The Max Sixty League in the Cayman Islands is gaining momentum with each match. Match number seven of the tournament will see the Miami Lions and Grand Cayman Jaguars face off at the Jimmy Powell Oval on August 19 at 11:00 AM local time.
The Lions are yet to open their account in the event, having lost three matches on the trot. In their previous game, the Miami side suffered a 38-run defeat at the hands of the Caribbean Giants. After opting to bowl first, Ravi Bopara’s side leaked runs at regular intervals, allowing the Giants to post a hefty 138 runs in 10 overs. In response, Corey Anderson fought valiantly, scoring a rapid 43 runs off 19 balls, but the Lions could only muster 100 runs in the allotted overs. They are currently reeling at the bottom of the points table.
On the other hand, the Jaguars have lost one game, and their previous match was abandoned due to rain. With one point from two games, the Cayman side sits penultimate on the points table. 
Ahead of this contest, let us go through the match prediction, pitch report, and top players.
Jimmy Powell Oval, Caribbean Pitch Report
The pitch at Jimmy Powell Oval has favored the batters in most of the games in the Max Sixty League. Pacers like Andrew Tye, who utilize variations, have excelled on this surface. The team batting first has won four out of five completed games at this venue, so the toss-winning skipper might opt to bat first.
GCJ vs ML Squads
Grand Cayman Jaguars Squad in Max Sixty League: Sikandar Raza (icon player), Alex Hales, Robin Uthappa, Josh Little, Ben Dunk, Mitchell McClenaghan, Jake Lintott, Saif Zaib, Ross Whiteley, Sajid Ahmadzai, Logan van Beek, Dipendra Airee, Mark Watt, Ramoon Sealy, Sam Foster, Patrick Heron
Miami Lions Squad in Max Sixty League: Ravi Bopara (icon), Corey Anderson, Joe Burns, Nikhil Chaudhary, Jack Prestwidge, Chadwick Walton, Jonathan Carter, Gerhard Erasmus, Rohit Paudel, Unmukt Chand, Conroy Wright, Mark Taylor, Mohan Manivannan, Asghar Afghan
GCJ vs ML Top Players Predictions
Corey Anderson (ML): After a lackluster start to the Max Sixty League, the veteran all-rounder regained his rhythm in the Lions’ third game. Anderson blasted 43 runs off just 19 balls against the Caribbean Giants and picked up two wickets, but his valiant effort was in vain as his side ended up on the losing side. The 33-year-old will aim to continue his impressive form and help his side secure their first win in the Max Sixty League.
Unmukt Chand (ML): The India-born player hasn’t lived up to expectations in the Max Sixty League, except in the Lions’ first game. He hammered a rapid 20 runs off just 10 balls in the inaugural match but was out for a golden duck in the latest game. However, the right-hander has experience playing in various franchise leagues and is likely to regain his form as the event progresses.
Joshua Little (GCJ): The Irish pacer is an experienced campaigner for the Jaguars, typically operating with the new ball. The left-arm pacer has taken three wickets in two innings so far in the Max Sixty League and will play a crucial role with the ball for the Cayman side.
GCJ vs ML Players To Watch Out For
- Gerhard Erasmus: All-rounder
- Ravi Bopara: All-rounder
- Ben Dunk: Top-order batter
GCJ vs ML Match Predictions
The openers from both teams have underperformed so far in the Max Sixty League, and both the Miami Lions and Grand Cayman Jaguars are likely to lose their first wicket under 17.5 (1.85) and 20.5 runs (1.85), respectively. Additionally, the total wickets in the match might surpass 13.5 (1.85). The Odds.
GCJ vs ML Winner Prediction
Both sides have yet to open their accounts in the Max Sixty League and will be eager to secure two crucial points in this contest, setting the stage for an engrossing battle. However, the team batting first is more likely to excel in this match.
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