T20 World Cup 2024 AUS vs NAM: Match 24 Dream11 Top Captain, Vice-Captain Picks And Player Stats

Australia and Namibia will play each other in the 24th match of T20 World Cup 2024 [AP Photos]

The ninth edition of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 is in full swing. In the tournament's 24th match, the Australia (AUS) will take on Namibia (NAM). The match will be played at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in the North Sound, Antigua, West Indies on Wednesday, June 12th, 2024 at 06:00 AM IST.

Ahead of the game, here is a look at the essential player stats, the top captain and vice-captain choices and the best-predicted XIs for the fantasy contests of the match.

AUS vs NAM: Important Player Stats (Top 5 Players)

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AUS vs NAM - Toss Factor

Historically, the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium is not known for producing big totals but it may change as the strip for the game looks flat. The overall ground stats and records shows that, team batting first have tested more success than batting second. But in the first match of T20 WC 2024, team batting second won the match. So, the team that wins the toss will want to field first in this pitch.

Scenario 1: If Australia win the toss

Australia will field first after winning the toss. In-form bowlers like Adam Zampa, Marcus Stoinis will be crucial for Australia, along with Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Nathan Ellis to put Namibia under early pressure. Batsmen like David Warner, Travis Head, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Marsh, and Glenn Maxwell will be playing the key roles.

Scenario 2: If Namibia win the toss

If Namibia win the toss, they will look to field first at this venue. Fast bowlers like Ruben Trumpelmann, Tangeni Lungameni, and David Wiese will be crucial for Namibia. Spinners like Bernard Scholtz and Gerhard Erasmus will play a key role on this pitch. Jan Frylinck, Nikolaas Davin, David Wiese, and Gerhard Erasmus will play an important part while chasing a big target.

AUS vs NAM Top Captain and Vice-captain Picks

Scenario: If Australia Field First

Marcus Stoinis (AUS): Marcus Stoinis was in fine form during the Indian Premier League 2024 and is continuing his purple patch in the World Cup. In two games, he has scored 97 runs at an average of 97 and a strike rate of 183.02 and picked-up four wickets which makes him a prime C/VC option for this game.

Gerhard Erasmus (NAM): The Namibian captain, Gerhard Erasmus is displaying excellent all-round performance in this tournament. In the last match he scored 52 runs off 31 balls and picked-up two crucial wickets. He is a great fit for this category if Namibia bats first.

Scenario: If Australia Bat First

David Warner (AUS): David Warner is in good form also, he has scored 95 runs in two innings with a strike rate of 141.79. If Australia bats first, then his batting position and current form make him a good choice for C/VC option for this game.

Marcus Stoinis (AUS): As mentioned earlier, Marcus Stoinis has been in brilliant form right now with his all-round abilities. He will be a top C/VC option for this game, irrespective of the toss.

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AUS vs NAM High Risk, High Rewards

Mitchell Starc (AUS): Mitchell Starc won the Player of the Match award in his last two IPL 2024 games and helped Kolkata Knight Riders win the coveted title. He had a good encounter against Oman, picking up two wickets in three overs. However, against England, he went wicketless, conceding 37 runs.

David Wiese (NAM): The veteran all-rounder, David Wiese, is an excellent all-rounder. He has performed decently so far in this tournament, but his team expects more from him in this upcoming clash. Wiese is a proper choice for this category.

AUS vs NAM Stay Aways

Tim David (AUS): So far, in two matches, Tim David has not performed well, scoring only 20 runs. He is not in good form right now, and considering his form and batting position, he could be given a miss.

Malan Kruger (NAM): Malan Kruger is not in good touch with the bat and scored only three runs in two innings. He could be avoided for this fixture.