West Indies will face Uganda in Match 18 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. The contest will take place at the Providence Stadium in Guyana.
The West Indies, two-time T20 World Cup champions, will enter this encounter on the back of a challenging victory in their campaign opener against Papua New Guinea. Despite their formidable reputation, the West Indies had to work hard to secure the win, Their experienced players like Nicholas Pooran will be crucial in leading the team as they aim to build momentum in the tournament.
Uganda had a tough start to their tournament, suffering a heavy 125-run defeat against Afghanistan at the Providence Stadium. However, they demonstrated resilience and determination by bouncing back with a memorable victory against Papua New Guinea in their subsequent match. This win has undoubtedly boosted their confidence and morale, setting the stage for an intriguing contest against the West Indies.
T20 World Cup 2024: WI vs UGA
Date and time: 12:30 am GMT (June 9)/ 8:30 pm Local (June 8)/ 06:00 am IST (June 9)
Venue: Providence Stadium, Guyana
Providence Stadium Pitch Report:
Providence Stadium in Guyana is renowned for its well-balanced pitch, offering opportunities for both batters and bowlers to excel. Fast bowlers gain an edge from the favourable atmospheric conditions, while spinners also find occasions to dominate. As the match unfolds, scoring becomes progressively harder, indicating that the pitch increasingly favors the bowlers over time.
WI vs UGA Dream11 Prediction Picks:
Wicketkeepers: Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran
Batters: Brandon King, Rovman Powell, Riazat Ali Shah
All-rounders: Andre Russell, Alpesh Ramjani, Brian Masaba,
Bowlers: Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Cosmas Kyewuta
WI vs UGA Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Johnson Charles (c), Andre Russell (vc)
Choice 2: Brandon King (c), Brian Masaba (vc)
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WI vs UGA Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Shamar Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Dinesh Nakrani, Fred Achelam
WI vs UGA Dream11 Team for today’s match (June 9, 12:30 am GMT):
West Indies vs Uganda (Image Source: Screenshot Dream11)
Squads:
West Indies: Rovman Powell (c), Alzarri Joseph, Johnson Charles, Roston Chase, Shimron Hetmyer, Obed McCoy, Shai Hope, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Gudakesh Motie, Nicholas Pooran, Andre Russell, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd
Uganda: Brian Masaba (c), Simon Ssesazi, Roger Mukasa, Cosmas Kyewuta, Dinesh Nakrani, Fred Achelam, Kenneth Waiswa, Alpesh Ramjani, Frank Nsubuga, Henry Ssenyondo, Bilal Hassun, Robinson Obuya, Riazat Ali Shah, Juma Miyaji, Ronak Patel. Travelling Reserves: Innocent Mwebaze, Ronald Lutaaya
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