Brian Lara Cricket Academy Stadium in Trinidad is going to host the West Indies vs New Zealand match in T20 World Cup 2024. West Indies has won back to back matches to occupy the second position in their groups points table. On the other hand, New Zealand suffered a massive defeat against Afghanistan, which pushed their run-rate to an unimaginable level. The Kiwis desparately needs to win their matches with huge margins to make a place in the Super Eights.
WI vs NZ: Brian Lara Stadium Pitch Report and Weather Forecast
Brian Lara Stadium in Trinidad has a balanced pitch. Generally, 160 runs is the average score at this venue. Spinners tend to do well in the middle overs at this surface. There will also be a bit of help for the pacers in the beginning of both innings. Cutters and slower balls towards the back end of an innings might prove to be effective as well. The weather is expected to be nice for this match. There are no chances of rain.
Also read: ENG vs SCO: Kensington Oval Pitch Report & Weather Forecast (T20 World Cup 2024 Match 6)
WI vs NZ: T20 World Cup 2024 Squads
West Indies Squad: Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran(w), Rovman Powell(c), Sherfane Rutherford, Andre Russell, Romario Shepherd, Roston Chase, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Obed McCoy, Shamar Joseph, Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope
New Zealand Squad: Finn Allen, Devon Conway(w), Kane Williamson(c), Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult, Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, James Neesham, Rachin Ravindra