Comprehensive Fantasy Cricket Dataset: Dream Team, Captains, and Vice-Captains

Welcome to this curated dataset designed for fantasy cricket enthusiasts and data scientists alike. Drawing on detailed match records from a variety of sources, this dataset has been meticulously cleaned and enhanced to provide a rich foundation for fantasy cricket analysis and dream team generation.

What's Included:

1. Match Details: Comprehensive information on all matches, including updated names for teams and stadiums.
2. Batting Data: Complete batting records, including runs, strike rates, and more.
3. Bowling Data: Detailed bowling statistics, including wickets, economy rates, and types of dismissals extracted from wicket descriptions.
4. Fielding Data: Fielding performances including catches, run-outs, and other contributions.
5. Fantasy Points Calculation: Each player’s performance has been translated into fantasy points based on a detailed scoring system that mirrors popular platforms like Dream11. This includes points for batting, bowling, and fielding.
6. Dream Teams with Captains and Vice-Captains: The dataset not only lists players but also identifies optimal dream teams for each match, including the captain and vice-captain selections, leveraging statistical analysis and fantasy scoring metrics.

Potential Uses:

• Fantasy Team Optimization: Ideal for users looking to craft the perfect fantasy lineup.
• Historical Analysis: Explore trends and performances across seasons.
• Statistical Modeling: A great resource for predictive modeling and machine learning, aimed at predicting player performances, match outcomes, or optimal team selections.

Dataset Format:

The data is organized into separate CSV files for easy access and manipulation:

• Match_details.csv for match specifics
• Batting_data.csv for batting details
• Bowling_data.csv for bowling figures
• Fielding_data.csv for fielding performances
• Final_Fantasy_data.csv for aggregated fantasy scores and team selections

Whether you're a data scientist, a fantasy cricket aficionado, or someone interested in sports analytics, this dataset provides a valuable toolkit for exploring the intricacies of cricket through a fantasy gaming lens.