Published on: Sep 13, 2021 1:07 pm IST|Updated on: Sep 13, 2021 2:01 pm IST
KEN vs NIG Dream11 Prediction: The sixth match of the Uganda T20I Tri Series is scheduled to be played between Kenya and Nigeria on 13 September at the Entebbe Cricket Oval in Entebbe. This will be the second straight match between these two teams in a single day of the tri-nation series. It is a good opportunity for both these teams to showcase their skills at the international level
Kenya’s first match in this ongoing tri-series got abandoned due to persistent rain. However, the Kenya side then went on to register back-to-back wins against Uganda and Nigeria in their next two matches. On the other hand, Nigeria have suffered two disappointing losses against Kenya and Uganda so far in this Uganda T20I tri-series. They will be desperately hoping to improve their performance.
This will be the sixth match in the exciting Uganda T20I tri-series. All the matches of this ongoing tri-nation series have been contested at the same venue which is the Entebbe Cricket Oval in Entebbe. Thus, there are chances of the track getting slowed down which could force another low-scoring encounter. Kenya have two wins this season while Nigeria are yet to open their winning account.
Fixture Name: Match 6, Kenya vs Nigeria
Competition: Uganda T20I Tri-Series
Date: 13 September
Time: 4:30 PM IST
Ground: Entebbe Cricket Oval, Entebbe
Pitch Report: The surface at the Entebbe Cricket Oval had enough help for the bowlers in the last few matches of the tri-series and things were difficult for batsmen. The spinners also got some consistent assistance from the pitch and conditions are expected to be the same for this game as well. Thus, bowling first will be a safe option.
While considering the performances of the Kenya players in this tri-series so far, it will be a favourable move to include more cricketers from their side in this fantasy team. It will also be important to pick a mixed combination of batsmen and bowlers to increase the chances of winning big amount of cash. Taking more of Nigeria players should be avoided for this match.
WICKET-KEEPERS: Irfan Karim BATSMEN: Alex Obanda, Gurdeep Singh, Prosper Useni, Rushab Patel ALL-ROUNDERS: Shem Ngoche, Vincent Adewoye BOWLERS: Nelson Odhiambo, Peter Aho, Mustapha Yussuf, Nehemiah Odhiambo
Kenya will definitely have the upper hand in this match after registering two brilliant wins in their last two games in this Uganda T20I tri-series. They will be hoping to continue their unbeaten run further in the tri-nation series. On the other hand, Nigeria will be eyeing to put up an improved show to pick their first win this series.
Kenya’s performance in the batting department has been really impressive scoring more than 150 runs in the first match and winning the second by 8 wickets and as many overs to spare. For Kenya, Irfan Karim has been the top performer smashing 67 runs against Uganda. In the bowling department, Nehemiah Odhiambo picked up three crucial wickets in the opening game.
For Kenya, Gurdeep Singh has performed impressively well both with the bat and ball in the first two matches of the tri-nation series. Gurdeep scored 44 runs off 35 balls and also picked up two wickets with the ball conceding 16 runs in his four overs against Nigeria in their first meeting. He also smashed 27 runs as an opener in the match against Uganda and was economical with the ball as well.
Kenya’s wicket-keeper batsman Irfan Karim smashed a crucial innings of 67 runs off 54 balls that included 6 fours and 1 six. Irfan also has an amazing record at the international level in the shortest format of the game. He has scored a total of three half-centuries in T20I cricket. The 28-year-old will be a key player to watch out for in this game due to his sensational abilities with the bat.
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Injury Update, Unavailability
Expected Team Changes
KEN Playing 11 (likely) Rushab Patel Alex Obanda Dominic Wesonga Shem Ngoche Gurdeep Singh Vraj Patel Zahid Abbas Irfan Karim Nelson Odhiambo Elijah Otieno Eugene Maneno
For Nigeria, Prosper Useni has been consistently amongst the wickets in the last two matches. Prosper Useni Stats in T20Is – 2 wickets in 2 matches at an economy of 4.57.
Nigeria’s Sesan Adedeji has been in a fine form with the bat in the recent while scoring runs in a consistent manner. Sesan Adedeji Stats in T20Is – 111 runs in the last 5 innings.
NIG Playing 11 (likely) Joshua Ayannike Chimezie Onwuzulike Daniel Ajeku Vincent Adewoye Peter Aho Mohameed Taiwo Sulaimon Runsewe Sesan Adedeji Mustapha Yussuf Odion Isesele Prosper Useni
Watch Uganda T20I Tri Series Live score and streaming on FanCode.
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The series will not be broadcasted on television in India.
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