Oman vs Canada: ICC CWC League 2 Match Preview and Key Players
Match Overview
Oman (OMN) is set to face Canada (CAN) in the 71st match of the ICC CWC League 2. This exciting encounter will take place at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill on May 23, starting at 07:30 PM IST.
Oman's Current Form
Oman enters this match with strong momentum, having recently triumphed over the USA in a thrilling one-over eliminator. This victory marked their 10th win in 18 matches during the tournament, placing them comfortably in third position with a total of 22 points.
Canada's Performance
Canada is also performing well, currently sitting in fifth place with 20 points. A victory against Oman could elevate them to third. However, they are looking to recover from three consecutive losses, including a recent defeat to Oman by 15 runs. The team will be eager to avenge this loss.
Pitch Conditions
The pitch at Lauderhill has proven to be balanced for both batters and bowlers this year. The average first innings score in 2019 was just 219, indicating that batting may be challenging. Bowlers, especially off-break and orthodox bowlers, are expected to find assistance from this surface.
Head-to-Head Record
| OMN vs CAN Head-to-Head | |
| Matches Played | 3 |
| Won by Oman | 1 |
| Won by Canada | 2 |
| No Result | 0 |
| Tied | 0 |
Probable Lineups
Oman: Jatinder Singh (c), Aamir Kaleem, Hammad Mirza, Pruthvikumar Damubhai Macchi, Mohammad Nadeem, Sufyan Mehmood, Vinayak Shukla (wk), Samay Shrivastav, Shakeel Ahmed, Imran Muhammed, Imran Ali.
Canada: Navneet Dhaliwal (c), Mansab Gill, Yuvraj Samra, Pargat Singh, Harsh Thaker, Shreyas Movva (wk), Saad Bin Zafar, Dillon Heyliger, Jatinderpal Matharu, Shahid Ahmadzai, Kaleem Sana.
Key Players to Watch
Top Wicketkeeper
- Shreyas Movva | CAN: A standout performer for Canada, Shreyas has accumulated 306 runs in 15 matches during the CWC League 2 phase, making him a valuable addition to any fantasy team.
Top Batters
- Hammad Mirza | OMN: The 27-year-old has been in excellent form, scoring 187 runs in 9 matches, including a half-century against Canada in a previous encounter.
- Navneet Dhaliwal | CAN: The Canadian captain has scored 281 runs in 12 matches, featuring two half-centuries, and is expected to continue his strong performance.
Top All-Rounders
- Saad Zafar | CAN: A key all-rounder, Saad has contributed 156 runs and taken 19 wickets in 16 matches, making him essential for fantasy teams.
- Harsh Thaker | CAN: With 554 runs in 16 matches and 14 wickets, Harsh is a crucial player to consider for this match.
Top Bowlers
- Shakeel Ahmad | OMN: The experienced spinner has taken 35 wickets in 13 matches, known for his ability to secure crucial wickets.
- Dillio Heyliger | CAN: A 35-year-old pacer, Dillio has claimed 31 wickets in 16 matches, showcasing his effectiveness in the middle overs.