The Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York will host Match 21 of the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024, featuring South Africa (SA) and Bangladesh (BAN), on Monday, June 10.
South Africa’s Performance:
South Africa have secured two wins in their first two matches, but neither victory was achieved with ease. In their opening match against Sri Lanka, South Africa managed a six-wicket win in a low-scoring affair. They chased down a modest target of 78 on a difficult wicket in New York, taking 16.2 overs to reach the target. In their second match, the Proteas faced the Netherlands and won by four wickets, chasing down a target of 104 with seven balls to spare.
Bangladesh’s Situation:
Bangladesh, on the other hand, will be looking to gain momentum and secure a crucial victory. Their performance in the tournament so far has been mixed, and a win against a strong team like South Africa could provide a significant boost to their campaign.
Key Players to Watch:
Aiden Markram (SA): As a pivotal player for South Africa, his performance with the bat will be crucial in setting or chasing a competitive total.
Shakib Al Hasan (BAN): The experienced all-rounder is always a key player for Bangladesh, contributing both with the bat and ball.
Match Context:
Both teams will be keen to adapt to the conditions at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, which has shown to produce challenging wickets. South Africa will aim to continue their winning streak and secure their place in the next stage, while Bangladesh will be eager to improve their standing with a victory.
This match promises to be an exciting contest as both teams battle it out in the T20 World Cup 2024.
Match Details
South Africa vs Bangladesh, Match 21, T20 World Cup 2024
Venue: Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York
Date & Time: June 10, 2024, 8 pm IST
Telecast & Live Streaming: Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar (app and website)
Pitch Report:
The drop-in pitch at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium has been a topic of much discussion due to its variable bounce and sluggish nature. This has made batting challenging, with bowlers finding considerable assistance. Here are some key points about the pitch conditions:
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | 08 |
| Won by South Africa | 08 |
| Won by Bangladesh | 00 |
| No Result | 00 |
| First-ever Fixture | 15/09/07 |
| Most-recent Fixture | 27/10/22 |
Possible Playing 11 for SA vs BAN
South Africa
Quinton de Kock (WK), Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram (C), Tristan Stubbs, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Ottneil Baartman
Bangladesh
Tanzid Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Litton Das (WK), Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Towhid Hridoy, Shakib Al Hasan, Mahmudullah, Rishad Hossain, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib
Probable Top Performers from SA vs BAN
Probable best batter: Tristan Stubbs
Tristan Stubbs has been one of the standout young talents entering the T20 World Cup 2024, building on an impressive IPL season. Here’s a detailed look at his form and potential impact:
Scenario 1
South Africa win the toss and opt to bowl first.
Powerplay Score: 35-45
First Innings Score: 130-140
South Africa win the match.
Scenario 2
Bangladesh win the toss and opt to bowl first.
Powerplay score: 40-50
First Innings Score: 150-160
South Africa win the match.