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Andre Russell could be important for West Indies in the match [AP Photos]
West Indies (WI) will take on Uganda (UGA) in the 18th match of the T20 World Cup 2024. This match will be played at the Providence Stadium in Guyana, West Indies, on June 09th, Sunday at 6:00 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.
WI vs UGA: Important Player Stats (Top 5 Players)
| Players | Avg Fantasy Points | Series Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Andre Russell (WI) | 81 | 15* Runs & 2 Wickets in 1 Innings |
| Roston Chase (WI) | 72 | 42* Runs in 1 Innings |
| Alzarri Joseph (WI) | 74 | 2 Wickets in 1 Innings |
| Cosmas Kyewuta (UGA) | 61 | 4 Wickets in 2 Innings |
| Alpesh Ramjani (UGA) | 66 | 8 Runs & 3 Wickets in 2 Innings |
WI vs UGA Toss Factor
The wicket at the Providence Stadium will be difficult for batting. The skipper winning the toss would not mind fielding first on this pitch and restricting the opponent to a chase-able target.
Scenario: If West Indies win the toss
- West Indies will field first after winning the toss. Bowlers like Alzarri Joseph, Andre Russell will play the key part along with, Akeal Hosein and Gudakesh Motie will be crucial for their team to put Uganda under early pressure.
- Roston Chase, Brandon King, Nicholas Pooran, and Andre Russell will be playing important part while chasing a big total.
Scenario: If Uganda win the toss
- If Uganda wins the toss, they too would like to field first at this venue. Riazat Ali Shah, Alpesh Ramjani, and Robinson Obuya will be crucial for their batting.
- Brian Masaba, Cosmas Kyewuta, Frank Nsubuga, Juma Miyaji and Alpesh Ramjani will be handling the department.
WI vs UGA Top Captain and Vice-captain Picks
Scenario: If West Indies Field First
Andre Russell (WI): Andre Russell, the bowling all-rounder showed all of his experience by picking up wickets with a cross seamed delivery and a yorker in the first game. The destructive batsman also contribute well with the bat while chasing which makes him a prime C/VC option for this game.
Alzarri Joseph (WI): Alzarri Joseph picked up two wickets in their opening game of T20 World Cup. If West Indies bowl first then he will try to put Uganda early pressure by picking-up wickets in powerplay.
Scenario: If Uganda Field First
Cosmas Kyewuta (UGA): Medium pacer Cosmas Kyewuta has four wickets in the tournament already and he is worth backing as Uganda's top wicket taker in this game. He is a great fit for this category.
Nicholas Pooran (WI): Nicholas Pooran is one of the most talented batters in the tournament and the left-handed 28 year old had already hit two sixes before he was dismissed for 27 against PNG in the last match, and he will be a good pick for the C/VC option for this game.
WI vs UGA High Risk, High Rewards
Brandon King (WI): The opener will always look to take the attack to the opposition bowlers and this will be no different after he made 34 runs from 29 balls. His form in the last match and his inconsistency makes him a risky but worthy choice.
Alpesh Ramjani (UGA): Alpesh Ramjani is one of the best all-rounder of Uganda, so far in three matches he picked three wickets and scored eight runs. His all-round ability make him a ideal choice for this category.
WI vs UGA Stay Aways
Dinesh Nakrani (UGA): Dinesh Nakrani scored only six runs in their opening match, and scored zero runs in the last match. Considering his recent form he could well be avoided for this fixture.
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