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The 5th and final T20I between Kenya and Nigeria promises to be a nail-biting encounter, with both teams fighting for series glory. Here’s a breakdown to help you predict the winner:
Kenya’s Home Advantage:
- Experience: Kenya boasts a superior head-to-head record against Nigeria, having won 8 out of 11 encounters.
- Strong Batting: Openers Pushkar Sharma and Sukhdeep Singh have been consistent scorers, providing a solid platform for the middle order.
- Spin Power: Spinners like Gerard Mwendwa and Sachin Bhudia can exploit any weakness in the Nigerian batting lineup, especially on a turning Nairobi track.
Kenya Squad: Sukhdeep Singh (wk), Rakep Patel (c), Pushkar Sharma, Neil Mugabe, Nelson Odhiambo, Shem Ngoche, Lucas Oluoch, Emmanuel Bundi, Rushab Patel, Sachin Bhudia, Jasraj Kundi, Gerard Muthui, Gerard Mwendwa, Peter Langat, Vraj Patel, Vishil Patel, Tanzeel Sheikh, Francis Mutua, Harendra Kerai
Nigeria’s Fight for Glory:
- Momentum Shifters: Vincent Adewoye and Isaac Okpe have shown their ability to single-handedly change the game with explosive batting displays.
- Pace Prowess: The pace attack, featuring Sylvester Okpe and Taiwo Mohammed, can trouble the Kenyan batsmen with their swing and accuracy.
- Never-say-die Attitude: Nigeria has shown great fighting spirit throughout the series, coming back from a 2-0 deficit to level the series at 2-2.
Nigeria Squad: Sulaimon Runsewe (wk), Sylvester Okpe (c), Jasia Akhtar, Ademola Onikoyi, Sesan Adedeji, Vincent Adewoye, Daniel Ajekun, Isaac Okpe, Mohameed Taiwo, Olayinka Elijah Olaleye, Isaac Danladi, Peter Aho, Akhere Isesele, Ifeanyi Uboh, Miracle Akhigbe, Ridwan Abdulkareem, Prosper Useni, Joshua Asia, Chiemelie Udekwe, Selim Salau
Kenya T20 Stats and History
Total Match Played = 103
Won = 55
Loss = 45
No Result = 3
Tie = 0
Nigeria T20 Stats and History
Total Match Played = 56
Won = 28
Loss = 26
No Result = 2
Tie = 0
Kenya vs Nigeria head-to-head stats
Total Match Played = 11
Kenya won = 8
Nigeria won = 3
No Result = 0
KEN vs NGA 5th T20 Score Prediction:
If Kenya Bat First: 155+
If Nigeria Bat First: 143+
Match Prediction:
This match is too close to call. Kenya’s experience and home advantage give them a slight edge. However, Nigeria’s recent form and the pressure on Kenya to clinch the series could swing the result in their favor.
Winner: Kenya Will Win
Disclaimer: Predictions are for entertainment only. The beauty of cricket lies in its unpredictability. Enjoy the enthralling finale of the series!
