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GC vs BW Dream11 Team Prediction, Playing XI & Preview — ETPL 2026 Match 13

Glasgow Cosmic take on Belfast Wolves in ETPL 2026 at Sportpark Duivesteijn on September 4, 2026, with play starting at 8:30 PM IST. GC arrive with 1 win from their last 5, BW with 3 from 5. BW hold the edge in their recent meetings, 2–0. 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 Result5 Sept, 01:40 am IST
🐺 BW won by 7 wickets
🌌 GC
120/8
🐺 BW
146/3
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TOP BAT
Mark Chapman — 71(33)
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TOP BOWL
Fred Klaassen — 3/21
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MAN OF MATCH
Mark Chapman

BW posted 146/3 (12/12 ov) and then bowled out GC to win. BW won by 7 wickets. Mark Chapman was the standout batter, scoring 71 off 33 balls. Fred Klaassen led the bowling attack with 3/21. Mark Chapman was named Player of the Match.

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GC
Glasgow Cosmic
VS
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BW
Belfast Wolves
📅 Date
September 4, 2026
🕖 Time
8:30 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. GC have played 6 matches here in ETPL 2026, averaging 148 and winning 1 of 6 with a best of 183. BW have played 4 matches here in ETPL 2026, averaging 130 and winning 3 of 4 with a best of 184.

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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

🌌GC
LWLLL

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

🐺BW
WLWLW

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

Key Players to Watch

Liam Livingstone·GCAR

Liam Livingstone brings 175 runs and 8 wickets in 9 matches to this fixture for GC, averaging 67.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 131.

Jason Roy·GCBAT

Jason Roy has 223 runs in 9 matches for GC in ETPL 2026, averaging 45.6 fantasy points a game and with a best of 104.

Paul van Meekeren·GCBOWL

37 runs and 9 wickets in 9 matches in ETPL 2026 makes Paul van Meekeren one of GC's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 45 fantasy points a game and with a best of 117.

Ali Khan·GCBOWL

Ali Khan brings 2 runs and 10 wickets in 8 matches to this fixture for GC, averaging 44.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 159.

Mark Chapman·BWBAT

Mark Chapman has 242 runs in 8 matches for BW in ETPL 2026, averaging 59.6 fantasy points a game and with a best of 154.

Mark Adair·BWBOWL

37 runs and 11 wickets in 8 matches in ETPL 2026 makes Mark Adair one of BW's most reliable fantasy assets, averaging 56.8 fantasy points a game and with a best of 124.

Fred Klaassen·BWBOWL

Fred Klaassen brings 13 runs and 10 wickets in 8 matches to this fixture for BW, averaging 52.5 fantasy points a game and with a best of 124.

Glenn Maxwell·BWAR

Glenn Maxwell has 132 runs and 3 wickets in 8 matches for BW in ETPL 2026, averaging 48.9 fantasy points a game and with a best of 114.

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-CAPTAINMark Chapman

242 runs in 8 matches for BW in ETPL 2026 at 59.6 points a game — a high-floor pick. Strong 1.5× value.

Must Picks

✅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.

✅Mark Chapman
BW

242 runs in 8 matches for BW in ETPL 2026 at 59.6 points a game — a high-floor pick.

✅Mark Adair
BW

37 runs and 11 wickets in 8 matches for BW in ETPL 2026 at 56.8 points a game — a high-floor pick.

Differential Picks (Grand League)

💡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.

💡Matthew Humphreys
BW

In ETPL 2026, Matthew Humphreys has already posted a single-match best of 174 fantasy points against a 48-point average — a boom-or-bust profile most teams will skip.

Suggested Fantasy XI

1WK4BAT3AR3BOWL7GC4BW
1Matthew Cross
2Jason Roy
3George Munsey
4Richie Berrington
5Liam LivingstoneC
6Oliver Davidson
7Paul van Meekeren
8Mark Adair
9Fred Klaassen
10Mark ChapmanVC
11Glenn Maxwell

Match Prediction

Belfast Wolves have the better recent record in this fixture (2–0), but Glasgow Cosmic will fancy their chances of turning it around.

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Overall Fantasy Strategy

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

Match Trivia

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This is their 3rd meeting in ETPL 2026.

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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 Glasgow Cosmic vs Belfast Wolves?

Belfast Wolves have the better recent record in this fixture (2–0), but Glasgow Cosmic will fancy their chances of turning it around.

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

Liam Livingstone is the top captain pick, with Mark Chapman 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. GC have played 6 matches here in ETPL 2026, averaging 148 and winning 1 of 6 with a best of 183. BW have played 4 matches here in ETPL 2026, averaging 130 and winning 3 of 4 with a best of 184.

When is GC vs BW?

GC vs BW is scheduled for September 4, 2026 at 8:30 PM IST, Sportpark Duivesteijn.

What is the head-to-head record between Glasgow Cosmic and Belfast Wolves?

BW lead 2–0 across their last 2 meetings.

How have Glasgow Cosmic and Belfast Wolves been performing recently?

Glasgow Cosmic have been inconsistent lately (1W in their last 5) — which version turns up is the question. Belfast Wolves are in strong recent T20 form (3W in their last 5) — confidence will be high.

Who is a good differential pick for GC vs BW?

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.

Are there any notable stats for GC vs BW?

This is their 3rd meeting in ETPL 2026. 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 GC vs BW?

A balanced XI built from both squads: Matthew Cross, Jason Roy, George Munsey, Richie Berrington, Liam Livingstone, Oliver Davidson, Paul van Meekeren, Mark Adair, Fred Klaassen, Mark Chapman, Glenn Maxwell. Adjust based on the confirmed playing XI closer to the toss.

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