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In what promises to be an enthralling encounter, Afghanistan (AFG) and Oman (OMN) are set to face off in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Warm-up Match 2024 at Queen’s Park Oval in Trinidad.
Scheduled for Wednesday, May 29, with a start time of 10:30 PM IST, cricket enthusiasts worldwide are eagerly anticipating this clash between two formidable teams.
The pitch at Queen’s Park Oval is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. With a track record of facilitating high-scoring matches, both teams will need to adapt quickly to the conditions. The last T20I match played at this venue saw a total of 251 runs scored, indicating that fans can expect an exciting contest.
Afghanistan vs Oman Playing 11
Afghanistan: Afghanistan enters the warm-up match riding high on confidence, having recently secured a 2-1 series victory against Ireland. Led by the dynamic Rashid Khan, Afghanistan is poised to showcase their prowess in this format.
With a strong batting lineup featuring talents like Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Mohammad Nabi, coupled with the bowling prowess of Rashid Khan and Mujeeb ur Rahman, Afghanistan poses a significant threat to any opponent.
Oman: On the other hand, Oman, led by Aqib Ilyas, enters the match fresh off a victory against Papua New Guinea in their previous warm-up encounter. Despite facing a formidable opponent in Afghanistan, Oman will look to rely on their balanced squad, comprising players like Kashyap Prajapati, Zeeshan Maqsood, and Bilal Khan, to put up a competitive fight.
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History favours Afghanistan in this matchup, with the team dominating their previous encounters against Oman. In their last head-to-head meeting, Afghanistan secured a convincing victory by 8 wickets. However, Oman is determined to turn the tables and make a statement ahead of the T20 World Cup.
As both teams gear up for the upcoming ICC tournament, this warm-up match presents an invaluable opportunity to fine-tune their strategies and assess their strengths and weaknesses.
With captains Rashid Khan and Aqib Ilyas leading from the front, expect an intense battle between bat and ball, with each team striving to gain momentum and confidence before the main event.
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Afghanistan: Rashid Khan (c), Mohammad Ishaq (wk), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Azmatullah Umarzai, Mohammad Nabi, Fareed Ahmed, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Naveen Ul Haq, Nangeyalia Kharoti, Mujeeb ur Rahman.
Oman: Kashyap Prajapati, Naseem Khushi (wk), Aqib Ilyas, Zeeshan Maqsood, Aqib Sulehri (c), Ayan Khan, Khalid Kail, Rafiullah, Shakeel Ahmed, Mehran Khan, Fayyaz Butt, Bilal Khan (12th man)
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The Afghanistan vs Oman ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Warm-up Match promises to be a riveting spectacle, showcasing the best of T20 cricket talent. Cricket enthusiasts are in for a treat as these two cricketing powerhouses lock horns in what is sure to be a thrilling encounter at Queen’s Park Oval.
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Story first published: Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 20:15 [IST]
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