The first semi-final of the T20 World Cup 2024 will be played between South Africa and Afghanistan. This match will take place on Thursday, June 27, at 6:00 AM IST at the Brian Lara Stadium, Trinidad. Let’s find out whether the bowlers or the batsmen will get the most assistance from this pitch in Trinidad for the SA vs AFG match.
SA vs AFG, Semi-Final, T20 World Cup 2024: Brian Lara Cricket Academy Stadium Pitch Report
The pitch at Brian Lara Stadium tends to be a bit challenging for batters. Both pacers and spin bowlers find some assistance here. Teams that bat first often have an advantage. Winning the toss and opting to bat first is usually the preferred strategy, as it allows the team to put up a substantial score on the board, putting pressure on the chasing team.
The pitch’s nature, which provides support to both pace and spin bowlers, means that batsmen need to be cautious and adapt their techniques accordingly. Early on, fast bowlers can exploit any movement off the seam, while as the game progresses, spinners can utilize the wear and tear of the pitch to generate turn and bounce. Therefore, setting a strong target is crucial, making the toss and the initial batting performance highly significant in determining the outcome of the match.
SA vs AFG, Semi-Final, T20 World Cup 2024: Brian Lara Cricket Academy Stadium Weather Forecast
The weather at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy Stadium is expected to have rain during the match.
Also read: AFG vs BAN: Arnos Vale Ground Pitch Report and Weather Forecast (T20 WC 2024 Super 8)
SA vs AFG: T20 World Cup 2024 Squads
South Africa: Aiden Markram (c), Ottniel Baartman, Gerald Coetzee, Quinton de Kock, Bjorn Fortuin, Reeza Hendricks, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Keshav Maharaj, David Miller, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton, Tabraiz Shamsi, Tristan Stubbs
Afghanistan: Rashid Khan (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Azmatullah Omarzai, Najibullah Zadran, Mohammad Ishaq, Mohammad Nabi, Gulbadin Naib, Karim Janat, Nangyal Kharoti, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Fareed Ahmad Malik