USA vs BAN Match Prediction, 2nd T20I - Who will win today’s match between USA vs BAN?

The United States (USA) and Bangladesh (BAN) are all set to continue their ongoing T20I series by facing off in the second match of the three-game affair. Both sides will lock horns in the upcoming clash at the Prairie View Cricket Complex on Thursday, May 23. It is worth noting that USA pulled off a major upset and clinched a win in the first T20I, defeating Bangladesh by five wickets to take a 1-0 lead in the series.

As for the visitors, Bangladesh will be desperate to improve. A loss in the second T20I would mean that the USA will win the series, and led by Najmul Hossain Shanto, the Bangla Tigers cannot afford a setback in confidence ahead of the T20 World Cup 2024.

Match Details

Prairie View Cricket Complex, Houston Pitch Report:

The pitch at the Prairie View Cricket Complex in Houston is one that will be favourable to the batters. With spinners getting some assistance on the surface, the batters will aim to stay patient in the early stages of the game and play big shots towards the end. Opting to bowl first could be a viable decision.

USA vs BAN Head-to-Head Record

Predicted Playing XIs

United States (USA):

Steven Taylor, Monank Patel (c & wk), Andries Gous, Aaron Jones, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Milind Kumar, Nisarg Patel, Jessy Singh, Nosthush Kenjige, Saurabh Netravalkar, Harmeet Singh

Bangladesh (BAN):

Tanzid Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Litton Das (wk), Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Shakib Al Hasan, Soumya Sarkar, Mahmudullah, Mahedi Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanvir Islam, Shoriful Islam

USA vs BAN Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter: Towhid Hridoy

Bangladesh’s Towhid Hridoy could be the best batter in the upcoming game against the USA. With 58 runs to his name in the first T20I, Hridoy was the highest run-getter of the game, and despite his knock being in vain, the star batter will aim to put in a similar performance and level the series.

Probable Best Bowler: Steven Taylor

Steven Taylor could be the best bowler in the upcoming game against Bangladesh. With three overs bowled, Taylor just conceded nine runs and took two brilliant wickets in the first tie, and his performance in the upcoming game could be crucial as well.

Today's Match Prediction: Bangladesh to win the match

Scenario 1

Bangladesh win the toss and opt to bowl first.

Powerplay: 40-50

USA: 160-170

Bangladesh win the match

Scenario 2

USA win the toss and opt to bowl first.

Powerplay: 50-60

Bangladesh:  170-180

Bangladesh win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.