NIG vs RWA Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report & Injury Updates For West Africa T20 Trophy, Match 7.

Nigeria have had a strong start to the tournament, winning all three of their matches and currently leading the points table.

ByĀ CricTracker Staff

Updated - 07 Oct 2023, 11:22 IST

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Match InfoPlaying XIC & VCTeamsWeather ReportTeamĀ FormInjury NewsPitchAvoidable Players

Preview

Nigeria and Rwanda are all set to clash in the 7th match of the West Africa T20 Trophy at the Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval in Nigeria on October 7. Nigeria has had a strong start to the tournament, winning all three of their matches and currently leading the points table. Meanwhile, Rwanda has secured one victory and currently holds the 3rd position on the points table.

In their recent match, Nigeria clinched a 35-run victory against Ghana, with Daniel Ajekun's notable 36-run performance. Nigeria's bowling was strong as well, with Peter Aho, Taiwo Mohammed, Issac Okpe, and Ridwan Abdulkareem each taking two wickets.

On the other hand, Rwanda secured a commanding 33-run win against Sierra Leone, thanks to Hamza Khan's impressive 59-run contribution, and Kevin Irakoze stood out with two wickets in the bowling department.

Match Information

Nigeria vs Rwanda, Match 7

West Africa T20I Trophy, 7 Oct 2023, Sat, 3:30 PM IST ,Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval

Live Stream

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Weather Report

Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval

Clouds

2.5Ā°C

90% (Humidity)

Team Form (Last 5 matches)

Nigeria

W
W
W
W
NR

Rwanda

W
L
L
L
L

Players Stats in current Series

1

Sulaimon Runsewe

NIG - wk

229 Runs

10Ā Matches

2

Hamza Khan

RND - all

190 Runs

10Ā Matches

3

Daniel Ajekun

NIG - bat

162 Runs

10Ā Matches

4

Orchide Tuyisenge

RND - bowl

153 Runs

9Ā Matches

5

Isaac Danladi

NIG - bat

118 Runs

9Ā Matches

6

Ademola Onikoyi

NIG - bat

111 Runs

8Ā Matches

1

Peter Aho

NIG - all

150.00

8Ā Matches

2

Chiemelie-Emmanuel Udekwe

NIG - bowl

127.78

9Ā Matches

3

Sulaimon Runsewe

NIG - wk

119.90

10Ā Matches

4

Prosper Useni

NIG - bat

116.22

4Ā Matches

5

Zappy Bimenyimana

RND - bat

106.67

10Ā Matches

6

Hamza Khan

RND - all

105.56

10Ā Matches

1

Isaac Okpe

NIG - all

17 Wkts

10Ā Matches

2

Emmanuel Sebareme

RND - bat

16 Wkts

10Ā Matches

3

Chiemelie-Emmanuel Udekwe

NIG - bowl

14 Wkts

9Ā Matches

4

Martin Akayezu

RND - all

14 Wkts

10Ā Matches

5

Zappy Bimenyimana

RND - bat

12 Wkts

10Ā Matches

6

Ridwan Abdulkareem

NIG - bowl

11 Wkts

10Ā Matches

1

Joshua Asia

NIG - bowl

2.89

4Ā Matches

2

Isaac Danladi

NIG - bat

3.06

9Ā Matches

3

Emmanuel Sebareme

RND - bat

3.19

10Ā Matches

4

Mohameed Taiwo

NIG - all

4.00

6Ā Matches

5

Muhammad Nadir

RND - bowl

4.03

10Ā Matches

6

Isaac Okpe

NIG - all

4.16

10Ā Matches

Probable Playing XI

Nigeria

Ademola Onikoyi, Isaac Danladi, Sulaimon Runsewe (wk), Daniel Ajekun, Sesan Adedeji, Isaac Okpe, Chiemelie-Emmanuel Udekwe, Peter Aho, Ridwan Abdulkareem, Sylvester Okpe (C), Mohameed Taiwo

Bench : Miracle Akhigbe, Ifeanyichukwu Uboh, Akhere Isesele, Prosper Useni, Joshua Asia

Rwanda

Didier Ndikubwimana (C), E Dusingizimana, Orchide Tuyisenge, Oscar Manishimwe (wk), Martin Akayezu, Zappy Bimenyimana, Muhammad Nadir, E Sebareme, Kevin Irakoze, Hamza Khan, Clinton Rububagumya

Bench : Wilson Niyitanga, Eric Niyomugabo, Iradukunda Jean Michel, Emile Rukiriza, Eric Kubwimana, I Mugisha, Ignace Ntirenganya, Bosco Tuyizere

Injury and availability news

(will be added when there is an update)

Pitch Report

Tafawa Balewa Square Cricket Oval, Nigeria pitch has proven excellent for batting. The batters will aim for the shorter square boundaries, although variable bounce will be a factor to consider. There should be some assistance available for the spinners as well, resulting in a good battle between bat and ball.

50%

Pace Bowling

50%

Spin Bowling

55%

Batting Pitch

135

Average Score

45%

Bowling Pitch

Player Picks

9.5
C

Hamza Khan RND | ALL

Hamza Khan is an excellent choice for the captaincy role for your fantasy team. He has scored 106 runs at an average of 35.33 in this tournament.

8.5
VC

Sulaimon Runsewe NIG | WK

Sulaimon Runsewe has scored 99 runs at an average of 49.5 in this tournament. He will be a top pick for this match.

8

Kevin Irakoze RND | BOWL

Kevin Irakoze has scored 47 runs and picked up seven wickets in this tournament. He will be a top pick for this match.

9

Daniel Ajekun NIG | BAT

Daniel Ajekun is a fantastic batter with consistent performances in the top order. He scored 72 runs in this tournament.

8.5

Isaac Okpe NIG | ALL

Issac Okpe is going to be a great budget player. He has picked up five wickets in this tournament.

9.5

Peter Aho NIG | ALL

Peter Aho is a very talented fast bowler who is expected to make valuable contributions to his side. He has picked up six wickets in this tournament.

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9

Prosper Useni

NIG | BAT

Useni struggled to put up an impactful performance in the last game and can be avoided for this match.

8.5

Joshua Asia

NIG | BOWL

Asia has struggled to deliver an impactful performance in the last few games, so it might be advisable to avoid selecting him for this match.

Last Updated On - Oct 7 2023 11:22 AM

Players
11/11

Team 1

NIG

5 : 6

RND

Credits Left
8.5/100

Head To Head
Sulaimon Runsewe
VC

8.5

Hamza Khan
C

9.5

Isaac Okpe

8.5

Sylvester Okpe

9

Martin Akayezu

8.5

Emmanuel Sebareme

8

Kevin Irakoze

8

Ridwan Abdulkareem

8.5

Chiemelie-Emmanuel Udekwe

7.5

Zappy Bimenyimana

7.5

Eric Kubwimana

8

Players
11/11

Team 1

NIG

5 : 6

RND

Credits Left
8.5/100

Mega League
Sulaimon Runsewe

8.5

Hamza Khan

9.5

Isaac Okpe
VC

8.5

Sylvester Okpe

9

Martin Akayezu

8.5

Emmanuel Sebareme

8

Kevin Irakoze
C

8

Ridwan Abdulkareem

8.5

Chiemelie-Emmanuel Udekwe

7.5

Zappy Bimenyimana

7.5

Eric Kubwimana

8

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