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The 17th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier B pits Bahrain against a struggling Cambodia side. Bahrain, with two wins from four games, will be looking to secure a dominant victory to bolster their net run rate. Meanwhile, Cambodia remains winless in the tournament and will aim to salvage some pride.
In their only previous encounter, Bahrain defeated Cambodia convincingly by 7 wickets with nearly 7 overs to spare. Given Cambodia’s lack of form, Bahrain are the clear favorites to secure another big win.
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Bahrain Preview
Bahrain have experienced a mixed campaign in the qualifiers. They’ve alternated between wins and losses, showcasing moments of brilliance while also exposing vulnerabilities. Despite the inconsistency, Bahrain is undoubtedly a stronger team than Cambodia and will view this match as an opportunity to dominate.
In their last match against Bhutan, Bahrain showcased their ability to bounce back from early trouble. Captain Haider Ali (68) and Ahmer Bin Nasir (62) rescued the innings with a 95-run partnership, helping Bahrain post a challenging 175. The bowlers, led by Rizwan Butt and Imran Anwar, ensured a thumping 90-run victory.
- Key Players:
- Haider Ali: The skipper leads from the front with crucial knocks and has been the backbone of Bahrain’s batting.
- Rizwan Butt: His disciplined bowling adds potency to Bahrain’s attack.
- Ahmer Bin Nasir: A reliable middle-order batter and keeper who delivers in crunch moments.
Predicted Playing XI:
Imran Ali Butt, Asif Ali, Imran Anwar, Sohail Ahmed, Fiaz Ahmed, Haider Ali (c), Ahmer Bin Nasir (wk), Rizwan Butt, Ali Dawood, Imran Khan, Abdul Majid
Cambodia Preview
Cambodia’s woes continue as they remain winless in the tournament, extending their streak to nine consecutive T20I defeats. Their performances have been lackluster, with frequent batting collapses and ineffective bowling spells.
While they posted a respectable 161 in their last match against Saudi Arabia, their bowling attack failed to defend the target, conceding the chase with 28 balls to spare. Lakshit Gupta has been the lone bright spot with his 49-run knock against Qatar, while bowlers like Sahaj Chadha and Nived Gireesh have shown flashes of promise. However, Cambodia’s lack of consistency and depth makes it difficult to see them troubling Bahrain.
- Key Players:
- Lakshit Gupta: The only batter showing resolve in an otherwise fragile batting lineup.
- Sahaj Chadha: A dependable bowler who provides breakthroughs.
- Nived Gireesh: An all-rounder capable of contributing in both departments.
Predicted Playing XI:
Uday Hathinjar (wk), Lakshit Gupta, Luqman Butt, Etienne Beukes, Sahaj Chadha, Salvin Stanly, Utkarsh Jain, Shah Abrar Hussain, Gulam Murtaza (c), Phon Bunthean, Nived Gireesh
Pitch and Weather Conditions
Pitch Report
The pitch at the University of Doha for Science and Technology favors teams batting first, with five of the last seven T20Is being won by teams setting a target. Batters can find value for their strokes, but bowlers who hit the right areas can extract some assistance. A first-innings total of 150+ is considered competitive.
Weather Forecast
The conditions will be warm and sunny, with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 30°C. No rain is expected, ensuring an uninterrupted game.
Toss Prediction
Teams batting first have had the upper hand at this venue. Both captains will likely opt to bat first to take advantage of the favorable conditions for posting a challenging total.
Winning Prediction
Bahrain have shown flashes of brilliance throughout the tournament, while Cambodia have struggled to find form. With a stronger batting lineup and a reliable bowling unit, Bahrain are well-positioned to dominate this contest.
Prediction: Bahrain to defeat Cambodia convincingly.
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