Published on: Jun 15, 2024 7:47 pm IST|Updated on: Jun 15, 2024 7:49 pm IST
Australia (AUS) will face Scotland (SCO) in the 35th match of the T20 World Cup 2024 on June 16th (06:00 am IST) at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St Lucia.
Australia and Scotland will face off in a crucial encounter, with both teams still unbeaten in the T20 World Cup. However, the stakes are higher for Scotland as they find themselves in a must-win situation to keep their hopes of progressing to the Super 8 stage alive.
Australia has lived up to their billing so far, securing three consecutive victories. Their batting unit, led by the explosive David Warner and the consistent Travis Head, has been complemented by a potent bowling attack led by Pat Cummins and Adam Zampa.
On the other hand, Scotland has had a mixed campaign, securing two wins while their clash against England was abandoned due to rain. Despite their unbeaten run, the Scots find themselves in a precarious position, needing a victory against the mighty Australians to keep their hopes of progressing to the Super 8 stage alive.
The pitch at Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium is likely to be favorable for batting. However, there could be some swing available for the pacers. A score between 170 and 190 could be considered par at this venue. Opting to chase might be a wise decision, as the team batting second won 11 of the 18 T20 games played here.
The recent T20 matches played here have revealed a batting-friendly wicket.
Last T20I Results at the Venue:
WI: 199/8 (Pacers – 5w, Spinners – 3w)
AUS: 183/9 (Pacers – 6w, Spinners – 1w)
West Indies won by 16 runs.
AUS: 189/8 (Pacers – 2w, Spinners – 4w)
AUS: 185/6 (Pacers – 4w, Spinners – 2w)
Australia won by 4 runs.
Australia has played 9 games at this venue, winning 5 and losing 4.
AUS’s Highest Total: 191/10 vs Pakistan in 2010
AUS’s Lowest Total: 140/10 vs West Indies in 2021
Scotland has not played any T20I matches at this venue.
SCO’s Highest Total: n/a
SCO’s Lowest Total: n/a
Seating Capacity: 20000
Number of matches hosted: 18 T20Is, 37 ODIs, 10 Tests
Total Matches Played: 18 Home Team (WI) Won: 5 Visiting Team Won: 4 Neutral Side Won: 9 No Result: 3
Average 1st Innings Score: 160 Matches Won Batting 1st: 7 Matches Won Batting 2nd: 11
Highest Team Total: 199/8 by West Indies vs Australia in 2021 Lowest Team Total: 105/10 by West Indies vs Australia in 2010 Highest Run-chase: 197/7 (19.5) by Australia vs Pakistan in 2010
Highest Individual Score: Suresh Raina (IND) – 101 vs South Africa in 2010 Best Bowling Figures: Devendra Bishoo (WI) – 4/17 vs Pakistan in 2011 Most Runs: Lendl Simmons (WI) – 230 runs in 6 matches Most Wickets: Hayden Walsh (WI) – 12 wickets in 5 matches
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