Battle of one-upmanship between West Indies and Afghanistan  

Betting Odds

Our Predictions 

• Nicholas Pooran has odds of 3.55 to be West Indies' best batsman.  
• Rahmanullah Gurbaz has odds of 3.25 to be Afghanistan's best batsman.  
• Alzarri Joseph has odds of 3.20 to be West Indies' best bowler  
• Rashid Khan has odds of 2.95 to be Afghanistan's best bowler 

MATCH PREVIEW     

It is the final round of league games in Group C of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024. Hosts West Indies will be up against Afghanistan in the 40th game as both teams look to gain momentum ahead of the Super 8s. West Indies defeated New Zealand convincingly in the last game, and the team has high odds. Afghanistan has also looked great with three consecutive wins, the last against Papua New Guinea. Neither team would want to lose this game at this important juncture in the tournament, and we expect a cracker in the contest.  

West Indies Preview      

They were one of the favorites on cricket betting sites before the tournament, and Rovman Powell's team hasn't disappointed fans. They humbled New Zealand by 13 runs to make their way into the Super 8s. The side plays at home, and the players know the conditions well. They expect a strong show from key players in this game and build momentum ahead of the next round.  

The side has an explosive pair in Brandon King and Johnson Charles. The team expects them to deliver a solid start in this game. Nicholas Pooran is in good form, and he will look to anchor the middle order and add runs with Rovman Powell and Roston Chase. The lower middle order packs a punch, and they will expect quick runs from Andre Russell, Akeal Hosein, and Sherfane Rutherford.  

The bowling attack has been on the money in most games, and the team would like to see Romario Shepherd and Akeal Hosein strike with the new ball. Gudakesh Motie and Alzarri Joseph have bowled tight spells in the last few games, adding to the team's strength. The side will need Russell and Roston Chase to do well in the supporting roles.  

Expected Starting XI for West Indies     

Rovman Powell (c), Johnson Charles, Brandon King, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Andre Russell, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie 

Afghanistan Preview      

It has been a dream run for Rashid Khan's side in this tournament. They have moved up the pecking order on cricket betting apps with consistent performances. The side was clinical in the last game against Papua New Guinea, winning it by 7 wickets. They will face a massive test in this game against one of the strongest sides in the tournament and need a strong show from their players.  

The side will expect a strong start in this game from Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran. Both players have done well and need to take on the bowlers. Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, and Azmatullah Omarzai are experienced players in the middle order, and they are looking to build partnerships. Afghans have depth in the batting lineup and shall expect quick runs from Karim Janat, Najibullah Zadran, and Rashid Khan in the death overs.  

It will be a big test for the bowling attack as West Indies have an army of power hitters. The team needs a good start from Fazalhaq Farooqi and Mohammad Nabi. Naveen-ul-Haq and Rashid Khan must keep the scoring rate under check in the middle overs and trouble the batters. Azmatullah Omarzai, Janat, and Noor Ahmed add depth to the attack, making it strong.   

Expected Starting XI for Afghanistan      

Rashid Khan (c), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wk), Gulbadin Naib, Mohammad Nabi, Najibullah Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Karim Janat, Noor Ahmed, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi 

TOSS: To Bowl First      

In the last game played here, we saw a big run chase. The wicket was a belter, allowing batsmen to play their strokes easily. We expect the wicket to be the same in this game, and the side winning the toss will look to bowl first.  

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS      

There are predictions for overcast skies over St Lucia, and there may be rain during the game. We expect a flat surface where batsmen can play their strokes easily. Bowlers will find some assistance due to the weather conditions. The side batting first would like to have 180 runs on the board.  

OUR PREDICTION      

Afghanistan has been in good form, and its bowling performances have stood out. The top order has also done well for the team, but it will be their toughest challenge yet in the tournament. They must bowl well to restrict West Indies batsmen from running away with the game. West Indies has ticked all the boxes in this tournament, and they play at home and know the conditions well. We expect a close contest, but West Indies have an edge thanks to their batting firepower.  

Our prediction is for West Indies to win 

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