Build smarter teams with real cricket strategy. Make every selection count.
1. Understand the Pitch Conditions
Pitch type greatly affects player performance. Always consider the surface before picking your XI:
Batting Pitch: Choose top-order aggressive batsmen and power hitters.
Bowling Pitch: Prioritize swing or seam bowlers with early breakthroughs.
Slow/Turning Pitch: Include more spinners and anchor-type batsmen who play spin well.
2. Analyze Player Form
Pick players who are currently in form, not just based on popularity. Review their past few matches, strike rate, and consistency to make informed choices.
3. Balance Player Roles Wisely
A successful team has a strong mix of player types. Here’s what to keep in mind:
Batsmen: Openers often score the most; middle-order are risky but may hit big.
Bowlers: Focus on strike bowlers who bowl at death or in powerplays.
Allrounders: Always valuable — they earn points in both batting and bowling.
Wicketkeepers: Get points from catches, stumpings, and batting — pick those who bat in top order.
4. Consider Match Format
The scoring rules differ for T20, ODI, and Test matches. Learn the format-specific scoring from our detailed breakdowns:
Don’t just pick famous players. Choose those who suit the conditions, format, and have impact potential based on match situations. Strategy beats hype.
6. Captain and Vice-Captain Matter
Your captain earns 2x points, and vice-captain earns 1.5x. Pick players you expect to perform consistently throughout the match — ideally allrounders or top-order stars.
7. Explore How to Play
New to the game? Learn how to build teams, how matches work, and how scoring is structured.