West Indies vs Papua New Guinea: Thrilling Second Match in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024
The second match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 saw an exciting clash between the West Indies vs Papua New Guinea. Held at a picturesque venue in the West Indies, this match promised an engaging contest as both teams aimed to start their campaign on a high note. The West Indies, with their rich cricketing history and explosive players, were the favorites, while Papua New Guinea sought to prove their mettle on the world stage.
Match Overview-West Indies vs Papua New Guinea
Venue: Guyana, Providence stadium West Indies
Toss and Team Line-ups-West Indies vs Papua New Guinea
Toss
Papua New Guinea won the toss and elected to bat first, aiming to set a challenging target for the West Indies.
West Indies Playing XI-West Indies vs Papua New Guinea
- Brandon King
- Kyle Mayers
- Nicholas Pooran (C & WK)
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Rovman Powell
- Jason Holder
- Romario Shepherd
- Akeal Hosein
- Alzarri Joseph
- Obed McCoy
- Hayden Walsh Jr.
Papua New Guinea Playing XI-West Indies vs Papua New Guinea
- Tony Ura
- Lega Siaka
- Assad Vala (C)
- Charles Amini
- Sese Bau
- Norman Vanua
- Kiplin Doriga (WK)
- Chad Soper
- Damien Ravu
- Nosaina Pokana
- Kabua Morea
First Innings: Papua New Guinea Batting-West Indies vs Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea started cautiously against the formidable West Indies bowling attack. The openers, Tony Ura and Lega Siaka, faced some early heat from Alzarri Joseph and Jason Holder. Ura managed to find gaps and scored a brisk 30 off 25 balls before being dismissed by Obed McCoy.
Key Highlights-West Indies vs Papua New Guinea
- Tony Ura: 30 runs off 25 balls (4 fours, 1 six)
- Assad Vala: 45 runs off 38 balls (3 fours, 2 sixes)
- Charles Amini: 25 runs off 20 balls (2 fours, 1 six)
Despite a steady start, the middle order struggled against the spin duo of Akeal Hosein and Hayden Walsh Jr. Assad Vala played a captain’s knock, anchoring the innings and guiding the team to a respectable total.
Final Score
Papua New Guinea managed to post a total of 145/8 in their 20 overs.
Second Innings: West Indies Batting
Chasing 146, the West Indies openers Brandon King and Kyle Mayers set a solid foundation. King’s aggressive approach put the Papua New Guinea bowlers on the back foot early on. However, Mayers fell early to a well-disguised slower ball from Chad Soper.
Key Highlights-West Indies vs Papua New Guinea
- Brandon King: 50 runs off 35 balls (6 fours, 2 sixes)
- Nicholas Pooran: 40 runs off 28 balls (3 fours, 2 sixes)
- Shimron Hetmyer: 30 runs off 20 balls (2 fours, 2 sixes)
King’s half-century and Pooran’s explosive middle-order performance ensured that the West Indies remained ahead in the chase. Hetmyer’s quick-fire 30 off 20 balls sealed the victory for the home team.
Final Score
The West Indies chased down the target, scoring 148/4 in 17.3 overs, winning the match by 6 wickets.
Key Performances-West Indies vs Papua New Guinea
West Indies
- Brandon King: 50 runs off 35 balls
- Nicholas Pooran: 40 runs off 28 balls
- Akeal Hosein: 4 overs, 20 runs, 2 wickets
Papua New Guinea
- Assad Vala: 45 runs off 38 balls
- Chad Soper: 4 overs, 25 runs, 2 wickets
- Norman Vanua: 4 overs, 28 runs, 1 wicket
Post-Match Analysis-West Indies vs Papua New Guinea
West Indies
The West Indies displayed a balanced performance with both bat and ball. The aggressive batting approach, coupled with disciplined bowling, proved effective. The standout performers were Brandon King and Akeal Hosein, whose contributions were pivotal in securing the win.
Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea showcased their potential with a commendable batting performance led by Assad Vala. However, their inability to capitalize in the middle overs and the lack of depth in bowling were areas needing improvement. Despite the loss, their fighting spirit was evident.
Conclusion
The second match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 between the West Indies and Papua New Guinea provided fans with an entertaining and competitive game of cricket. The West Indies’ victory highlighted their strength and experience, while Papua New Guinea’s performance showed they are capable of challenging higher-ranked teams. As the tournament progresses, both teams will look to build on this match, with the West Indies aiming to maintain their winning momentum and Papua New Guinea striving for their first victory.
Stay tuned for more updates and detailed coverage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.
