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DG vs RD Fantasy XI, Captain Picks & Pitch Report — ETPL 2026 Match 10

Dublin Guardians take on Rotterdam Dockers in ETPL 2026 at Sportpark Duivesteijn on September 2, 2026, with play starting at 3:00 PM IST. DG arrive with 1 win from their last 5, RD with 3 from 5. RD hold the edge in their recent meetings, 1–0. Innings at this ground have averaged 144 across 16 completed matches. David Wiese is the form pick of the two squads with 95 runs and 13 wickets in 7 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 Result2 Sept, 08:10 pm IST
⚓ RD won by 7 wickets
🛡️ DG
178/4
⚓ RD
179/3
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TOP BAT
James Vince — 95(54)
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TOP BOWL
Roelof van der Merwe — 2/35
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MAN OF MATCH
Faf du Plessis

RD posted 179/3 (18.4/20 ov, target 179) and then bowled out DG to win. RD won by 7 wickets. James Vince was the standout batter, scoring 95 off 54 balls. Roelof van der Merwe led the bowling attack with 2/35. Faf du Plessis was named Player of the Match.

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DG
Dublin Guardians
VS
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RD
Rotterdam Dockers
📅 Date
September 2, 2026
🕖 Time
3:00 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. DG have played 5 matches here in ETPL 2026, averaging 146 and winning 0 of 5 with a best of 178. RD have played 5 matches here in ETPL 2026, averaging 149 and winning 3 of 5 with a best of 179.

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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

🛡️DG
LLWLL

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

⚓RD
WWLLW

Rotterdam Dockers are in strong recent T20 form (3W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.

Key Players to Watch

James Vince·DGBAT

James Vince brings 264 runs in 7 matches to this fixture for DG, averaging 61.9 fantasy points a game and with a best of 153.

George Dockrell·DGBOWL

George Dockrell has 77 runs and 7 wickets in 8 matches for DG in ETPL 2026, averaging 47.1 fantasy points a game and with a best of 126.

Craig Young·DGBOWL

9 wickets in 4 matches in ETPL 2026 makes Craig Young one of DG's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 84.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 194.

Matt Hollard·DGBOWL

Matt Hollard brings 43 runs and 8 wickets in 8 matches to this fixture for DG, averaging 42.1 fantasy points a game and with a best of 87.

David Wiese·RDAR

David Wiese has 95 runs and 13 wickets in 7 matches for RD in ETPL 2026, averaging 98.4 fantasy points a game and with a best of 146.

Faf du Plessis·RDBAT

349 runs in 7 matches in ETPL 2026 makes Faf du Plessis one of RD's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 91.4 fantasy points a game and with a best of 169.

Anrich Nortje·RDBOWL

Anrich Nortje brings 11 runs and 14 wickets in 7 matches to this fixture for RD, averaging 80.9 fantasy points a game and with a best of 139.

Heinrich Klaasen·RDWK

Heinrich Klaasen has 152 runs in 7 matches for RD in ETPL 2026, averaging 46.7 fantasy points a game and with a best of 96.

Fantasy Cricket Picks

C CAPTAINDavid Wiese

95 runs and 13 wickets in 7 matches for RD in ETPL 2026 at 98.4 points a game — a high-floor pick. A reliable 2× multiplier choice.

VC VICE-CAPTAINJames Vince

264 runs in 7 matches for DG in ETPL 2026 at 61.9 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.

Must Picks

✅James Vince
DG

264 runs in 7 matches for DG in ETPL 2026 at 61.9 points a game — a high-floor pick.

✅George Dockrell
DG

77 runs and 7 wickets in 8 matches for DG in ETPL 2026 at 47.1 points a game — a high-floor pick.

✅David Wiese
RD

95 runs and 13 wickets in 7 matches for RD in ETPL 2026 at 98.4 points a game — a high-floor pick.

✅Faf du Plessis
RD

349 runs in 7 matches for RD in ETPL 2026 at 91.4 points a game — a high-floor pick.

Differential Picks (Grand League)

💡Craig Young
DG

In ETPL 2026, Craig Young has already posted a single-match best of 194 fantasy points against a 84.8-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

💡Anrich Nortje
RD

In ETPL 2026, Anrich Nortje has already posted a single-match best of 139 fantasy points against a 80.9-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

Suggested Fantasy XI

1WK4BAT3AR3BOWL7DG4RD
1Benjamin Calitz
2James VinceVC
3Harry Tector
4Daryl Mitchell
5David Willey
6Sanjay Krishnamurthi
7George Dockrell
8Anrich Nortje
9Logan van Beek
10David WieseC
11Faf du Plessis

Match Prediction

Rotterdam Dockers have the better recent record in this fixture (1–0), but Dublin Guardians will fancy their chances of turning it around.

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Overall Fantasy Strategy

This XI leans 7-4 towards DG, which is a deliberate bet rather than a hedge — David Wiese 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

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In their only previous meeting in ETPL 2026 (2 Sept), Rotterdam Dockers 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 Dublin Guardians vs Rotterdam Dockers?

Rotterdam Dockers 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 RD in fantasy cricket?

David Wiese is the top captain pick, with James Vince as vice-captain. 95 runs and 13 wickets in 7 matches for RD in ETPL 2026 at 98.4 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. DG have played 5 matches here in ETPL 2026, averaging 146 and winning 0 of 5 with a best of 178. RD have played 5 matches here in ETPL 2026, averaging 149 and winning 3 of 5 with a best of 179.

When is DG vs RD?

DG vs RD is scheduled for September 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM IST, Sportpark Duivesteijn.

What is the head-to-head record between Dublin Guardians and Rotterdam Dockers?

RD lead 1–0 across their last 1 meeting.

How have Dublin Guardians and Rotterdam Dockers been performing recently?

Dublin Guardians have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question. Rotterdam Dockers are in strong recent T20 form (3W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.

Who is a good differential pick for DG vs RD?

Craig Young (DG) — In ETPL 2026, Craig Young has already posted a single-match best of 194 fantasy points against a 84.8-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

Are there any notable stats for DG vs RD?

In their only previous meeting in ETPL 2026 (2 Sept), Rotterdam Dockers 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 DG vs RD?

A balanced XI built from both squads: Benjamin Calitz, James Vince, Harry Tector, Daryl Mitchell, David Willey, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, George Dockrell, Anrich Nortje, Logan van Beek, David Wiese, Faf du Plessis. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.

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