Namibia vs United Arab Emirates – First Round – Preview & Prediction | 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup
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THE FACTS
When is Namibia vs United Arab Emirates on and what time does it start? Namibia vs United Arab Emirates will take place on Thursday 20th October, 2022 – 09:00 (UK)
Where is Namibia vs United Arab Emirates taking place? Namibia vs United Arab Emirates will take place at Geelong Cricket Ground in Victoria, Australia
Where can I get tickets for Namibia vs United Arab Emirates? Click here for the latest ticket information for Namibia vs United Arab Emirates
What channel is Namibia vs United Arab Emirates on in the UK? Namibia vs United Arab Emirates will be televised live on Sky Sports
Where can I stream Namibia vs United Arab Emirates in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream Namibia vs United Arab Emirates live on Sky Go
THE LOWDOWN
NAMIBIA
- Namibia’s loss vs Scotland means they enter this final round of group games needing to win, which will more than likely be enough for them in finish in the top two places in Group A due to their excellent net-run-rate.
- Whilst the middle order of Namibia has impressed so far, the top order has struggled and the pressure is on openers Michael van Lingen and Divan la Cock in particular to get their side off to a strong start with the bat whether they be setting or chasing a target.
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
- United Arab Emirates fell to a second defeat of the group stage against Sri Lanka, leaving their hopes of ‘Super 12’ qualification as good as over due to their poor net-run-rate even with they were to win here.
- A big bright spot from that game vs Sri Lanka was a memorable hat-trick taken by Karthik Meiyappan, dismissing Bhanuka Rajapaksa, Charith Asalanka and Dasun Shanaka in three consecutive deliveries.
THE PREDICTION
United Arab Emirates’ batting has been their weak spot throughout the group stage and that is expected to continue in this match. They may accrue a higher score than the 111 and 73 that they have recorded so far, but either way, whatever they gain is unlikely to be enough to topple Namibia, who contain far more depth within their batting, not to mention power hitting. Expect Namibia to respond well to their loss against Netherlands and win this one.
