GHA vs SIL Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, & Injury Updates for West Africa T20I Trophy 2023, 3rd Place Play-off

Ghana have dominated Sierra Leone in their previous matches.

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Updated - 15 Oct 2023, 12:43 IST

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Get ready for an intense showdown between Ghana (GHA) and Sierra Leone (SIL) in the 3rd Place Play-off of the West Africa T20I Trophy 2023, set to unfold at the Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval in Nigeria. Ghana holds a dominant 3-0 lead in head-to-head clashes against Sierra Leone in this tournament, indicating a track record of success. In their recent league encounter, Ghana clinched a hard-fought victory, edging out Sierra Leone by a mere five runs.

In this crucial match, Ghana opted to bat first. While they managed to establish decent partnerships early on, Sierra Leone's Miniru Kpaka proved to be a thorn in their side, securing three vital wickets. Ghana ultimately posted a total of 112 runs in their allotted 20 overs, with Rexford Bakum contributing a valuable 30 runs.

Sierra Leone's response witnessed commendable efforts, particularly from George Ngegba and Lansana Lamin, who forged a promising 41-run partnership. However, they faced challenges in accelerating the scoring rate, ultimately culminating in a total of 107 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in their 20 overs. Ghana's Godfred Bakiweyem played a pivotal role, claiming two crucial wickets.

Match Information

Ghana vs Sierra Leone, 3rd Place Play Off

West Africa T20I Trophy, 15 Oct 2023, Sun, 2:30 PM IST ,Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval

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Weather Report

Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval

Clouds

3.4Ā°C

97% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Ghana

W
L
L
L
L

Sierra Leone

L
L
L
W
L

Players Stats in current Series

1

Rexford Bakum

GHANA - all

132 Runs

10Ā Matches

2

John Bangura

SLE - wk

132 Runs

10Ā Matches

3

Obed Harvey

GHANA - bat

124 Runs

10Ā Matches

4

Alusine Turay

SLE - bat

123 Runs

9Ā Matches

5

George Ngegba

SLE - all

113 Runs

10Ā Matches

6

Kelvin Awala

GHANA - bat

99 Runs

9Ā Matches

1

Chernoh Bah

SLE - bowl

110.00

10Ā Matches

2

James Vifah

GHANA - bat

108.70

5Ā Matches

3

Kelvin Awala

GHANA - bat

99.00

9Ā Matches

4

Godfred Bakiweyem

GHANA - bat

94.68

10Ā Matches

5

Joseph Theodore

GHANA - wk

94.29

10Ā Matches

6

Alusine Turay

SLE - bat

86.62

9Ā Matches

1

Obed Harvey

GHANA - bat

12 Wkts

10Ā Matches

2

George Sesay

SLE - bowl

12 Wkts

10Ā Matches

3

Raymond Coker

SLE - bowl

10 Wkts

10Ā Matches

4

Michael Aboagye

GHANA - all

9 Wkts

10Ā Matches

5

Godfred Bakiweyem

GHANA - bat

9 Wkts

10Ā Matches

6

Samuel Conteh

SLE - all

8 Wkts

6Ā Matches

1

Ibrahim Kamara

SLE - bat

4.41

7Ā Matches

2

Obed Harvey

GHANA - bat

4.72

10Ā Matches

3

Daniel Anefie

GHANA - all

5.14

10Ā Matches

4

Raymond Coker

SLE - bowl

5.18

10Ā Matches

5

George Ngegba

SLE - all

5.22

10Ā Matches

6

Rexford Bakum

GHANA - all

5.51

10Ā Matches

Probable Playing XI

Ghana

Joseph Theodore (wk), Rexford Bakum, Kelvin Awala, O Harvey, KS Bagabena, SK Awiah (C), Aziz Sualley, G Bakiweyem, SA Israr, Daniel Anefie, Michael Aboagye

Bench : T Bakiweyem, Paul Ayoloyine, N Ibrahim, Richmond Baaleri, Alex Osei, JK Vifah

Sierra Leone

John Bangura (wk), Alusine Turay, George Ngegba (C), M Kpaka, I Kamara, A Kainessie, George Sesay, L Lamin, Samuel Conteh, Raymond Coker, Chernoh Bah

Bench : Y Jalloh, A Gbla, B Williams

Injury and availability news

Will be added if there is any update.

Pitch Report

The pitch at Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval favors the bowlers, offering ample opportunities for spinners to make a significant impact. With this in mind, chasing might be the preferred option for the team winning the toss.

30%

Pace Bowling

70%

Spin Bowling

30%

Batting Pitch

70

Average Score

70%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

8
C

Obed Harvey GHANA | BAT

A valuable all-rounder, Harvey has been instrumental with 123 runs and 11 wickets, providing a balanced performance for the team in this tournament.

8
VC

Raymond Coker SLE | BOWL

Coker's leg-break bowling has been impressive, accumulating 10 wickets and adding depth to Sierra Leone's bowling attack in this tournament.

8

Godfred Bakiweyem GHANA | BAT

An impactful all-rounder, Bakiweyem has contributed significantly with both bat and ball, amassing 87 runs and claiming nine wickets in this tournament.

8.5

George Sesay SLE | BOWL

With nine wickets to his credit, Sesay's right-arm fast bowling has proven to be a potent weapon, capable of making crucial breakthroughs in this tournament.

8.5

John Bangura SLE | WK

A key player in the top order, Bangura has been a consistent performer with 121 runs in this tournament, providing a strong foundation for the team's innings.

8.5

Rexford Bakum GHANA | ALL

A top-order batter with 114 runs, Bakum has been a consistent performer throughout the tournament.

Avoid Having These Players In Your Fantasy Sports Team

8.5

Aziz Sualley

GHANA | ALL

He has taken only 1 wicket in this tournament, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.

8

Aruna Kainessie

SLE | BAT

He has scored only 57 runs in this tournament, so he can be avoided in your fantasy team.

Last Updated On - Oct 15 2023 12:43 PM

Players
11/11

Team 1

GHANA

5 : 6

SLE

Credits Left
9.5/100

Head To Head
John Bangura

8.5

Rexford Bakum

8.5

Alusine Turay

8

Obed Harvey
C

8

Daniel Anefie

8.5

George Ngegba

8.5

Samuel Conteh

8.5

Godfred Bakiweyem

8

Michael Aboagye

7.5

George Sesay

8.5

Raymond Coker
VC

8

Players
11/11

Team 1

GHANA

5 : 6

SLE

Credits Left
12/100

Mega League
John Bangura

8.5

Rexford Bakum

8.5

Alusine Turay

8

Obed Harvey

8

George Ngegba

8.5

Godfred Bakiweyem
C

8

Syed Aqeel Israr

6

Michael Aboagye

7.5

Miniru Kpaka

8.5

George Sesay
VC

8.5

Raymond Coker

8

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