Afghanistan Vs Uganda, T20 World Cup 2024, Match 5: Match Preview, Players To Watch Out For
Afghanistan and Uganda will play against each other for the first time in the T20 format.
Afghanistan (AFG) will face off against Uganda (UGA) in Match 5 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, 2024. This exciting fixture is scheduled to take place at the Guyana National Stadium on June 4, with the match starting at 06:00 AM IST.
Team Form and Performance
This will be Uganda's first game of the tournament. They will enter this match with a strong track record, having won four out of their last five games.
Afghanistan will also be playing their first game of the tournament. With three wins and two losses in their last five games, they will be looking to leverage their experience and skill to secure a victory.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Afghanistan and Uganda will be playing each other for the very first time in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, 2024.
Players to Watch Out For
Uganda:
1. Alpesh Ramjani
The all-rounder Alpesh Ramjani is a left-handed batter and a handy slow left- arm orthodox bowler. In the last five matches, Ramjani has scored 29 runs with the bat and picked up eight wickets with the ball.
2. Henry Ssenyondo
Henry Ssenyondo specialises in slow left-arm orthodox bowling. Over the last five matches, he has taken four wickets.
3. Bilal Hassan
Bilal Hassan is known for his right-arm medium-fast bowling. In his recent five matches, Hassan has been effective, claiming six wickets.
Afghanistan
1. Ibrahim Zadran
Ibrahim Zadran is a top-order, right-handed batter. Over the past five matches, he has been in impressive form, scoring a total of 146 runs.
2. Azmatullah Omarzai
Azmatullah Omarzai is another top-order, right-handed batter who has scored 62 runs in his last five matches. In addition to his batting skills, Omarzai is a right-arm medium-fast bowler and has taken two wickets in recent matches, showcasing his all-round capabilities.
3. Naveen-ul-Haq
Naveen-ul-Haq is a right-arm medium-fast bowler. In his last five matches, he has taken six wickets.
Match Insights
As both teams take to the field at the Guyana National Stadium, fans can expect a thrilling encounter filled with competitive spirit and high-caliber cricket. This match will set the tone for their respective journeys in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, 2024.
Rashid Khan
Afghanistan
Uganda Cricket Team