BTN vs THAI, ICC Men's T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier B 2024
Preview: 25 November 2024, 10:30 GMT
West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Qatar
Match Preview
Bhutan and Thailand are set to face off in the 15th match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Asia Qualifier B 2024 at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium in Qatar. Bhutan will be desperate to break their losing streak, having lost all four games in the tournament so far. Thailand, on the other hand, has won two out of four games and will look to continue their winning momentum.
Team Previews
Bhutan
Bhutan's campaign has been disappointing so far, with four consecutive losses. The team's batting unit has failed to put runs on the board, and the bowling attack has struggled to contain the opposition. Thinley Jamtsho will need to lead from the front and turn the tide for his team. Suprit Pradhan and Tenjin Rabgey must provide a good start, while Namgay Thinley and Ranjung Mikyo Dorji need to add runs in the middle order. Jigme Singye and Gakul Ghalley will look to contribute in the lower middle order. On the bowling front, Tenzin Wangchuk and Suprit Pradhan must get early wickets, while Sonam Yeshey and Dawa Dawa need to keep the scoring rate under check.
Thailand
Thailand has had a mixed tournament so far, with two wins and two losses. Austin Lazarus will look to put the last game's defeat against the United Arab Emirates behind them and focus on the positives. Akshaykumar Yadav and Chaloemwong Chatphaisan must get their acts right at the top, while Lazarus will anchor the innings in the middle order. Yodsak Saranonnakkun and Satarut Rungrueang will look to add runs in the lower middle order. The bowling attack needs to improve, with Nitish Salekar and Nopphon Senamontree getting early wickets. Chanchai Pengku and Sorawat Desungnoen will look to keep the scoring rate under check.
Weather and Pitch Conditions
The weather is expected to be clear and warm in Doha, with the wicket being on the slower side. The average first-innings score at the venue is 145 runs, and the side batting first will look to post a competitive total.
Toss Prediction
The toss will be crucial, with the team winning the toss likely to bat first. In the first 11 games of the tournament, the side batting first has won seven times.
Prediction
Thailand has a good record against Bhutan, having won the last three games between the two teams. Bhutan's batting unit has failed to put runs on the board, and the team lacks experience at this level. Thailand, on the other hand, has more firepower in their batting department and a better bowling attack.
Thailand to win
Predicted Playing XIs:
Bhutan: Thinley Jamtsho (c), Suprit Pradhan, Tenjin Rabgey, Namgay Thinley, Ranjung Mikyo Dorji, Jigme Singye, Gakul Ghalley, Tenzin Wangchuk, Tshering Tashi (wk), Dawa Dawa, Sonam Yeshey
Thailand: Austin Lazarus (c), Akshaykumar Yadav (wk), Chaloemwong Chatphaisan, Yodsak Saranonnakkun, Satarut Rungrueang, Sorawat Desungnoen, Nitish Salekar, Chanchai Pengku, Nopphon Senamontree, Anucha Kalasi, Sarawut Maliwan
I’m going with Thailand to win this one 😊. Their batting unit, led by Austin Lazarus, has shown more promise, and their bowling attack is well-rounded. Bhutan’s struggles to post competitive totals will likely continue. The head-to-head record also favors Thailand. Given the slower pitch conditions, I expect Thailand’s spinners to play a crucial role in containing Bhutan’s batting. 🏏📊
In my experience, Thailand’s batting unit has the firepower to take on Bhutan’s struggling bowling attack. If you look at the statistics, Thailand has won the last three games between the two teams, and I think they’ll make it four in a row. Austin Lazarus will be the key player to watch out for, and I’m backing him to lead his team to victory. Thailand to win it comfortably! 🏏👍
In my experience, Bhutan’s batting woes are likely to continue, and Thailand’s firepower will be too much for them to handle. If you look at the statistics, Thailand has a clear edge in their head-to-head record against Bhutan. I’m backing Thailand to win this one comfortably. 💪🏽🏏 The key will be for Thailand’s bowlers to get early wickets and restrict Bhutan to a low total. 📊👍