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The 39th match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 will see Papua New Guinea (PNG) squaring off against New Zealand (NZ) at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba on Monday, June 17. Ahead of this amazing match, here's all you need to know about the PNG vs NZ Dream11 Prediction, today's playing 11s, fantasy cricket tips, best player picks and the pitch report.
Both the teams are already out of the tournament. New Zealand's elimination was shocking as they won only one of their last three matches. Their bowlers did the role for the team but batting unit underperformed. Papua New Guinea, on the other hand, will be playing for pride. They would love to give their fans at least one moment of happiness as they lost all of their three matches.
These two squads have never played any head-to-head match. So, fans would see these two teams compete for the first time in international cricket.
PNG vs NZ Match Details
The 39th match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 will be played on June 17 at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba. The game is set to take place at 8:00 PM IST. The live score & commentary of the game can be followed in the Sportskeeda Live Score section.
PNG vs NZ, 39th Match
Date and Time: 17th June 2024, 8:00 PM IST
Venue: Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba
Pitch Report
The pitch at Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba is a balanced one, where there are equal opportunities for both batters and bowlers. The last T20I match played here was between Uganda and New Zealand, where New Zealand overpowered Uganda. They chased the small target of 40 runs in just 5.2 overs.
PNG vs NZ Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
PNG - L L L L L
NZ - W L L L W
PNG vs NZ Probable Playing XI
PNG Playing XI
No injury updates
Tony Ura, Assad Vala ©, Lega Siaka, Sese Bau, Hiri Hiri, Chad Soper, Kipling Doriga (wk), Norman Vanua, Alei Nao, John Kariko, Semo Kamea
NZ Playing XI
No injury updates
Kane Williamson ©, Finn Allen, Devon Conway (wk), Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, Trent Boult, Lockie Ferguson, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Glenn Phillips, Jimmy Neesham
PNG vs NZ Dream11 Match Top Picks
Wicket-keeper
Devon Conway
Devon Conway is the best wicket-keeper pick for today's match. He is not in his best form, but can play a good innings in today's match against less experienced Papua New Guinea. Finn Allen is another good wicket-keeper pick who will open along with Devon Conway. He can smash Papua New Guinea bowlers too.
Batters
Rachin Ravindra
Kane Williamson and Rachin Ravindra are the two best batsmen picks for today's Dream11 team. Rachin Ravindra took wickets in the last match against Uganda. Daryl Mitchell is another good pick, especially while batting first as he might contribute well with the bat.
All-rounders
Mitchell Santner
Assad Vala and Mitchell Santner are the best all-rounder picks for the Dream11 team. Mitchell Santner will bat in the middle order and complete his quota of four overs. Sese Bau is another good all-rounder who will bat in the middle order and might bowl a few overs.
Bowlers
Trent Boult
Only good thing about New Zealand were their bowlers. The top bowler picks for today's Dream11 team are Trent Boult and Tim Southee. Trent Boult has already taken seven wickets in the last three matches. Lockie Ferguson is another good bowler for today's match as he can trouble Papua New Guinea batters.
PNG vs NZ match captain and vice-captain choices
Trent Boult
Trent Boult is in exceptional form and one of the most crucial players for New Zealand. He is amongst the few players who have performed well for New Zealand. He has already taken seven wickets in the last three matches. He can easily take wickets of Papua New Guinea batters.
Tim Southee
Tim Southee is another good bowler who performed well for New Zealand. He is expected to perform well once again in today's match against less experienced Papua New Guinea. He has already taken five wickets in the last two matches.
5 Must-Picks for PNG vs NZ, 39th Match
Trent Boult
Devon Conway
Finn Allen
Tim Southee
Lockie Ferguson
Papua New Guinea vs New Zealand Match Expert Tips
As the pitch is expected to be good for both batters and bowlers, it is advisable to make a team keeping that in mind. Making New Zealand batters the captain or vice-captain is the best way to gain maximum points while batting first. New Zealand bowlers should be made captain or vice-captain while bowling first.
Papua New Guinea vs New Zealand Dream11 Prediction Today, Head-to-head
Wicket-keeper: F Allen, D Conway
Batters: K Williamson, R Ravindra
All-rounders: S Bau, A Vala, M Santner
Bowlers: T Boult, L Ferguson T Southee, A Nao
Papua New Guinea vs New Zealand Dream11 Prediction Today, Grand League
Wicket-keeper: F Allen, D Conway
Batters: D Mitchell, R Ravindra
All-rounders: A Vala, M Santner
Bowlers: T Boult, L Ferguson T Southee, A Nao, N Vanua
