The action continues in the Trinidad T10 Blast 2025 as Scarlet Ibis Scorchers (SLS) take on Bess Motors Blue Devils (BLD) in Match 17 at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Tarouba. Both teams have had their share of struggles, but with playoffs on the horizon, every point counts.
This marks their second meeting in just 24 hours—BLD won the first clash convincingly by 8 wickets, chasing 117 with ease.
Match Overview
- Match: Scarlet Ibis Scorchers vs Bess Motors Blue Devils
- Date: June 17, 2025
- Time: 12:00 AM IST / 2:30 PM Local
- Venue: Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba
- Live Streaming: FanCode
Pitch & Weather Report
The Tarouba surface has begun to favor batters more this season. Scores above 100 are becoming regular, and the highest total so far is a cracking 152. Bowlers still get assistance in the first 2 overs, especially with the new ball.
- Pitch Type: Balanced with good carry
- Avg 1st Inn Score (last 5): 114
- Avg 2nd Inn Score: 104
- Highest score this season: 152
- Teams chasing have won: 8 of 13 matches
- Weather: Dry with some humidity, around 28°C
Captain winning the toss is likely to bowl first – chasing teams have won 8 of 13 matches this season.
Team Form & Head-to-Head
| Team | Last 5 Matches | Standings |
|---|---|---|
| SLS | L, W, L, L, NR | 5th (3 pts) |
| BLD | W, L, L, L, W | 4th (4 pts) |
In the last 5 head-to-head encounters, SLS has won 3, while BLD has clinched 2, including the most recent one by 8 wickets.
Despite the poor start, SLS still have time to mount a comeback, but they’ll need back-to-back wins starting tonight to stay in playoff contention.
Predicted Playing XIs
Scarlet Ibis Scorchers
Daniel Williams (wk), Cephas Cooper, Dexter Sween, Sachin Seecharan, Mikkel Govia, Andrew Rambaran (c), Nicholas Ali, Eric Garcia, Liam Mamchan, Joshua Ramdoo, Namir Suepaul
Bess Motors Blue Devils
Kamil Pooran, Kirstan Kallicharan, Crystian Thurton (wk), Rajeev Ramnath, Adrian Sehzad Ali (c & wk), Teshawn Castro, Samuel Roopnarine, Brandon Boodoo, Rivaldo Ramlogan, Justin Gangoo, Kashtri Singh
Fantasy Tips: Top Picks
Batters to Watch
- Cephas Cooper (SLS) – 146 runs in 5 matches at a strike rate of 203.23. Starts fast, anchors well.
- Kirstan Kallicharan (BLD) – Inconsistent but explosive. Scored a quickfire 71 two games ago.
- Daniel Williams (SLS) – Wicketkeeper-batter with solid technique, highest fantasy scorer for SLS last match.
All-Rounders
- Mikkel Govia (SLS) – 68 runs at SR 178.95 + 2 wickets. A reliable vice-captain choice.
- Teshawn Castro (BLD) – Good with the bat, hasn’t bowled much lately, but can be a point accumulator.
- Andrew Rambaran (SLS) – Yet to fire, but his left-arm spin has fetched a few wickets.
Bowlers
- Rivaldo Ramlogan (BLD) – 4 wickets in 5 games despite a high economy. Often bowls at the death.
- Ricky Jaipaul (BLD) – Slow left-arm bowler with two 2-wicket hauls recently.
- Liam Mamchan (SLS) – Leggie with a knack for middle-over breakthroughs.
X-Factor
- Kamil Pooran (BLD) – Blistering 50* off 24 in previous match vs SLS, with 5 fours and 2 sixes.
Fantasy Team Picks (Dream11 Format)
Option 1 – Balanced Squad (Safe)
Wicketkeepers: D. Williams, C. Thurton
Batters: C. Cooper (C), K. Kallicharan, K. Pooran
All-Rounders: M. Govia (VC), A. Rambaran, T. Castro
Bowlers: R. Ramlogan, R. Jaipaul, L. Mamchan
Why this works: It covers early batters, two consistent all-rounders, and a mix of death and spin bowlers.
Option 2 – Suggested Team from Experts
Daniel Williams, Crystian Thurton, Kirstan Kallicharan, Cephas Cooper, Kamil Pooran (c), Dexter Sween, Sachin Seecharan, Teshawon Castro, Mikkel Govia (vc), Rivaldo Ramlogan, Liam Vinode Mamchan
Match Prediction
This is a tricky one to call. While BLD hold a mental edge from their last win, SLS still have more consistency in their top order. If their bowlers can hold their nerve in the death overs, Scarlet Ibis Scorchers could edge this clash.
Prediction: SLS to win by a small margin – expect a close contest around the 110–115 run mark.
Fdaytalk Prediction: SLS to win by 25 runs.
Final Fantasy Captaincy Choices
- Cephas Cooper – He’s been consistently getting runs at the top and looks in fine touch. A dependable choice for captain.
- Mikkel Govia – Handy with both bat and ball. Even if he fails in one department, he’s likely to make up in the other. A solid vice-captain option.
- Kirstan Kallicharan – Can be dangerous if he gets going, especially while chasing. But he does blow hot and cold, so pick him if you’re willing to take that gamble.
Disclaimer
This article offers personal insights and opinions based on publicly available data and recent performances. This game involves financial risk. Play responsibly and within your limits. These tips are for guidance only—cricket, like life, always has surprises.
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