Cricket fans must expect an interesting face-off as West Indies is going to clash with Uganda in the T20 World Cup match number 18 in Providence Stadium this Sunday evening. Both teams are eyeing their second win on the road, but West Indies have played only one game so far while this is the third match of Uganda in this tournament.

West Indies are more hopeful, especially after the hard fought victory against PNG. They definitely have a powerful team that could pose a significant test to Uganda. Still, the inspiring win of Uganda over PNG should not be underestimated by the West Indies, especially when both teams are strong with the bat and the ball. Read this article for a deposited preview of the exciting match ahead.

Providence Stadium Pitch Conditions & Guyana Weather Report

WI vs UGA match is going to be played at Providence Stadium where both captains would elect to bat first because of drying weather. This pitch provides some help to spinners and a good carry on for the batsmen who expect over 180 runs. Today the weather will be hot and very humid, you may get some precipitation in the morning otherwise the rest of the day will be fine, warm with temperatures of about 28 degrees Celsius.

West Indies Team Preview

West Indies had a hard-fought match against PNG, but it was very interesting, and the members seem fit with no losses. The skipper Rovman Powell may not come up with a new combination all the time and is expected to go in with the same playing eleven.

Some notable players include Nicholas Pooran, who scored 27 runs after hitting two sixes for his team, and Brandon King, who 34 runs charged for his team. Russell accumulated experience, and he took match winning wickets and on the other hand Akeal Hosein wants to stick to line and lengths. The West Indies are in good spirits going into this match as they are on five straight victories.

Uganda Team Preview

Uganda made three changes after the defeat to Afghanistan, the changes included Juma Miyagi, Frank Nsubuga and Kenneth Waiswa, These three players are likely to remain in the starting side. Roger Mukasa, who has given away a pair of ducks, is one of the key players, so is Riazat Ali Shah, who impressed against PNG.

Cosmas Kyewuta has been right in the average medium pace that he brings in, also Frank Nsubuga did a good job in his T20 debut. Uganda intend to have their fourth victory in their last six games, they have been performing well recently.

WI vs UGA Head 2 Head & Recent Performance

West Indies arrive in this match with a rich performance history, where they have been victorious in their last five games. They are well set for the competition and seem to be on the right side as they are on a winning streak.

On the other hand, Uganda has performed averagely, with a success rate of sixty percent and a failure rate of forty percent in the last five matches.

This will be the debut T20I encounter between West Indies and Uganda which will add an element of surprise and novelty to the particular battle. This is where both teams will be eager to come out and show who the better side is in this new and interesting match up.

West Indies vs Uganda Today Match Prediction

West Indies will be putting pressure on Uganda without doubt, having registered five consecutive victories. Uganda has put up some form of resistance, but their inability to maintain their performance level can act as their enemy’s hammers.

The record suggests that West Indies are favoured to win the match, and potentially in a comfortable manner. We also predict to go with the ‘Men in Maroon’ for this captivating match, as they will come out as winners. Place your bets now on West Indies to win this match!