NZ U19 vs AFG U19: New Zealand U19 will look ahead to continue their stunning form when they will take on Afghanistan U-19 in the 11th match of the ICC U-19 World Cup played at Buffalo Park in East London on Tuesday. In their previous clash, New Zealand registered a gleaming 64-run win over Nepal U19 thanks to gleaming performances from Snehith Reddy Mason Clarke and Oscar Jackson. Things are not that good for Afghanistan U19 as they are marching into this clash on the back of the 181-run defeat at the hands of Pakistan. They will try their best to bounce & register a victory in this clash.
NZ U19 vs AFG U19 TEAMS PREVIEW
New Zealand U19 Preview
The Kiwi batting lineup boasts formidable talents such as Snehith Reddy, Tom Jones, Luke Wilson, Oliver Tewatiya, and skipper Oscar Jackson. In their clash against Nepal U19, Snehith Reddy stole the show with a phenomenal innings, scoring an unbeaten 147 off 125 balls. Captain Oscar Jackson also played a crucial role, contributing 75 runs. The bowling department, led by Mason Clarke, Matt Rowe, Oscar Jackson, and Ewald Schreuder, has been effective in providing breakthroughs. Mason Clarke, in particular, stood out in the previous match, claiming three wickets for 25 runs.
Predicted Playing XI for New Zealand U19:
Luke Watson, Tom Jones, Snehith Reddy, Oliver Tewatiya, Oscar Jackson (c), Lachlan Stackpole, Zac Cumming, Alex Thompson (wk), Matt Rowe, Mason Clarke, Ewald Schreuder
Key Players from the Previous Game: Batsmen:
Snehith Reddy: 147 runs, 125 balls, 11 fours, 0 sixes, SR – 117.6
Oscar Jackson: 75 runs, 81 balls, 3 fours, 0 sixes, SR – 92.59
Tom Jones: 33 runs, 45 balls, 5 fours, 0 sixes, SR – 73.33
Bowlers:
Mason Clarke: 8.0 overs, 25 runs, 3 wickets, Econ – 3.12
Oscar Jackson: 7.0 overs, 25 runs, 2 wickets, Econ – 3.57
Ewald Schreuder: 10.0 overs, 54 runs, 2 wickets, Econ – 5.4
Afghanistan U19 Preview
Afghanistan U19’s batting unit, comprising wicket-keeper Numan Shah, Sohail Khan Zurmati, openers Wafiullah Tarakhil, Hassan Eisakhil, and Rahimullah Zurmati, aims to deliver a strong performance. In their previous game against Pakistan, Afghanistan struggled and was bundled out for just 103 runs. Numan Shah top-scored with 26 runs. The bowling responsibility rests on Khalil Ahmed, Allan Ghazanfar, Bashir Ahmad, Arab Gul Momand, and Naseer Khan Maroofkhil. In the opening match against Pakistan U-19, leg-spinner Khalil Ahmed impressed with a four-wicket haul.
Predicted Playing XI for Afghanistan U19:
Hassan Eisakhil, Wafiullah Tarakhil, Numan Shah (wk), Naseer Khan Maroofkhil (c), Sohail Khan Zurmati, Rahimullah Zurmati, Jamshid Zadran, Arab Gul Momand, Allah Ghazanfar, Khalil Ahmed, Bashir Ahmad
Key Players from the Previous Game: Batsmen:
Noman Shah: 26 runs, 31 balls, 2 fours, 0 sixes, SR – 83.87
Rahimullah Zurmati: 20 runs, 32 balls, 3 fours, 0 sixes, SR – 62.5
Sohail Khan: 20 runs, 26 balls, 2 fours, 0 sixes, SR – 76.92
Bowlers:
Khalil Ahmad: 10.0 overs, 51 runs, 4 wickets, Econ – 5.1
Bashir Ahmad: 10.0 overs, 52 runs, 2 wickets, Econ – 5.2
Allah Mohammad: 10.0 overs, 40 runs, 1 wicket, Econ – 4
Pitch and Weather Conditions:
The weather forecast for the match indicates overcast conditions, suggesting assistance for seamers with the new ball. The venue, Buffalo Park in East London, has witnessed scores of around 190 in recent matches. Both teams might prefer batting first to post a competitive total.
Toss: To Bat
Considering the recent trend at East London, winning the toss and opting to bat might be the preferred choice for both teams.
NZU19 vs AFGU19 Winning Prediction
New Zealand U-19 enters the match as firm favorites based on their recent performances. Snehith Reddy and Oscar Jackson, in splendid form with the bat, are expected to lead the charge for the Kiwis. The team management is hopeful that the squad can
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