The final group game of the men’s T20 World Cup 2024 saw West Indies and Afghanistan face off at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium. The match was highly anticipated, with both teams eager to showcase their skills and secure a spot in the Super Eight stage.
West Indies made a few changes to their lineup for this crucial match, giving Obed McCoy a chance to play after Romario Shepherd had returned home for the birth of his second child. Shai Hope also came in to bolster the batting, replacing Roston Chase. Afghanistan, on the other hand, stuck with the same lineup they had used throughout the tournament so far.
Rashid Khan, captain of Afghanistan, knew that experience chasing a target was crucial if they were to succeed against West Indies. They had only done so once before in the tournament against PNG. The wind was expected to be a significant factor during this match, with speeds forecasted to be over 20kmph.
The pitch at St Lucia’s third match of the T20 World Cup would play a crucial role in determining the outcome of this game. West Indies fielded a strong lineup that included Brandon King, Johnson Charles, Nicholas Pooran, Shai Hope, Rovman Powell, Andre Russell, Sherfane Rutherford, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, and Obed McCoy. On the other hand, Afghanistan’s lineup included Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran
