By Sabyasachi Chowdhury: The 2022 version of the T20 World Cup is scheduled to get underway on Sunday, October 16. Round 1 of the event consists of eight groups out of which 4 will advance to the Super 12s.
The Netherlands, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Namibia and Sri Lanka type Group A. Group B consists of West Indies, Zimbabwe, Ireland and Scotland. The prime two groups from every group will be a part of the opposite eight groups within the Super 12.
Sri Lanka and Namibia will kick-start proceedings with a Group A match on Sunday at Simonds Stadium in Geelong. Thereafter, UAE and the Netherlands will lock horns in one other Group A match on the identical venue.
Where to observe
The matches in Round 1 of the T20 World Cup can be telecasted on Star Sports Network. Live Streaming of the matches can be there on Disney + Hotstar.
Squads
Namibia
Gerhard Erasmus, who led Namibia to the Super 12 final time, is in cost once more. David Wiese’s expertise in top-level cricket can also be anticipated to come in useful for Namibia. The likes of Jan Frylinck, Bernard Scholtz and Stephan Baard additionally usher in a great deal of expertise. Ruben Trumpelmann was additionally spectacular within the earlier version of the championship.
Squad
Gerhard Erasmus (c), JJ Smit, Divan la Cock, Stephan Baard, Nicol Loftie Eaton, Jan Frylinck, David Wiese, Ruben Trumpelmann, Zane Green, Bernard Scholtz, Tangeni Lungameni, Michael van Lingen, Ben Shikongo, Karl Birkenstock, Lohan Louwrens, Helao Ya France.
Netherlands
After Pieter Seelaar’s retirement, Scott Edwards has the duty of main the Dutch staff within the event. Paul van Meekeren, Tom Cooper, Colin Ackermann and Logan van Beek must deliver their expertise of taking part in world wide. Max O’Dowd has been their standout batter for fairly a while and the onus may also be on him to ship.
Squad
Scott Edwards (c), Colin Ackermann, Shariz Ahmad, Logan van Beek, Tom Cooper, Brandon Glover, Timm van der Gugten, Fred Klaassen, Bas de Leede, Paul van Meekeren, Roelof van der Merwe, Stephan Myburgh, Teja Nidamanuru, Max O’Dowd, Tim Pringle, Vikram Singh.
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka have to be excessive on confidence after successful the Asia Cup final month. This can be their second T20 World Cup warm-ups and they’re going to wish to begin on a successful notice. The Islanders have not had any standout performers, however their collective efforts have helped them. Dasun Shanaka has been an inspirational chief for Sri Lanka.
Squad
Dasun Shanaka (c), Danushka Gunathilaka, Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Charith Asalanka, Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Dhananjaya de Silva, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Jeffrey Vandersay, Chamika Karunaratne, Dushmantha Chameera (topic to health), Lahiru Kumara (topic to health), Dilshan Madushanka, Pramod Madushan.
United Arab Emirates
After Ahmed Raza was eliminated as skipper, the onus is now on CP Rizwan to steer the nationwide staff. Earlier, UAE didn’t qualify for the Asia Cup 2022 and likewise misplaced two matches to Bangladesh at residence. However, Junaid Siddiqui’s 5-wicket haul within the warm-ups will give them confidence. In the batting division, loads will depend upon Muhammad Waseem, Chirag Suri and Vriitya Aravind.
Squad
C P Rizwan (c), Vriitya Aravind, Chirag Suri, Muhammad Waseem, Basil Hameed, Aryan Lakra, Zawar Farid, Kashif Daud, Karthik Meiyappan, Ahmed Raza, Zahoor Khan, Junaid Siddique, Sabir Ali, Alishan Sharafu, Aayan Khan.
Ireland
Ireland are among the many favourites to make it by means of to the Super 12, though they didn’t qualify final time round. Harry Tector has been in stupendous type for them. Rather a lot will depend upon how their main run-scorer, Paul Stirling and Andrew Balbirnie carry out. Curtis Campher would keep in mind the hat-trick he picked towards the Netherlands final time round.
Squad
Andrew Balbirnie (c), Mark Adair, Curtis Campher, Gareth Delany, George Dockrell, Stephen Doheny, Fionn Hand, Josh Little, Barry McCarthy, Conor Olphert, Simi Singh, Paul Stirling, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker, Graham Hume.
Scotland
After Kyle Coetzer’s retirement, Scotland’s batting mainstay, Richie Berrington, will lead the staff. They managed to qualify for the Super 12 in 2021 and can be seeking to replicate one thing related. Mark Watt, Josh Davey and Calum MacLeod are amongst their most skilled cricketers. George Munsey additionally has the potential to tear aside one of the best bowling assaults.
Squad
Richard Berrington (c), George Munsey, Michael Leask, Bradley Wheal, Chris Sole, Chris Greaves, Safyaan Sharif, Josh Davey, Matthew Cross, Calum MacLeod, Hamza Tahir, Mark Watt, Brandon McMullen, Michael Jones, Craig Wallace.
Zimbabwe
Earlier this yr, Zimbabwe beat Australia within the latter’s yard and the identical ought to give them a whole lot of confidence. Craig Ervine is again to steer them, together with the return of their pacer, Blessing Muzarabani. Ryan Burl has been glorious for them in all three departments. Sean Williams and Sikandar Raza may also must step up if Zimbabwe wish to advance to the Super 12.
Squad
Craig Ervine (c), Ryan Burl, Regis Chakabva, Tendai Chatara, Bradley Evans, Luke Jongwe, Clive Madande, Wessly Madhevere, Wellington Masakadza, Tony Munyonga, Blessing Muzarabani, Richard Ngarava, Sikandar Raza, Milton Shumba, Sean Williams.
West Indies
The West Indies, definitely, have struggled of late. Even within the earlier T20 World Cup, barring Bangladesh, they didn’t beat some other staff. Being the two-time World champion, the Caribbean staff can be seeking to show some extent. There are fairly just a few modifications to the squad that performed final time round within the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Squad
Nicholas Pooran (c), Rovman Powell, Yannic Cariah, Johnson Charles, Sheldon Cottrell, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Kyle Mayers, Obed Mccoy, Raymon Reifer, Odean Smith, Shamarh Brooks.
