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The West Indies will face Papua New Guinea (PNG) in the second game of the T20 World Cup. The match is scheduled to be played at the Providence Stadium in Guyana, starting at 8:00 PM IST on June 2nd.
West Indies Team Preview
Entering the T20 World Cup 2024 as one of the favorites, West Indies have been in excellent form. They secured a series win over South Africa and defeated Australia in a warm-up game. With a powerful batting lineup, West Indies often rely on individual brilliance to win matches, and they will look to continue their dominance in this tournament.
Key Players:
- Nicholas Pooran: Following a stunning IPL season, Pooran is expected to deliver big performances in the World Cup. His 75 off 25 balls against Australia highlights his explosive potential.
- Shai Hope: The technically sound Hope will play an anchor role, providing stability to the aggressive batting lineup.
- Andre Russell: Known for his all-round abilities, Russell’s performance in the IPL for KKR makes him a key player for West Indies.
West Indies Team Form:
- Recent form: W W W W W
Predicted Playing XI:
- Brandon King
- Johnson Charles
- Shai Hope
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Nicholas Pooran
- Rovman Powell (C)
- Andre Russell
- Jason Holder
- Akeal Hosein
- Gudakesh Motie
- Shamar Joseph
Papua New Guinea Team Preview
Playing in the T20 World Cup is a significant achievement for PNG. Although they face a tough challenge against West Indies, PNG will look to make the most of this opportunity. Key players like Tony Ura and Assad Vala will need to perform exceptionally to create an upset.
Key Players:
- Tony Ura: PNG’s leading run-scorer in T20Is, Ura will be crucial to their batting efforts.
- Assad Vala: Consistent and versatile, Vala will play a pivotal role with both bat and ball.
- Norman Vanua: PNG’s leading wicket-taker, Vanua will lead the bowling attack.
PNG Team Form:
- Recent form: L L L W W
Predicted Playing XI:
- Lega Siaka
- Tony Ura
- Assad Vala (c)
- Charles Amini
- Norman Vanua
- Sese Bau
- Kiplin Doriga (wk)
- Hiri Hiri
- Kabua Morea
- Alei Nao
- Chad Soper
Match Details and Prediction
- Date: June 2, 2024
- Time: 8:00 PM IST
- Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana
Live Streaming and TV Channels:
- TV Channels: Star Sports, PTV, Ten Sports, Willow TV, ESPN Caribbean, Sky Cricket, Sky Sport NZ, SuperSport.
- Live Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar, Myco, Tamasha, ESPN Play Caribbean, SkyGO, NOW TV, Prime Video, SuperSport.
Toss Prediction: Both teams will likely prefer to chase, given the wet weather conditions in Guyana. Rain interruptions could make the DLS method a factor, favoring teams batting second.
Pitch Report: The pitch at Providence Stadium is expected to offer something for both pacers and spinners, while batsmen can capitalize on a fast outfield and short boundaries.
Weather Report: There’s a 70% chance of rain with 80% humidity and wind speeds of 15 km/h, potentially affecting the match.
Top Team Batsmen:
- West Indies: Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran.
- Papua New Guinea: Tony Ura, Assad Vala, Charles Amini.
Top Team Bowlers:
- West Indies: Shamar Joseph, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein.
- Papua New Guinea: Norman Vanua, Charles Amini, Assad Vala.
Match Prediction
West Indies are clear favorites to win against PNG. The hosts’ powerful lineup and recent form make them a formidable force, and an upset by PNG seems unlikely. Expect West Indies to secure a dominant win, potentially scoring over 250 if they bat first.
Prediction: West Indies to beat Papua New Guinea
