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The 14th warm-up match of the T20 World Cup 2024 pits Scotland against Afghanistan. Here’s a breakdown:
Match Details:
- Date: May 31, 2024
- Time: 8:00 PM IST
- Venue: Queen’s Park Oval, Port of Spain, Trinidad
Looking for a First Win
Both teams are seeking their first win in the warm-up matches. Scotland’s previous encounter was washed out while Afghanistan fell short in a low-scoring encounter.
Scotland’s Bowling Strength
Scotland displayed impressive bowling in their first warm-up, showcasing youngsters like Jack Jarvis. Their batting, featuring George Munsey and Richie Berrington, needs to capitalize on a good start.
Afghanistan’s Batting Powerhouse
Afghanistan boasts a strong batting lineup with explosive openers Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran. Their bowling attack, spearheaded by Rashid Khan and Naveen-ul-Haq, can be equally destructive.
High-Scoring Pitch Expected
The pitch at Queen’s Park Oval is known for favoring batters. Expect a high-scoring encounter with the team winning the toss likely to choose batting first.
Prediction:
Despite Scotland’s bowling potential, Afghanistan’s overall batting depth and experience with spin bowling give them a clear edge. Afghanistan is the favorite to win, but Scotland can’t be entirely ruled out, especially with a good batting display.
