DG vs GC Dream11 Prediction & Fantasy Tips — ETPL 2026 Match 23
Dublin Guardians take on Glasgow Cosmic in ETPL 2026 at The Village, Malahide on September 12, 2026, with play starting at 7:05 PM IST. DG arrive with 0 wins from their last 3, GC with 1 from 2. GC hold the edge in their recent meetings, 1–0. Lungi Ngidi is the form pick of the two squads with 5 wickets in 2 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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The Village, Malahide has no completed matches on record for ETPL 2026 yet, so there is no reliable par score to quote. Treat the pitch report at the toss as your main signal and keep a balanced XI.
Tip: Always check the official playing XI announced on match day before finalising your fantasy team — last-minute changes happen.
Team Assessment
Dublin Guardians are still looking for a win in their last 3 T20 outings — a response is due.
Glasgow Cosmic have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 2) — which version turns up is the question.
Key Players to Watch
George Dockrell brings 42 runs and 4 wickets in 3 matches to this fixture for DG, averaging 71.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 126.
Chris Wood has 30 runs and 5 wickets in 3 matches for DG in ETPL 2026, averaging 66 fantasy points a game and with a best of 130.
40 runs and 4 wickets in 3 matches in ETPL 2026 makes Matt Hollard one of DG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 63.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 87.
Harry Tector brings 79 runs in 3 matches to this fixture for DG, averaging 53 fantasy points a game and with a best of 127.
Lungi Ngidi has 5 wickets in 2 matches for GC in ETPL 2026, averaging 110.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 174.
79 runs in 2 matches in ETPL 2026 makes Richie Berrington one of GC's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 70 fantasy points a game and with a best of 105.
Paul van Meekeren brings 8 runs and 3 wickets in 2 matches to this fixture for GC, averaging 65 fantasy points a game and with a best of 114.
Jason Roy has 60 runs in 2 matches for GC in ETPL 2026, averaging 53 fantasy points a game and with a best of 104.
Fantasy Cricket Picks
5 wickets in 2 matches for GC in ETPL 2026 at 110.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
42 runs and 4 wickets in 3 matches for DG in ETPL 2026 at 71.7 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.
Must Picks
42 runs and 4 wickets in 3 matches for DG in ETPL 2026 at 71.7 points a game — a high-floor pick.
30 runs and 5 wickets in 3 matches for DG in ETPL 2026 at 66 points a game — a high-floor pick.
5 wickets in 2 matches for GC in ETPL 2026 at 110.5 points a game — a high-floor pick.
79 runs in 2 matches for GC in ETPL 2026 at 70 points a game — a high-floor pick.
Differential Picks (Grand League)
In ETPL 2026, Harry Tector has already posted a single-match best of 127 fantasy points against a 53-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
In ETPL 2026, Paul van Meekeren has already posted a single-match best of 114 fantasy points against a 65-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Suggested Fantasy XI
Match Prediction
Glasgow Cosmic have the better recent record in this fixture (1–0), but Dublin Guardians will fancy their chances of turning it around.
This XI leans 7-4 towards DG, which is a deliberate bet rather than a hedge — Lungi Ngidi takes the armband, so if DG are rolled over cheaply your score goes with them. If you want to de-risk it, swap one DG middle-order batter for the equivalent slot on the other side before the toss.
Match Trivia
In their only previous meeting in ETPL 2026 (29 Aug), Glasgow Cosmic came out on top.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win Dublin Guardians vs Glasgow Cosmic?
Glasgow Cosmic have the better recent record in this fixture (1–0), but Dublin Guardians will fancy their chances of turning it around.
Who should be captain for DG vs GC in fantasy cricket?
Lungi Ngidi is the top captain pick, with George Dockrell as vice-captain. 5 wickets in 2 matches for GC in ETPL 2026 at 110.5 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.
What is the pitch report for The Village, Malahide?
The Village, Malahide has no completed matches on record for ETPL 2026 yet, so there is no reliable par score to quote. Treat the pitch report at the toss as your main signal and keep a balanced XI.
When is DG vs GC?
DG vs GC is scheduled for September 12, 2026 at 7:05 PM IST, The Village, Malahide.
What is the head-to-head record between Dublin Guardians and Glasgow Cosmic?
GC lead 1–0 across their last 1 meeting.
How have Dublin Guardians and Glasgow Cosmic been performing recently?
Dublin Guardians are still looking for a win in their last 3 T20 outings — a response is due. Glasgow Cosmic have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 2) — which version turns up is the question.
Who is a good differential pick for DG vs GC?
Harry Tector (DG) — In ETPL 2026, Harry Tector has already posted a single-match best of 127 fantasy points against a 53-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.
Are there any notable stats for DG vs GC?
In their only previous meeting in ETPL 2026 (29 Aug), Glasgow Cosmic came out on top.
What's a good fantasy XI for DG vs GC?
A balanced XI built from both squads: Benjamin Calitz, Harry Tector, James Vince, Muhammad Waseem, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Harmeet Singh, George Dockrell, Lungi Ngidi, Paul van Meekeren, Richie Berrington, Jason Roy. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.
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