KEN vs MAL Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report & Injury Updates for 5th T20I

Kenya has a clear upper-hand over Mali in this match

By CricTracker Staff

Updated - 08 Dec 2023, 14:57 IST

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Preview

Get set for a riveting encounter as Kenya (KEN) locks horns with Mali (MAL) in Match 5 of the East-West Africa Cup Qualifiers 2023 at Willowmore Park in Benoni. This tournament witnesses seven teams vying for supremacy in a round-robin format. Kenya holds a 1-0 head-to-head advantage against Mali, with their last meeting resulting in a comprehensive 10-wicket victory for Kenya.

In their recent fixture against Sierra Leone, Kenya showcased dominance, securing an emphatic 8-wicket victory. Sierra Leone posted a total of 88 runs for the loss of six wickets in their stipulated 20 overs. In response, Kenya efficiently chased down the target in just 12 overs for the loss of two wickets. Irfan Karim was instrumental with the bat, scoring 35 runs, while Rakep Patel contributed a solid 42 runs. Additionally, the bowling duo of Francis Mutua and Vishil Patel scalped two wickets each to restrict Sierra Leone's total.

On the other hand, Mali faced a challenging encounter against Cameroon in their last match. Cameroon managed to set a competitive target of 144 runs for the loss of five wickets in 17 overs. However, Mali struggled in their chase, scoring 112 runs for the loss of eight wickets in 17 overs, falling short by 39 runs according to the D/L method. Despite contributions from Mahamadou Diaby and Zakaria Makadji with the bat, Theodore Macalou's vital wickets were not enough to secure a win for Mali.

Match Information

Kenya vs Mali, Match 5

East-West Africa Cup Qualifiers, 8 Dec 2023, Fri, 5:00 PM IST ,Willowmoore Park, Benoni

Live Stream

N/A

Weather Report

Willowmoore Park, Benoni

Clear

10.3°C

22% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Kenya

W
W
L
L
L

Mali

L
L
NR
L
L

Players Stats in current Series

1

Rakep Patel

KNA - wk

42 Runs

1 Match

2

Mahamadou Taifour Diaby

ML - all

35 Runs

3 Matches

3

Collins Obuya

KNA - all

32 Runs

2 Matches

4

Neil Mugabe

KNA - bat

30 Runs

3 Matches

5

Mamadou Samba Diawara

ML - all

26 Runs

3 Matches

6

Rushabvardhan Patel

KNA - bat

22 Runs

1 Match

1

Collins Obuya

KNA - all

320.00

2 Matches

2

Rushabvardhan Patel

KNA - bat

244.44

1 Match

3

Cheick Amala Keita

ML - bat

133.33

3 Matches

4

Tanzeel Sheikh

KNA - bowl

112.50

3 Matches

5

Neil Mugabe

KNA - bat

111.11

3 Matches

6

Moustapha Simbo Diakite

ML - bat

105.88

2 Matches

1

Vishil Patel

KNA - bowl

9 Wkts

3 Matches

2

Francis Muia Mutua

KNA - bowl

4 Wkts

3 Matches

3

Gerard Muthui

KNA - all

3 Wkts

2 Matches

4

Theodore Macalou

ML - all

3 Wkts

3 Matches

5

Shem Ngoche

KNA - all

2 Wkts

3 Matches

6

Tanzeel Sheikh

KNA - bowl

2 Wkts

3 Matches

1

Vishil Patel

KNA - bowl

1.73

3 Matches

2

Emmanuel Bundi

KNA - bowl

2.00

2 Matches

3

Shem Ngoche

KNA - all

2.33

3 Matches

4

Rushabvardhan Patel

KNA - bat

2.50

1 Match

5

Gerard Muthui

KNA - all

2.54

2 Matches

6

Francis Muia Mutua

KNA - bowl

3.67

3 Matches

Probable Playing XI

Kenya

RR Patel, Neil Mugabe, Tanzeel Sheikh, IA Karim (wk), L Ndandason (C), SO Ngoche, PK Langat, Francis Muia Mutua, CO Obuya, EB Ringera, V Patel

Bench : S Singh, Pushkar Sharma, Rushabvardhan Patel, SR Bhudia, Vraj Patel, NM Odhiambo, Gerard Muthui

Mali

Zakaria Makadji (wk), Mahamadou Taifour Diaby, Cheick Amala Keita (C), Mahamadou Malle, Lamissa Sanogo, Mohamed Coulibaly, Theodore Macalou, Mamadou Samba Diawara, Lassina Berthe, Sekou Dit Goutoubou Diaby, Sanze Kamate

Bench : Daouda Traore, Moustapha Simbo Diakite, Mamadou Sidibe

Injury and availability news

Will be added if there is any update.

Pitch Report

The pitch at Willowmore Park has historically favored the bowlers, providing ample support to pacers, making it conducive for a bowling-dominated contest. Chasing seems to be the preferred strategy on this track.

70%

Pace Bowling

30%

Spin Bowling

30%

Batting Pitch

121

Average Score

70%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

9.5
C

Rakep Patel KNA | WK

An essential figure in the top order, having amassed 42 runs in the tournament, showcasing his capability to anchor the innings and build a solid foundation for the team.

8.5
VC

Shem Ngoche KNA | ALL

An all-rounder with a valuable contribution, securing two wickets while also providing stability with the bat.

8

Vishil Patel KNA | BOWL

The leg-break bowler has been impressive, securing five wickets in the tournament so far, showcasing his effectiveness in troubling opposition batters.

8

Mahamadou Taifour Diaby ML | ALL

A versatile all-rounder, contributed 31 runs with the bat and claimed a wicket in the last match, displaying his ability to impact both with the bat and ball.

8.5

Theodore Macalou ML | ALL

Displaying his prowess as a right-arm fast bowler, Macalou picked up three crucial wickets in the last match, proving to be a potent force in Mali's bowling attack.

8.5

Zakaria Makadji ML | WK

Showed promise with the bat by scoring 20 runs in the last match, providing a stable contribution in the middle order for the team.

Avoid Having These Players In Your Fantasy Sports Team

8

Sekou Dit Goutoubou Diaby

ML | BOWL

His batting performance was unimpressive in the last match, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.

8.5

Peter Langat

KNA | BAT

His bowling performance was unimpressive in this tournament, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.

Last Updated On - Dec 8 2023 2:57 PM

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