In this article, we will analyze the Cricket Prediction for the Namibia vs Oman of the T20 WC for the 3rd Match on June 02. Can Namibia Triumph Over OMA? This Monday, cricket enthusiasts will witness the electrifying clash between Namibia and Oman in the 3rd T20 World Cup Match at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown.
Namibia clinched their spot in the T20 World Cup 2024 by winning the Africa Regional Qualifiers, dominating the campaign with six victories, including wins over Uganda and Zimbabwe.
Oman secured their third World Cup appearance with a thrilling Super Over win against Nepal in the 2023 Asia Qualifier Final, after dominating the qualifiers with five victories.
NAM vs. OMA Team Preview & Squads
Namibia
Namibia enters the tournament with a mixed track record, claiming victory in three T20Is while suffering defeat in two of their recent five matches.
J.P. Kotze emerges as a pivotal player to watch for Namibia, showcasing his prowess with the bat by accumulating 231 runs in his last 10 matches. Captain Gerhard Erasmus stands as another influential figure in the batting lineup, exhibiting impressive recent form with 145 runs in his last 5 matches
Erasmus also emerges as a formidable asset with the ball, having secured 8 wickets in just 4 recent matches. His exceptional economy rate of 4.4 runs per over and an outstanding strike rate of 11.25, averaging a wicket almost every other over, highlight his pivotal role in Namibia’s bowling attack.
Supporting the bowling department is Bernard Scholtz, who has proved instrumental by claiming 8 wickets in 6 matches, showcasing an impressive strike rate of 15.
The depth and effectiveness of Namibia’s bowling unit are poised to play a critical role in the team’s success in the upcoming matches.
Namibia Squads
Namibia Squads
Michael van Lingen, Nikolaas Davin, Jan Frylinck, Malan Kruger, JP Kotze, Zane Green (wk), David Wiese, Gerhard Erasmus (c), JJ Smit, Ruben Trumpelmann, Bernard Scholtz, Dylan Leicher, Ben Shikongo, Jack Brassell
Oman
Oman enters the tournament riding a wave of success, triumphing in four out of their last five matches. Their recent encounter with Namibia in a gripping five-match T20 series back in May resulted in a 3-2 victory for Namibia.
Aqib Ilyas and Naseem Khushi as they take center stage in this match. Ilyas has been on fire, amassing 299 runs in his previous 9 matches with an impressive average of 42.71 and a striking rate of 129.43. Meanwhile, Khushi has been equally formidable, racking up 298 runs at an average of 33.11 and a remarkable strike rate of 204.1 in his last 9 innings.
Ilyas isn’t just a threat with the bat; he’s also a formidable force on the bowling front. In his recent 9 matches, he’s bagged 17 wickets with a commendable economy of 6.03 and a strike rate of just 11.29.
Additionally, keep a close watch on Bilal Khan, another key bowler. With 10 wickets in his last 7 outings, he’s been instrumental in keeping the opposition’s run rate in check, boasting an economy of 8.36 and a strike rate of 15.
Oman Squads
Oman Squads
Kashyap Prajapati, Naseem Khushi (wk), Khalid Kail, Zeeshan Maqsood, Shoaib Khan, Ayaan Khan, Rafiullah, Mohammad Nadeem, Mehran Khan, Bilal Khan, Aqib Ilyas (c), Fayyaz Butt, Shakeel Ahmed, Kaleemullah, Pratik Athavale
Match Details
Match
Namibia vs. Oman, 2nd Match | Group B | T20 World Cup 2024
The average first innings score at Kensington Oval is 159, with the highest total being 224/5 by West Indies against England in 2022. They won by 20 runs. In this match, the team batting first should aim for 180-190 runs. The toss-winning team is expected to opt for batting first.
The game on Monday Expect mostly cloudy and humid weather conditions in Bridgetown.
Kensington Oval offers balanced pitches where batters enjoy good bounce and carry initially, enabling them to play shots freely. However, as the game progresses, the pitch slows down, providing spinners with opportunities to exploit variations.
NAM vs. OMA Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches
In the past five matches, Namibia emerged victorious in three encounters, while Oman secured wins in two matches.
According to cricket analysts, Namibiahas a 54.7% chance of winning.
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