring, so lofted shots can easily clear in-fielders.
- Big hitters who attack straight and through mid-wicket get maximum value.
For Bowlers
- New-ball bowlers who can swing or seam the ball (like Mohammad Amir or Trent Boult) may get early movement.
- Spinners with variations – especially left-arm wrist-spinners like Tabraiz Shamsi – can trouble batters who are swinging hard.
- Yorkers and slower balls at the death are vital. Bowlers without variation are often expensive.
Fantasy Takeaway
On this pitch:
- Focus on top-order batters – they face the most balls.
- Pick all-rounders who bowl at least one or two overs.
- Don’t overload with too many pure bowlers unless they bowl in powerplay or death overs.
Weather Conditions and Match Impact
Abu Dhabi typically offers clear skies during the tournament period, with warm evenings.
- Rain: Rare and usually not a big concern, but always recheck on match day.
- Temperature: Often stays warm, which keeps the pitch dry and good for batting.
- Dew: A big factor in night and late-evening matches.
Dew Factor and Its Effect on Bowling Plans
If dew sets in:
- Grip becomes tricky for spinners, so their effectiveness can drop.
- Teams chasing gain an advantage because the ball comes on to the bat better.
- Captains winning the toss often choose to bowl first.
Fantasy Tip:
If there’s a strong dew forecast and the pitch is batting-friendly, give more importance to:
- Chasing side’s top three batters
- All-rounders who bat higher and bowl less spin
- Seamers with yorkers and wide lines, who can still control the wet ball
Quetta Qavalry (QQY) – Team Preview
Full Squad Overview and Player Roles
From the squad list in your screenshot, Quetta Qavalry include names like:
- Liam Livingstone – explosive batting all-rounder
- Jason Holder – seam-bowling all-rounder, can finish with the bat
- Mohammad Amir – left-arm fast, new-ball specialist
- Sikandar Raza – batting all-rounder with off-spin
- Evin Lewis – destructive opener
- Imran Tahir – veteran leg-spinner
- Andries Gous, Arafat Minhas, Gudakesh Motie, Abbas Afridi, Fabian Allen, Ali Naseer, and others
This squad is rich in multi-skill players, which is exactly what you want for fantasy purposes.
Key Batters to Watch
- Evin Lewis
- Style: Left-hand opening batter
- Fantasy Appeal:
- Faces the new ball
- Can score 30+ runs in just 12–15 balls
- Risk: Boom-or-bust, but perfect for T10 where strike rate is king.
- Liam Livingstone
- Role: Middle-order or top-order batter depending on team strategy
- Strengths: Big hitter down the ground, strong against pace, can handle spin
- Fantasy Edge: Adds bowling points, often gets an over or two.
- Andries Gous / Khawaja Nafay (if selected)
- Can play anchor roles, holding the innings together while others attack.
- Useful in low-scoring games or when early wickets fall.
Top All-rounders and Finishers
- Liam Livingstone
- Double role: Hard-hitting batter + off-spin or leg-spin.
- T10 Value: Even 1 over of bowling and a quick 20 with the bat can turn him into a top fantasy scorer.
- Jason Holder
- Skill set: Can bat anywhere from No. 4 to 7; bowls seam up, often in powerplay or death.
- Role in Fantasy:
- Wickets + late hitting = high ceiling.
- Safe pick for both small and grand leagues because he rarely goes completely quiet.
- Sikandar Raza
- Brings stability as a batter and bowls off-spin.
- Handy in the middle overs, especially if pitch grips even slightly.
- Another multi-facet player, ideal for T10 fantasy.
Bowling Attack and Death-Over Specialists
- Mohammad Amir
- Left-arm pace with early swing.
- Likely to bowl one over with the new ball and one at the death.
- Early wickets can fetch 25–30 points quickly in fantasy scoring.
- Imran Tahir
- Veteran leg-spinner; good in middle overs to pick wickets when batters try to hit big.
- In T10, one wicket and tight economy can still be useful.
- Abbas Afridi / Ali Naseer / Fabian Allen
- Provide depth.
- Their fantasy value goes up if they bowl at the death or contribute with the bat.
Overall Fantasy Impression for QQY
QQY are a balanced fantasy side with several genuine all-rounders. They’re rarely a bad team to stack because:
- You get points from both bat and ball.
- Several players are involved in multiple phases of the innings.
Northern Warriors (NW) – Team Preview
Squad Depth and Balance
Northern Warriors’ squad from your screenshot includes:
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Trent Boult
- Thisara Perera
- Johnson Charles
- Colin Munro
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Tabraiz Shamsi
- Odean Smith, Hazratullah Zazai, Dinesh Chandimal, Shahnawaz Dahani, and others
They’re built around explosive batting and strike bowlers.
Explosive Top-Order Batters
- Colin Munro
- Left-hander, usually opens or plays at No. 3.
- Very experienced in T20 leagues around the world.
- Plays pace well and can target spin too.
- Fantasy Role: Reliable run-getter; good for small leagues.
- Johnson Charles
- Aggressive keeper-batter.
- Loves to attack from ball one.
- If he gets going, he can hit 40 off 15 balls and break the game.
- Shimron Hetmyer / Hazratullah Zazai (depending on playing combination)
- Middle-order or top-order hitters, very good for grand leagues because of their high strike rate.
All-round Options and Lower-Order Power
- Thisara Perera
- Huge experience in limited-overs cricket.
- Big six-hitter and can bowl medium pace with useful cutters.
- Ideal in T10 as a finisher and part-time bowler.
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Seam-bowling all-rounder.
- From your screenshot, you’ve marked him captain in one combo – a strong grand league idea.
- Can bat in the top six and bowl at key moments.
- Odean Smith
- Another power hitter at the back end and a pace bowler around 140 kph.
- High ceiling fantasy pick, though a bit risky for small leagues due to inconsistency.
Strike Bowlers and Variations
- Trent Boult
- World-class left-arm quick.
- Threatens with swing early in the innings.
- If he takes 2 wickets in his first over, your fantasy rank can skyrocket.
- Tabraiz Shamsi
- Left-arm wrist-spinner with great variations.
- In T10, one over of mystery spin can bring multiple wickets if batters misread him.
- Strong pick in conditions with some grip or when chasing team is under scoreboard pressure.
- Shahnawaz Dahani / others
- Provide additional pace bowling.
- Useful for death overs if they’re given that role.
Overall Fantasy Impression for NW
NW are slightly batting-heavy, but their top-order and all-rounders give them huge fantasy upside. If they bat first and score big, stacking their batters and an all-rounder or two can be very profitable.
Head-to-Head Notes and Style Match-Ups
Even if there’s no long historical record between these exact squads, we can still look at how styles clash.
How QQY Match Up Against NW Strengths
- NW’s left-hand heavy top-order (Munro, Hetmyer, Zazai) has to face Mohammad Amir, another left-armer who can swing the ball back into them.
- QQY have spinners like Imran Tahir and Sikandar Raza who can challenge aggressive right-handers like Charles and Perera with turn and flight.
- On the other side, NW’s Trent Boult versus Evin Lewis and Liam Livingstone is a premium contest: swing vs power hitting.
Key Individual Battles to Monitor
- Boult vs Lewis – first over battle; if Lewis survives, massive fantasy points await.
- Amir vs Charles/Munro – both are attacking; early wickets can tilt the match.
- Shamsi vs Livingstone/Raza – spin versus spin-hitting; wickets or sixes, nothing in between.
Fantasy managers should think:
- “Which side of these battles do I trust more today?”
Your answer will decide whether you stack QQY or NW more heavily.
Probable Playing XI for Both Teams
(This is a prediction based on the squad list and typical T10 combinations. Always check final XI after toss.)
Expected Line-Up – Quetta Qavalry
- Evin Lewis (LHB) – Opener
- Andries Gous / Khawaja Nafay – Opener / No. 3
- Liam Livingstone – Middle-order batter, part-time spin
- Sikandar Raza – Batting all-rounder
- Jason Holder – Fast-bowling all-rounder
- Fabian Allen / Ali Naseer – Batting all-rounder / spinner
- Arafat Minhas – Spin-all-round option
- Mohammad Amir – Left-arm pace
- Abbas Afridi – Pace bowler
- Imran Tahir – Leg-spin
- Gudakesh Motie – Left-arm orthodox
Expected Line-Up – Northern Warriors
- Johnson Charles (WK) – Aggressive opener
- Colin Munro – Top-order batter
- Hazratullah Zazai / Shimron Hetmyer – Top-order power hitter
- Azmatullah Omarzai – All-rounder
- Thisara Perera – All-rounder
- Odean Smith – All-rounder
- Dinesh Chandimal – Middle-order stability / second keeper option
- Trent Boult – New-ball bowler
- Tabraiz Shamsi – Spin wizard
- Shahnawaz Dahani – Pace bowler
- Another seamer/spinner depending on conditions
Fantasy Tip:
If you see team combinations with too many bowlers in such a short format, favour the all-rounders instead. They simply have more ways to score.
Role-Wise Best Fantasy Picks
Wicket-Keepers – Safe vs Risky Options
- Johnson Charles
- Pros: Aggressive opener, keeps wickets.
- Ideal For: Both small and grand leagues.
- Dinesh Chandimal
- Pros: Stability, can anchor innings.
- Ideal For: Grand leagues when you expect early collapse and rebuild.
If you’re picking only one keeper in a small league, Charles offers the best mix of safety (due to batting position) and upside (attack from ball one).
Batters – Top-Order, Middle-Order, and Punt Picks
Top-Order Core Choices
- Colin Munro – Strong base pick; if you fade him and he scores, you drop in rankings.
- Evin Lewis – High-risk, high-reward; very good in grand leagues.
Middle-Order
- Liam Livingstone – Ideal across formats; plays spin and pace equally well.
- Shimron Hetmyer / Hazratullah Zazai – Good for chasing big totals.
Punt Picks
- Gous / Nafay / Chandimal – can be under-owned but deliver match-winning knocks in case of early wickets.
All-Rounders – The Real Point Machines
In T10, all-rounders dominate fantasy leaderboards because they contribute in more than one discipline.
Top-Tier All-Rounders
- Liam Livingstone
- Jason Holder
- Sikandar Raza
- Thisara Perera
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Odean Smith
Try to field at least three and up to five all-rounders in your XI. If credits don’t allow this, drop one pure bowler before dropping a top all-rounder.
Bowlers – Powerplay and Death-Over Threats
Priority Bowlers
- Mohammad Amir – Powerplay + sometimes death.
- Trent Boult – Powerplay.
- Tabraiz Shamsi – Middle overs, wicket-taker.
Secondary Picks
- Imran Tahir – Still dangerous if batters attack recklessly.
- Abbas Afridi / Dahani / Motie – useful in certain match situations.
Whenever you select bowlers in T10, ask:
- Do they bowl in high-impact overs (1, 2, 9, 10)?
- Do they have wicket-taking ability, not just economy?
The more “yes” answers, the better fantasy pick they are.
Captain and Vice-Captain Choices for Dream11
Safe C/VC Picks for Small Leagues
You want reliability plus decent upside.
- Liam Livingstone (C)
- Bat + ball + fielding.
- Even on an average day, he can give useful points.
- Jason Holder (VC)
- Overs in crucial phases and late-order hitting.
- Good floor + very high ceiling.
- Colin Munro (C or VC)
- Top-order role ensures he faces enough balls.
- Safe for small contests if you expect NW to dominate.
High-Risk, High-Reward C/VC Picks for Grand Leagues
In grand leagues, you need to differentiate.
- Evin Lewis (C)
- Popular player but not everyone will captain him due to inconsistency.
- If he fires with 60+ runs at high strike rate, you’re far ahead.
- Azmatullah Omarzai (C or VC)
- Bowls and bats, but sometimes under-owned.
- If he takes 2 wickets and scores quick 25, he can be top of the charts.
- Odean Smith / Thisara Perera (VC)
- Ideal when you expect a high-scoring finish and they get time both with bat and ball.
Sample Dream11 Team – Small League Focus
Note: This is a structure, not a locked team. Always adjust according to final playing XI and toss result.
WK (2):
- Johnson Charles
- Dinesh Chandimal
Batters (2):
- Colin Munro
- Evin Lewis
All-rounders (4):
- Liam Livingstone (C)
- Jason Holder (VC)
- Sikandar Raza
- Azmatullah Omarzai
Bowlers (3):
- Mohammad Amir
- Trent Boult
- Tabraiz Shamsi
Player-by-Player Justification
- Double keeper gives both attacking intent (Charles) and stability (Chandimal).
- Munro and Lewis provide top-order firepower from both sides.
- Four all-rounders make sure you’re covered across batting and bowling.
- Amir, Boult, and Shamsi are all wicket-takers in different phases – powerplay and middle overs.
This team is designed to be safe but still explosive, perfect for head-to-head and 3–10 member contests.
Sample Dream11 Team – Grand League Focus
In large contests, you can afford more risk and chase unique combinations.
WK (1):
- Johnson Charles
Batters (3):
- Colin Munro (VC)
- Evin Lewis
- Shimron Hetmyer / Hazratullah Zazai
All-rounders (4):
- Liam Livingstone
- Azmatullah Omarzai (C)
- Thisara Perera
- Odean Smith
Bowlers (3):
- Mohammad Amir
- Trent Boult
- Tabraiz Shamsi
How to Use Differentials and Low-Owned Picks
- Making Omarzai captain is a bold move; not everyone will do this.
- Choosing both Perera and Smith increases volatility but boosts upside if game becomes a high-scoring shoot-out.
- Dropping a safer option like Raza for Hetmyer/Zazai can make your team stand out.
In grand leagues, losing by a small margin doesn’t matter – but finishing top does. That’s why a bit of calculated aggression is needed.
Advanced Fantasy Strategy for T10 Matches
Balancing Risk and Safety in Small vs Grand Leagues
- Small Leagues:
- Focus on high-involvement players: openers, main all-rounders, lead bowlers.
- Avoid too many punt picks.
- Mirror the core players most others will have; gain edge with C/VC and one or two smart choices.
- Grand Leagues:
- Pick a core of 6–7 safe players.
- Use 4–5 spots on low-owned or unconventional options.
- Be ready to captain somebody slightly off the mainstream radar.
Reading Toss, Team News, and Last-Minute Updates
- Check who’s rested or rotated; T10 teams often rotate heavily.
- If a star all-rounder is not bowling due to injury or workload, his fantasy value drops a lot.
- If dew is heavy and a team chooses to bowl first, consider stacking the chasing side’s batters more.
Following live updates on reliable sites like ESPNcricinfo or the official T10 League website helps a lot. For general match updates and stats, you can refer to:
ESPNcricinfo – Abu Dhabi T10 coverage
Using Statistics and Recent Form the Smart Way
- Look at recent innings, not just career numbers, especially for batters.
- For bowlers, look at:
- Overs bowled in last 3–4 matches
- Powerplay vs middle vs death usage
- Don’t overreact to one bad match; T10 is very volatile.
Common Mistakes Fantasy Players Make in T10
Over-Stacking One Side Without Role Balance
Some users pick seven or eight players from one team, thinking it will dominate. That’s risky because:
- Even if that team wins, points may spread across many players.
- You might miss the top-scoring all-rounder from the other side.
Instead, aim for 5–6 players from the team you think will win, and 5–6 from the other based on roles.
Ignoring Bowler Types and Match-Ups
Not all bowlers are equal:
- A bowler who delivers only in the middle overs may not get as many wickets in T10 as someone in powerplay or death.
- Picking a spinner on a very dewy night can be dangerous.
- Left-arm pace vs right-hand heavy top-order is usually more effective.
Always link player choice with batting style of the opposition.
QQY VS NW DREAM11 PREDICTION – Quick Summary Table
Below is a compact summary you can glance at before the deadline.
| Category | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Likely Toss Decision | Win toss, bowl first (due to dew) |
| Ideal Fantasy Focus | Top-order batters + multi-skill all-rounders |
| Safe Captain Pick | Liam Livingstone |
| Safe Vice-Captain Pick | Jason Holder or Colin Munro |
| Grand League Captain Ideas | Evin Lewis, Azmatullah Omarzai |
| Key Bowlers | Mohammad Amir, Trent Boult, Tabraiz Shamsi |
| Risky but High-Upside Picks | Odean Smith, Thisara Perera, Hetmyer/Zazai |
| Suggested Combination | 1–2 WK, 2–3 Bat, 4–5 AR, 2–3 Bowl |
This table sums up the main angle of your preparation and complements the long explanations above.
FAQs on This Match and T10 Fantasy Strategy
Q1. Should I stack more players from QQY or NW?
It depends on your reading of form and toss, but many fantasy players lean slightly towards Northern Warriors’ batting and Quetta’s all-rounders and bowling. A balanced 5–6 player split is usually safest.
Q2. Who is the best safe captain choice for this match?
The safest captain option is Liam Livingstone because he can score with the bat, bowl a bit of spin, and take catches too. His all-round involvement gives him a high floor.
Q3. Is it worth picking both Amir and Boult in the same team?
Yes, in many cases it is. Both bowl in the powerplay where wickets are common. However, if you expect a very high-scoring batting paradise with no help for seam, you might swap one out for an extra all-rounder.
Q4. How many bowlers should I pick in this T10 match?
Typically, 3 bowlers are enough if you already have all-rounders who bowl. In some risky grand league builds, you can even go with just 2 frontline bowlers and load up on all-rounders.
Q5. What’s the biggest trap in T10 fantasy?
The biggest trap is chasing big names only by reputation and ignoring their current role. If a famous player bats at No. 7 and bowls only one over, his fantasy value might be lower than a lesser-known all-rounder in the top five.
Q6. How should I adjust if the match is shortened (DLS or overs cut)?
In shortened games, favour:
- Top-order hitters even more.
- Bowlers who bowl with the new ball.
Middle-order anchors and part-time bowlers lose relative value.
Conclusion – Final Thoughts Before the Deadline
Building a profitable fantasy team for this match isn’t about guessing; it’s about understanding roles, conditions, and risk levels. You’ve seen how each key player from Quetta Qavalry and Northern Warriors fits into the T10 structure, how the Sheikh Zayed pitch behaves, and why all-rounders are the true goldmine for fantasy points.
Use the sample small-league and grand-league combinations as templates, not as fixed answers. Adjust based on toss, final XI, and live conditions. If you keep a clear eye on roles and don’t chase every popular name blindly, this match can be a strong opportunity to climb the fantasy rankings.
