NZ vs AFG Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Player Stats & Injury Updates For Match 14 of T20 World Cup 2024
Afghanistan came into the match with a win in their previous match whereas New Zealand will play their first T20 World Cup 2024 match
New Zealand is gearing up to face off against Afghanistan in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 on Friday, June 7th in Guyana. It’s going to be New Zealand’s first match in the ongoing tournament, while Afghanistan is coming into this game fresh off a big win against Uganda. This article will cover match details, pitch report, playing XI, player stats, Dream11 predictions and fantasy cricket tips for the NZ vs AFG match.
Match Preview
Led by the experienced Kane Williamson, New Zealand is eager to finally get their hands on the T20 World Cup trophy. Their recent performance has been a bit up and down. They decided not to play any practice matches and haven’t had a T20I game since April.
For New Zealand to start strong, they’ll be relying on openers Finn Allen and Devon Conway, who’s making a comeback from an injury. They need these guys to kick things off well. And let’s not forget about Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, and the experienced bowling attack with Tim Southee, Trent Boult, and Lockie Ferguson. They all need to bring their A-game.
On the other hand, Afghanistan is coming into this match with a lot of confidence after a convincing 125-run victory over the newbies, Uganda. Their bowling attack, led by the impressive Fazalhaq Farooqi, who took five wickets against Uganda, looks sharp.
Afghanistan’s openers, Ibrahim Zadran and Rahmanullah Gurbaz, set a strong foundation with their fifties in the previous match. If they can keep up that momentum against the seasoned New Zealand side, they might just cause an upset.
Although New Zealand has more experience on paper, we can’t underestimate Afghanistan’s recent win and their high spirits. The pitch conditions in Guyana will play a big role, and both teams will have to adapt accordingly. This match is shaping up to be a close one, and the team that executes their plans better will have a good shot at victory.
Match Details
| Match: | New Zealand vs Afghanistan, Match 14 |
| Date: | Saturday, June 8, 2024 |
| Time: | 5:00 AM (IST) |
| Venue: | Providence Stadium, Guyana |
| Live Streaming: | Hotstar |
| Live Broadcast: | Star Sports Network |
Probable Playing XI
New Zealand
Finn Allen, Devon Conway (WK), Kane Williamson (C), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Philipps, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner, Trent Boult, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Ish Sodhi/James Neesham.
Afghanistan
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Ibrahim Zadran, Najibullah Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan (C), Karim Janat, Mujeeb-ur-Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi.
Pitch Report
The pitch in Guyana typically favours the team bowling first, with conditions historically improving for batting as the game progresses. Fast bowlers will benefit from good carry with the new ball, and variations in pace can be effective in the later stages of the innings. Anything around 140-150 will be the challenging total here.
NZ vs AFG Head-to-Head in T20Is
- New Zealand: 1
- Afghanistan: 0
Player Stats of New Zealand & Afghanistan In T20 World Cup 2024
Most Runs
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz | 76 Runs |
| Ibrahim Zadran | 70 Runs |
| Mohammad Nabi | 14 Runs |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | 5 Runs |
| Gulbadin Naib | 4 Runs |
Most Wickets
| Player | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Fazalhaq Farooqi | 5 Wickets |
| Naveen ul Haq | 2 Wickets |
| Rashid Khan | 2 Wickets |
| Mujeeb Ur Rahman | 1 Wicket |
Note: The above stats are of the Afghanistan Cricket Team only as this is New Zealand’s first appearance in the T20 World Cup 2024.
NZ vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Dream Team
- Wicket-Keeper: Devon Conway, Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Batters: Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Ibrahim Zadran
- All-Rounders: Mohammad Nabi, Mitchell Santner, Azmatullah Omarzai
- Bowlers: Trent Boult, Rashid Khan, Naveen-ul-Haq
- Captain: Rahmanullah Gurbaz
- Vice-Captain: Trent Boult
NZ vs AFG Match Prediction
Who Will Win Today’s Match?
New Zealand is expected to win this match.
Disclaimer: The composition of this fantasy team is built upon the author’s understanding, analysis, and intuition, this team is offered as a reference for your fantasy game selection and serves as an example. Keep the mentioned points in mind when forming your fantasy team and exercise your own judgment.
