Papua New Guinea's Squad For T20 World Cup

Papua New Guinea is set to play their second T20 World Cup (x.com)Papua New Guinea is set to play their second T20 World Cup (x.com)

On Wednesday, May 8, Papua New Guinea (PNG) announced their 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024 that is slated to be co-hosted by West Indies and the USA.

Led by Assad Vala, PNG will feature in Group C alongside West Indies, Uganda, Afghanistan, and New Zealand.

Papua New Guinea earned their spot in the T20 World Cup 2024 after an unbeaten qualifying campaign in the East Asia-Pacific regional final. 

With victories over Japan, Vanuatu, and the Philippines, the Barramundis dominated their region and solidified their position as one of the top emerging cricketing nations.

In the tournament, PNG will face hosts West Indies in their opening match on June 2, followed by a clash with Uganda on June 5. They will also meet Afghanistan and finish their group stage against East Asia-Pacific rivals New Zealand.

With a balanced squad, PNG will aim to secure their first-ever T20 World Cup victory and advance to the knockout stages.


Papua New Guinea’s Squad For T20 World Cup

Player Name
Age
Position
Assadollah Vala (c)36Batting All-rounder
CJ Amini32Batting All-rounder
Alei Nao30Bowler
Chad Soper32Bowler
Hila Vare22Batter/ Wicket-keeper
Hiri Hiri 29Batting All-rounder
Jack Gardner23Bowling All-rounder
John Kariko20Bowler
Kabua Vagi Morea30Bowler
Kipling Doriga28Batter/ Wicket-keeper
Lega Siaka31Batter
Norman Vanua30Bowling All-rounder
Semo Igo Kamea22Bowler
Sese Bau31Batting All-rounder
Tony Ura34Batter/ Wicket-keeper



Papua New Guinea’s T20 Captain 2024

Assadollah Vala will captain PNG in T20 World Cup 2024 (Twitter)Assadollah Vala will captain PNG in T20 World Cup 2024 (Twitter)

Assadollah Vala, the captain of the Papua New Guinea team, will continue to lead the Barramundis in the T20 World Cup 2024.

Known for his reliable all-round performance, Vala is an experienced campaigner who led PNG in their previous T20 World Cup appearance and has been instrumental in guiding the team through the regional qualifiers.

He is a vastly experienced captain, having led PNG in 54 T20Is, winning 31, losing 21, and one no result. Vala will look to lead PNG with confidence and create an impact on the tournament. 


Papua New Guinea’s T20 Coach: Tatenda Taibu

Tatenda Taibu was recently appointed as PNG's head coach (Twitter)Tatenda Taibu was recently appointed as PNG's head coach (Twitter)

Former Zimbabwean cricketer and wicket-keeper-batter, Tatenda Taibu is the head coach of the Papua New Guinea cricket team.

Taibu captained Zimbabwe before retiring at the age of 29 in 2012. His coaching career includes development roles in England and Zimbabwe before taking over as PNG's head coach.

He succeeded former Australian international Nathan Reardon, who remains part of the coaching setup as an assistant coach.

With his recent appointment as the head coach, Taibu has brought a strategic and disciplined approach to PNG's preparation as he aims to help the side make a mark at the global stage.


Papua New Guinea Squad For T20 World Cup: FAQ's

Q.1. Who is the captain of Papua New Guinea's T20 team for the World Cup 2024?

Answer: Assadollah Vala is the captain of Papua New Guinea's T20 team for the World Cup 2024.

Q.2. How many T20Is has Assad Vala captained Papua New Guinea in, and what is his record?

Answer: Assad Vala has captained Papua New Guinea in 54 T20Is, winning 31, losing 21, and one no result.

Q.3. Who is the vice-captain of Papua New Guinea's T20 team for the World Cup 2024?

Answer: CJ Amini is the vice-captain of Papua New Guinea's T20 team.

Q.4. Who is the head coach of the Papua New Guinea cricket team for the T20 World Cup 2024?

Answer: Tatenda Taibu is the head coach of the Papua New Guinea cricket team.

Q.5. When is Papua New Guinea's first match in the T20 World Cup 2024?

Answer: Papua New Guinea's first match in the T20 World Cup 2024 is against the West Indies on June 2.