MATCH NO – 36th Match
SERIES – T20 World Cup – 2024
DATE – 17th June, 2024
TIME – 8:00 PM IST
VENUE – Brian Lara Stadium, Trinidad
INTRODUCTION
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is set to take place from June 1 to June 30, 2024. The tournament will be co-hosted by the United States and the West Indies, featuring matches across various venues in both regions. This edition of the T20 World Cup will see 20 teams competing, divided into four groups for the initial stage.
Groups and Teams
- Group A: USA, India, Pakistan, Ireland, and Canada.
- Group B: England, Australia, Namibia, Scotland, and Oman.
- Group C: West Indies, New Zealand, Afghanistan, Uganda, and Papua New Guinea.
- Group D: South Africa, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Netherlands, and Nepal.
MATCH PREVIEW
39th match of the T20 World Cup will be played between Papua New Guinea vs one of the most consistent team of world cricket New Zealand. This is the first match played between both teams.Both teams boast of strong batting & bowling attacks but India’s team looks more balanced and strong, so the battle between the batsmen and bowlers will be crucial in deciding the outcome of the match.
Considering the form and capabilities of both teams, this match has the potential to be a cone sided contest. It will be interesting to see how the teams strategize and adapt to the conditions. Fans can again expect a one sided context match between New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.
PITCH REPORT
Brian Lara Stadium, also known as the Brian Lara Cricket Academy, is a prominent cricket stadium located in Tarouba, Trinidad and Tobago. It was named after Brian Lara, one of the greatest cricketers from the West Indies and a native of Trinidad.
The stadium was officially opened in 2017 and has since become a significant venue for both domestic and international cricket matches. It boasts modern facilities and can accommodate around 15,000 spectators. The stadium has hosted various cricket tournaments and matches, including the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and international matches involving the West Indies cricket team.
Brian Lara Stadium is not only a sports venue but also stands as a tribute to the cricketing legacy of Brian Lara himself, who is widely regarded as one of the finest batsmen in the history of the sport. His influence and achievements have made the stadium a focal point for cricket enthusiasts in the Caribbean and beyond.
Brian Lara Stadium can vary depending on recent matches and maintenance. Generally, the pitch at Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad and Tobago is known to be favourable to batsmen. It typically offers good pace and bounce, which can assist stroke play and encourage high-scoring matches.
GROUND STATS (T20I)
| TOTAL MATCH | 07 |
| AVERAGE SCORE | 145+ |
| BATTING 1ST WON | 04 |
| BATTING 2ND WON | 03 |
| NO RESULT | 00 |
SCORING PATTERN
| BELOW SCORE 150 | 05 |
| BETWEEN 150 TO 169 | 00 |
| BETWEEN 170 TO 189 | 00 |
| ABOVE SCORE 190 | 02 |
BOWLERS STATS ON BRIAN LARA STADIUM (T20I)
TOTAL MATCHES PLAYED – 07
PACER WICKETS – 60
SPINNER WICKETS – 33.
NZ TEAM NEWS, SQUADS, PLAYING 11 & PLAYERS STATS
TEAM NEWS
- One of the most consistent teams in recent cricket, New Zealand team performed very poorly in this T20 World Cup and Eliminated from the League stage.
- This match is the first match between New Zealand & Papua New Guinea.
- Finn Allen has scored 35 runs in 3 innings in this world cup.
- Devon Conway has scored 35 runs in 3 innings in this world cup.
- Glenn Phillips has scored 58 runs in 2 innings in this world cup.
- Rachin Ravindra has scored 12 runs and taken 2 wickets in 2 innings in this world cup.
- Mitchell Santner has taken 3 wickets in 3 innings in this world cup.
- Tim Southee has taken 5 wickets in 2 innings in this world cup.
- Trent Boult has taken 7 wickets in 3 innings in this world cup.
- Lockie Ferguson has taken 4 wickets in 3 innings in this world cup.
- In the last T20 match New Zealand team successfully chased a very low total of 40 runs and won the match by 9 wickets against Uganda.
- Devon Coanway Scored 22 runs in the previous match against Uganda.
- Tim Southee took 3 wickets and Mitchel Santner, Trent Boult & Rachin Ravindra took 2-2 wickets each and Lockie Fergusion took 1 wicket in the previous match against Uganda.
- Both teams have not played any T20 matches yet. This will be the first match who will play between New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.
SQUADS
Batting – Kane Williamson ©, Finn Allen (wk), Mark Chapman, Glenn Phillips, Devon Conway (wk).
Bowling – Trent Boult, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson, Ish Sodhi, Matt Henry.
All Rounder – Michael Bracewell, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner.
POSSIBLE PLAYING 11
Devon Conway (wk), Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson ©, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Trent Boult, Lockie Ferguson.
NZ – PLAYER STATS:
1. DEVON CONWAY(WK) – LHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 22r, 5r, 8r, 0r, 63r. |
| Stats on venue | 2 INNINGS – 27 RUNS. |
| 5 Innings Against vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
2. FINN ALLEN – RHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 9r, 26r, 0r, 13r, 6r. |
| Stats on venue | 2 INNINGS – 35 RUNS. |
| 5 Innings Against vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
3. RACHIN RAVINDRA – LHB+LAO
| Recent 5 Innings | 1+2W, 10r, 61r, 27r, 1r. |
| Stats on venue | 2 INNINGS – 11 RUNS – 2W. |
| 5 Innings Against vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
4. KANE WILLIAMSON © – RHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 1r, 9r, 1r, 26r, 51r. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 1 RUN. |
| 5 Innings Against vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
5. DARYL MITCHELL – RHB+RAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 12+0W, 5+0W, 4r, 22r, 63r. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 12 RUNS – 0W. |
| 5 Innings Against vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
6. GLENN PHILLIPS – RHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 40r, 18r, 16r, 2r, 17r. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 40 RUNS. |
| 5 Innings Against vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
7. JAMES NEESHAM – LHB+RAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 10+1W, 16+1W, 11+1W, 6r, 1r. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 10 RUNS – 1W. |
| 5 Innings Against vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
8. MITCHELL SANTNER – LHB+LAO
| Recent 5 Innings | 2W, 21+1W, 0W, 1W, 0W. |
| Stats on venue | 2 INNINGS – 21 RUNS – 1W. |
| 5 Innings Against vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
9. TIM SOUTHEE – RAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 3W, 2W, 1W, 0W, 1W. |
| Stats on venue | 2 INNINGS – 5 WICKETS. |
| 5 Innings Against vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
10. LOCKIE FERGUSON – RAF
| Recent 5 Innings | 1W, 2W, 1W, 1W, 1W. |
| Stats on venue | 2 INNINGS – 3 WICKETS. |
| 5 Innings Against vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
11. TRENT BOULT – LAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 2W, 3W, 2W, 3W, 1W. |
| Stats on venue | 2 INNINGS – 5 WICKETS. |
| 5 Innings Against vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs PNG | NOT PLAYED YET. |
PNG TEAM NEWS, SQUADS, PLAYING 11 & PLAYERS STATS
TEAM NEWS
- Papua New Guinea is the new emerging team and this is the first World cup and they will learn many things to improve their cricket in future.
- This match is the first match between India & Papua New Guinea.
- Assad Vala has scored 24 runs in 3 innings in this world cup.
- Sese Bau has scored 55 runs in 3 innings in this world cup.
- Kiplin Doriga has scored 66 runs in 3 innings in this world cup.
- Norman Vanua has taken 3 wickets in 2 innings in this world cup.
- Alei Nao has taken 4 wickets in 3 innings in this world cup.
- Semo Kamea has taken 1 wicket in 1 inning in this world cup.
- In the last T20 match Papua New Guinea team failed to defend a low total of 95 runs and lost the match by 7 wickets against Afghanistan.
- Joplin Doriga Scored 27 runs, Tony Ura scored 11 runs & Alei Nao scored 13 runs in the previous match against Afghanistan.
- Alei Nao, Semo Kamea and Norman Vanua took 1-1 wickets each in the previous match against Afghanistan.
- Both teams have not played any T20 matches yet. This will be the first match who will play between New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.
SQUADS
Batting – Hiri, Hiri, Jack Gardne, Lega Saika, Tony Ura (wk), KIplin Dorgia (wk), Hila Vare.
Bowling – Alei Nao, Chad Soper, John Kariko, Kabua Morea, Norman Vanua, Semo Kamea.
All Rounder – Assad Vala ©, Charles Amini, Sese Bau.
POSSIBLE PLAYING 11
Tony Ura, Asad Vala ©, Lega Saika, Sese Bau, Hiri Hiri, Chad Soper, Kiplin Doriga (wk), Norman Vanua, Alei Nao, John Kariko, Semo Kamea.
PNG – PLAYER STATS
1. TONY URA – RHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 11r, 1r, 2r, 1r, 8r. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 11 RUNS. |
| 5 Innings Against vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
2. ASSAD VALA © – LHB+RAO
| Recent 5 Innings | 3r, 0+1W, 21+2W, 10+2W, 14r. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 3 RUNS. |
| 5 Innings Against vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
3. LEGE SIAKA – RHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 0r, 12r, 1r, 19r, 28r. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 0 RUN. |
| 5 Innings Against vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
4. SESE BAU – LHB+RAO
| Recent 5 Innings | 0r, 5r, 50+0W, 29r, 18r. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 0 RUN. |
| 5 Innings Against vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
5. HIRI HIRI – RHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 1r, 15r, 2r, 3r, 24r. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 1 RUN. |
| 5 Innings Against vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
6. CHAD SOPER – RHB+RAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 9+0W, 1W, 10+1W, 0W, 0W. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 9 RUNS – 0W. |
| 5 Innings Against vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
7. KIPLIN DORIGA (WK) – RHB
| Recent 5 Innings | 27r, 12r, 27r, 14r, 8r. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 27 RUNS. |
| 5 Innings Against vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
8. NORMAN CANUA – RAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 1W, 2W, 1W, 0W, 2W. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 1 WICKET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
9. ALEI NAO – RAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 1W, 2W, 1W, 2W, 2W. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 1 WICKET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
10. JOHN KARIKO – RAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 0W, 0W, 1W, 0W, 0W. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 0 WICKET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
11. SEMO KAMEA- LAMF
| Recent 5 Innings | 1W, 0W, 1W, 0W, 2W. |
| Stats on venue | 1 INNING – 1 WICKET. |
| 5 Innings Against vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
| Total Stats vs NZ | NOT PLAYED YET. |
HEAD TO HEAD RECORDS
TOTAL MATCHES PLAYED – 00
- NZ WIN – 00
- PNG WIN – 00
- NO RESULT – 00.
FANTASY TEAM/DREAM 11 TEAM
DREAM11 TEAM WILL COME WHEN TEAM WILL AVAILIBLE ON FANTASY APP.
POSSIBLE OUTCOME –
NEW ZEALAND MAY BE THE WINNER OF THIS MATCH.