Australia had a big shot in their hands after beating Bangladesh in the previous match and now, when they take on the West Indies, they have a big chance of making it to the semi-finals.
West Indies, on the other hand, could not chase down Sri Lanka’s 190 and were knocked out of the tournament. The defending champions never went into the tournament and even when they were in winning positions, their famous batting order surrendered.
Two teams from opposite sides of the spectrum will lock horns in Abu Dhabi on Saturday – while the defending champions have already been knocked out of the tournament after another loss to Sri Lanka, Australia will go into the match after beating Bangladesh in their last match. .
Australia have a solid chance of beating the West Indies and a place in the semi-finals, but the West Indies have always found that extra stride, locking horns with Australia.
Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Adam Zampa have been star performances with the ball for Australia and they will all grab aces under the West Indies batting line-up.
Abu Dhabi Pitch Report:
The pitch in Abu Dhabi can present a lot of challenge for the batsmen in this match and hence the slow bowlers can come in handy. In past matches, stroke makers have found ways to score runs, but they need to work hard and be ready to play the waiting game before they can accelerate. Dew is expected to play a bigger role which could prompt the captain to bowl first after winning the toss.
Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi Records (T20):
Total matches played: 59
Matches won by batting first: 27
Matches Won Bowling Second: 32
Average first innings score: 141
Average second innings score: 128
Highest total: 225/7 (20 overs) IRE vs AFG. By
Minimum total: 84/10 (18.2 ov) BAN vs RSA
Highest score chased: 166/4 (19 overs) NAM vs NED. By
Minimum score defended: 129/6 (20 overs) by England v Pak
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