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The first T20I of the series between USA and Bangladesh is set to take place at the Prairie View Cricket Complex in Houston. This historic match marks the first time the USA will face Bangladesh in a T20 International, providing an exciting opportunity for both teams to prepare for the upcoming T20 World Cup.
Pitch Report
The Prairie View Cricket Complex is expected to offer a balanced pitch where the ball comes onto the bat nicely. Batsmen should enjoy the conditions, but there might also be some uneven bounce and turn for the spinners, making it a challenging surface for both batting and bowling.
Team Previews
USA Team News & Playing XI
Team News
With the T20 World Cup just around the corner, the USA will use this series to ensure their players are fit and ready for the tournament. This match will be their first-ever T20I against Bangladesh, adding extra significance to the encounter.
Batting
- Monank Patel (c, wk): The skipper and wicketkeeper will be crucial in anchoring the USA’s batting lineup.
- Steven Taylor: A key wicket for Bangladesh, Taylor has been in superb form, averaging 49.71 in his last eight T20Is.
Bowling
- Saurabh Netravalkar: The experienced left-arm fast-medium bowler will lead the USA’s attack.
- Nisarg Patel: The all-rounder’s slow left-arm orthodox bowling is expected to exploit the pitch conditions effectively.
Recent Form
USA enter this match following a dominant performance in a five-match T20I series against Canada, which they won 4-0.
Predicted Playing XI
Steven Taylor, Monank Patel (c, wk), Andries Gous, Aaron Jones, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Milind Kumar, Nisarg Patel, Jessy Singh, Nosthush Kenjige, Saurabh Netravalkar, Harmeet Singh
Bangladesh Team News & Playing XI
Team News
Bangladesh are looking to continue their excellent form from a 4-1 series win against Zimbabwe. Despite the absence of vice-captain Taskin Ahmed due to injury, they remain a strong side with plenty of depth and experience.
Batting
- Tanzid Hasan: The opener is in excellent form, having been the leading run-scorer in the series against Zimbabwe.
- Litton Das (wk): Provides stability and experience at the top of the order.
Bowling
- Mustafizur Rahman: The left-arm pacer has been in great form and will be crucial in the absence of Taskin Ahmed.
- Shoriful Islam: Another left-arm pacer who adds variety and potency to the bowling attack.
Recent Form
Bangladesh were defeated by Zimbabwe in their last T20I, but they won the four previous games in the series, showcasing their strength and consistency.
Predicted Playing XI
Tanzid Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Litton Das (wk), Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Shakib Al Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Mahmudullah, Mahedi Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanvir Islam, Shoriful Islam
Match Prediction
The excitement for the T20 World Cup is palpable, and this series is expected to draw a good crowd at the Prairie View Cricket Complex. While the USA has shown promising development and possesses some talented players, Bangladesh’s experience and high-level international expertise give them the edge.
Final Verdict: Bangladesh Will Win
We predict a victory for Bangladesh in the first T20I. Their blend of experience, skill, and form makes them the favorites to win against a developing USA side.
