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🔮 Match Preview18 August 2026↻ Updated 15 Sept, 06:23 pm IST✓ Squad-synced picks

AF vs GC Fantasy Cricket Preview: Best Picks & Prediction — ETPL 2026 Match 12

Amsterdam Flames take on Glasgow Cosmic in ETPL 2026 at Sportpark Duivesteijn on September 3, 2026, with play starting at 6:45 PM IST. AF arrive with 4 wins from their last 5, GC with 1 from 5. AF hold the edge in their recent meetings, 1–0. Innings at this ground have averaged 144 across 16 completed matches. Liam Livingstone is the form pick of the two squads with 175 runs and 8 wickets in 9 matches. Below: the full suggested fantasy XI, captain and vice-captain picks, pitch report, head-to-head record and recent form for both sides.

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🏆 Match Result3 Sept, 11:59 pm IST
🔥 AF won by 6 runs
🔥 AF
177/3
🌌 GC
171/8
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TOP BAT
Yuvraj Samra — 73(32)
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TOP BOWL
Tim Pringle — 2/23
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MAN OF MATCH
Yuvraaj Samra

AF posted 177/3 (16.5/20 ov, target 172) and then bowled out GC to win. AF won by 6 runs. Yuvraj Samra was the standout batter, scoring 73 off 32 balls. Tim Pringle led the bowling attack with 2/23. Yuvraaj Samra was named Player of the Match.

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AF
Amsterdam Flames
VS
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GC
Glasgow Cosmic
📅 Date
September 3, 2026
🕖 Time
6:45 PM IST
📍 Venue
Sportpark Duivesteijn
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Pitch Report

Sportpark Duivesteijn has averaged 144 runs an innings in ETPL 2026, from 16 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 56 to 189, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. Sides batting first have won 10 of 15 here — defending a total has been the percentage play. AF have played 6 matches here in ETPL 2026, averaging 147 and winning 3 of 6 with a best of 178. GC have played 6 matches here in ETPL 2026, averaging 148 and winning 1 of 6 with a best of 183.

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Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team — last-minute changes happen.

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Team Assessment

🔥AF
WLWWW

Amsterdam Flames are in strong recent T20 form (4W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.

🌌GC
LWLLL

Glasgow Cosmic have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question.

Key Players to Watch

Michael Bracewell·AFAR

Michael Bracewell has 8 runs and 13 wickets in 6 matches for AF in ETPL 2026, averaging 88.2 fantasy points a game and with a best of 204.

Bas de Leede·AFAR

257 runs and 1 wicket in 7 matches in ETPL 2026 makes Bas de Leede one of AF's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 68.3 fantasy points a game and with a best of 141.

Tim David·AFBAT

Tim David brings 192 runs and 1 wicket in 7 matches to this fixture for AF, averaging 55.6 fantasy points a game and with a best of 118.

Tim Pringle·AFAR

Tim Pringle has 21 runs and 8 wickets in 6 matches for AF in ETPL 2026, averaging 57.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 121.

Liam Livingstone·GCAR

175 runs and 8 wickets in 9 matches in ETPL 2026 makes Liam Livingstone one of GC's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 67.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 131.

Jason Roy·GCBAT

Jason Roy brings 223 runs in 9 matches to this fixture for GC, averaging 45.6 fantasy points a game and with a best of 104.

Paul van Meekeren·GCBOWL

Paul van Meekeren has 37 runs and 9 wickets in 9 matches for GC in ETPL 2026, averaging 45 fantasy points a game and with a best of 117.

Ali Khan·GCBOWL

2 runs and 10 wickets in 8 matches in ETPL 2026 makes Ali Khan one of GC's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 44.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 159.

Fantasy Cricket Picks

C CAPTAINLiam Livingstone

175 runs and 8 wickets in 9 matches for GC in ETPL 2026 at 67.8 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.

VC VICE-CAPTAINMichael Bracewell

8 runs and 13 wickets in 6 matches for AF in ETPL 2026 at 88.2 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.

Must Picks

✅Michael Bracewell
AF

8 runs and 13 wickets in 6 matches for AF in ETPL 2026 at 88.2 points a game — a high-floor pick.

✅Bas de Leede
AF

257 runs and 1 wicket in 7 matches for AF in ETPL 2026 at 68.3 points a game — a high-floor pick.

✅Liam Livingstone
GC

175 runs and 8 wickets in 9 matches for GC in ETPL 2026 at 67.8 points a game — a high-floor pick.

✅Jason Roy
GC

223 runs in 9 matches for GC in ETPL 2026 at 45.6 points a game — a high-floor pick.

Differential Picks (Grand League)

💡Yuvraj Samra
AF

In ETPL 2026, Yuvraj Samra has already posted a single-match best of 136 fantasy points against a 44.3-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

💡Lungi Ngidi
GC

In ETPL 2026, Lungi Ngidi has already posted a single-match best of 174 fantasy points against a 56.7-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

Suggested Fantasy XI

1WK4BAT3AR3BOWL7AF4GC
1Scott Edwards
2Tim David
3Yuvraj Samra
4Steve Smith
5Michael BracewellVC
6Bas de Leede
7Aryan Dutt
8Paul van Meekeren
9Ali Khan
10Liam LivingstoneC
11Jason Roy

Match Prediction

Amsterdam Flames hold the head-to-head edge (1–0) and start as slight favourites, though Glasgow Cosmic have the firepower to upset them.

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Overall Fantasy Strategy

This XI leans 7-4 towards AF, which is a deliberate bet rather than a hedge — Liam Livingstone takes the armband, so if AF are rolled over cheaply your score goes with them. If you want to de-risk it, swap one AF middle-order batter for the equivalent slot on the other side before the toss.

Match Trivia

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In their only previous meeting in ETPL 2026 (3 Sept), Amsterdam Flames came out on top.

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The highest individual score at Sportpark Duivesteijn in ETPL 2026 is JJ Smuts's 98 off 60 balls.

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The best bowling figures at Sportpark Duivesteijn in ETPL 2026 are Trent Boult's 5/24.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who will win Amsterdam Flames vs Glasgow Cosmic?

Amsterdam Flames hold the head-to-head edge (1–0) and start as slight favourites, though Glasgow Cosmic have the firepower to upset them.

Who should be captain for AF vs GC in fantasy cricket?

Liam Livingstone is the top captain pick, with Michael Bracewell as vice-captain. 175 runs and 8 wickets in 9 matches for GC in ETPL 2026 at 67.8 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.

What is the pitch report for Sportpark Duivesteijn?

Sportpark Duivesteijn has averaged 144 runs an innings in ETPL 2026, from 16 completed matches. Totals have ranged from 56 to 189, so par is worth judging on the day rather than from the fixture list. Sides batting first have won 10 of 15 here — defending a total has been the percentage play. AF have played 6 matches here in ETPL 2026, averaging 147 and winning 3 of 6 with a best of 178. GC have played 6 matches here in ETPL 2026, averaging 148 and winning 1 of 6 with a best of 183.

When is AF vs GC?

AF vs GC is scheduled for September 3, 2026 at 6:45 PM IST, Sportpark Duivesteijn.

What is the head-to-head record between Amsterdam Flames and Glasgow Cosmic?

AF lead 1–0 across their last 1 meeting.

How have Amsterdam Flames and Glasgow Cosmic been performing recently?

Amsterdam Flames are in strong recent T20 form (4W in their last 5) — confidence will be high. Glasgow Cosmic have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question.

Who is a good differential pick for AF vs GC?

Yuvraj Samra (AF) — In ETPL 2026, Yuvraj Samra has already posted a single-match best of 136 fantasy points against a 44.3-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

Are there any notable stats for AF vs GC?

In their only previous meeting in ETPL 2026 (3 Sept), Amsterdam Flames came out on top. The highest individual score at Sportpark Duivesteijn in ETPL 2026 is JJ Smuts's 98 off 60 balls. The best bowling figures at Sportpark Duivesteijn in ETPL 2026 are Trent Boult's 5/24.

What's a good fantasy XI for AF vs GC?

A balanced XI built from both squads: Scott Edwards, Tim David, Yuvraj Samra, Steve Smith, Michael Bracewell, Bas de Leede, Aryan Dutt, Paul van Meekeren, Ali Khan, Liam Livingstone, Jason Roy. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.

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