The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 is heating up as Papua New Guinea (PNG) faces Uganda (UGA) in the ninth match of the tournament. Both teams are eager to make a mark, and this clash promises to be an exciting contest.
Match Preview:
The Guyana National Stadium will host the match between Papua New Guinea and Uganda. Assad Vala will lead the PNG side, while Brian Masaba will captain Uganda. Key players for PNG include Lega Siaka, Kiplin Doriga, and Sese Bau, while Uganda will rely on Simon Ssesazi, Riazat Ali Shah, and Alpesh Ramjani to deliver strong performances.
Match Details:
Match: Papua New Guinea vs Uganda, Match 9, ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
Date: June 6, 2024
Time: 05:00 AM IST
Venue: Guyana National Stadium, Guyana
PNG vs UGA: Important Player Stats (Top 5 Players)
Players
Avg Fantasy Points
Series Stats
Assad Vala (PNG)
93
21 Runs & 2 Wickets in 1 Innings
Sese Bau (PNG)
70
50 Runs in 1 Innings
Kiplin Doriga (PNG)
52
27 Runs in 1 Innings
Brian Masaba (UGA)
72
2 Wickets in 1 Innings
Cosmas Kyewuta (UGA)
58
2 Wickets in 1 Innings
PNG vs UGA Head-to-Head Record in T20Is
Total matches
PNG Won
UGA Won
Draw/No Result
Tied
1
1
0
0
0
Toss Factor:
Scenario: If Papua New Guinea win the toss
Papua New Guinea will likely field first. Bowlers like Assad Vala, Alei Nao, and John Kariko will be crucial for putting Uganda under early pressure. Sese Bau, Kiplin Doriga, and Assad Vala will be key in setting a respectable target.
Scenario: If Uganda win the toss
Uganda would prefer to bat first. Key players for batting will be Riazat Ali Shah, Alpesh Ramjani, and Ronak Patel. In bowling, Brian Masaba, Cosmas Kyewuta, and Alpesh Ramjani will be pivotal.
PNG vs UGA Top Captain and Vice-captain Picks:
Scenario: If Papua New Guinea Field First
Sese Bau (PNG): Sese Bau scored 50 runs in the first match with a strike rate of 116.28. His current form makes him a prime C/VC option.
Brian Masaba (UGA): Masaba picked up two wickets in the last match. His ability to lead with the ball makes him a strong C/VC choice.
Scenario: If Uganda Field First
Assad Vala (PNG): Vala’s all-round performance, with two wickets and 21 runs in the first match, makes him a top pick for the captain/vice-captain role.
Sese Bau (PNG): Bau’s consistent batting performance makes him a reliable C/VC option.
High Risk, High Rewards:
Kiplin Doriga (PNG): Doriga scored 22* runs in 18 balls in the last match but had an average performance in the warm-up games. His high strike rate makes him a risky but worthy choice.
Alpesh Ramjani (UGA): Ramjani is a key player for Uganda, contributing in both batting and bowling. He picked up one wicket in the last match.
Stay Aways:
Dinesh Nakrani (UGA): Nakrani scored only six runs in the last match and has had poor form in the warm-up games.
Tony Ura (PNG): Ura scored only two runs in the last match and has been out of form in recent games.
Papua New Guinea and Uganda Full Squads:
Papua New Guinea Full Squad
Uganda Full Squad
Alei Nao
Roger Mukasa
Assadollah Vala (c)
Brian Masaba (c)
Chad Soper
Cosmas Kyewuta
CJ Amini (vc)
Simon Ssesazi
Hila Vare
Dinesh Nakrani
Hiri Hiri
Fred Achelam
Jack Gardner
Kenneth Waiswa
John Kariko
Alpesh Ramjani
Kabua Vagi Morea
Frank Nsubuga
Kipling Doriga
Henry Ssenyondo
Lega Siaka
Bilal Hassan
Norman Vanua
Robinson Obuya
Sema Kamea
Riazat Ali Shah
Sese Bau
Juma Miyaji
Tony Ura
Ronak Patel
Providence Stadium, Guyana, Statistics:
Stats
Figures
Avg First Inning Score
124 Runs
Highest Score
194/5 (20 Ovs) By INDW vs NZW
Highest Chase
169/5 (18.2 Ovs) By WI vs BAN
Highest Score by Individual
100 by Mahela Jayawardena for SL vs ZIM
Most Wickets in a Match
4/26 by Jason Holder vs Pakistan
Match Prediction: PNG vs UGA T20 World Cup 2024 Match No. 9
Both teams are closely matched, having earned their spots via regional qualifiers. PNG, with a psychological advantage from their previous win against Uganda, may have a slight edge in this encounter.
Pitch Report: T20 World Cup 2024 Match No. 9
The surface at Providence Stadium in Guyana is slow, favoring bowlers. While the new ball will offer limited movement, the pitch’s two-paced nature benefits bowlers, especially spinners who can exploit the turn available.
Venue:
Venue
Details
Providence Stadium, Guyana
Location
Map Link
Seating Capacity
15,000
Short Boundary Distance
60 meters
Longest Boundary Distance
78 meters
Ends
Media Centre End, Pavillion End
Flood Lights
Yes
Probable Playing XI:
Papua New Guinea
Tony Ura
Assad Vala (c)
Lega Siaka
Sese Bau
Hiri Hiri
Chad Soper
Alei Nao
Kabua Morea
John Kariko
Charles Amini
Kiplin Doriga
Uganda
Riazat Ali Shah
Brian Masaba (c)
Ronak Patel
Simon Ssesazi
Alpesh Ramjani
Roger Mukasa
Henry Ssenyondo
Dinesh Nakrani
Cosmas Kyewuta
Juma Miyagi
Bilal Hassan
Dream11 Prediction: Fantasy Cricket Players to Pick
Captain and Vice-captain Choices
Captain
Vice-Captain
Assad Vala
Sese Bau
Dream11 Prediction Team
Keeper
Batsmen
All-rounders
Bowlers
S Sseesazi
R Ali Shah
Assad Vala (c)
Brian Masaba
Kiplin Doriga
Sese Bau (vc)
Alpesh Ramjani
John Kariko
Tony Ura
Charles Amini
Dinesh Nakarni
Batters To Watch (recent stats)
Player
Team
Matches
Runs
Average
Strike Rate
Sese Bau
PNG
9
245
35
124.36
Charles Amini
PNG
8
185
30.83
128.47
Roger Mukasa
UGA
10
308
34.22
118
Simon Ssesazi
UGA
10
262
29.11
143.16
Bowlers To Watch (recent stats)
Player
Team
Matches
Wickets
Economy
Strike Rate
Alei Nao
PNG
6
9
4.53
12.66
John Kariko
PNG
8
9
6.21
18.66
Henry Ssenyondo
UGA
10
20
5.33
9.9
Alpesh Ramjani
UGA
10
16
4.65
12.5
Papua New Guinea and Uganda both enter this match with confidence and are prepared to give their best. With the detailed analysis and insights provided, you can make an informed decision for your Dream11 team. May the best team win, and happy fantasy cricketing!
