New Zealand will look to end the tournament on a high as they face Papua New Guinea to be played in Antigua on 17th June.
New Zealand registered their first win of the tournament beating Uganda comfortably. They bowled them out for 40 and then chased them down easily. On the other hand, Papua New Guinea will look to end the tournament on a high as they lost their previous match by 7 wickets against Afghanistan.
Trent Boult will be playing his last T20 World Cup match today and will look to end on a winning note.
Match Details
Details– ICC T20 World Cup 2024, Match 39, New Zealand vs PNG
Venue– Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua and Barbuda.
Date and Time– 17th June, 8.00 PM IST
NZ vs PNG Head-to-Head Record
New Zealand will face Papua New Guinea for the first time in any format. Kane Williamson has lots of experience and is a heavy favourite to register a victory in this encounter.
Kiwis would look to end the tournament on a winning note with some lovely performances.
NZ vs PNG Pitch Report
New Zealand and PNG played their previous match at this venue. New Zealand registered a thumping win over Uganda. On the other hand, PNG suffered a 7-wicket loss to Afghanistan.
The pitch had some help for the bowlers which made stroke-making tough. The captain that wins the toss would likely field first, restrict the opponent, and chase down the target easily.
New Zealand (NZ) vs Papua New Guinea (PNG)- Predicted Playing XI
NZ
Devon Conway, Finn Allen, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, James Neesham, Mitchell Santer/Bracewell, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult.
PNG
Tony Ura, Asaad Vala (C), Lega Saika, Sese Bau, Hiri Hiri, Chad Soper, Kiplin Dogra, Norman Vanua, Alei Nao, John Kariko, Semo Kamea.
New Zealand vs Papua New Guinea- Fantasy Teams Selection
New Zealand vs Papua New Guinea Small League– Devon Conway, Tony Ura (VC), Rachin Ravindra (C), Sese Bau, Daryl Mitchell, Chad Soper, James Neesham, Norman Vanua, Tim Southee, Alei Nao, Lockie Ferguson.
New Zealand vs Papua New Guinea Grand League– Finn Allen, Asaad Vala (VC), Kane Williamson, Lega Saika, Glenn Phillips, Kiplin Dogra, Bracewell, John Kariko, Trent Boult (C), Semo Kamea, Ferguson.
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