As the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Asia Region Qualifier 2025 heats up in Bangkok, Bhutan Women are set to lock horns with a determined Kuwait Women’s team. While Bhutan’s season opener was washed out, an abandoned game helped them secure a point. Meanwhile, Kuwait, having lost their season opener, are seeded third, last in Group A.
Squad:
Bhutan Women’s Cricket Team
Dechen Wangmo (C), Anju Gurung (VC) Ngawang Choden (WK), Ritshi Choden, Sonam Choden, Tshering Choden, Yeshey Choden, Karma Dema, Sonam Pelden, Riya Pradhan, Sonam, Eva Yangzom, Tshering Zangmo
Kuwait Women’s Cricket Team
Amna Tariq (C), Priyada Murali (VC), Suchitha D’Sa (WK), Raelyn D’Souza, Venora D’Souza, Candice Dias, Siobhan Gomez, Mariamma Hyder, Maria Jasvi, Zeefa Jilani, Khadija Khalil (WK), Maryam Omar, Balasubramani Shanti, Bhavani Yekkeli
Players to watch out:
Dechen Wangmo
The captain of the Thunder Land, she is a proven match-winner and a commanding presence on the field. With 507 runs in 31 WT20I matches and 18 wickets to her name, she continues to dazzle with her all-round brilliance. Her ability to lead from the front, anchor innings and break crucial partnerships, makes her an indispensable asset to the team.
Anju Gurung
One of Bhutan’s most reliable bowling assets, she has claimed 32 wickets in 31 WT20I matches, proving her consistency and impact. Known for her ability to deliver early breakthroughs and maintain composure during death overs, her disciplined spells are crucial to Bhutan’s strategy as they set out to make a strong start in this campaign.
Amna Tariq
Tariq leads from the front with her aggressive intent and sharp all-round skills. With 365 runs and 34 wickets in 51 WT20I matches, she remains a pillar of strength for Kuwait. Her experience and composure have often guided the young side through high-pressure moments. Despite a rare setback with a duck in the previous match against Thailand, her track record and leadership will continue to inspire.
Maryam Omar
Omar, known for her consistency and ability to anchor crucial innings. With 590 runs in 36 WT20I matches, she brings both stability and intent. Adding to her value, she has also claimed 25 wickets, making her a dependable all-rounder. Her experience and dual-threat capability will be instrumental in shaping Kuwait’s fortunes in this campaign.
Pitch:
The Terdthai Cricket Ground in Bangkok has produced a variety of scores in recent matches, with some games seeing good totals and some being low-scoring affairs. The surface has a slight edge for bowlers; spinners will come into action and will be effective.
Weather:
With the possibility of rain, teams might prefer bowling first to take advantage of any moisture. The sky looks cloudy with a temperature of 32°C and 64% humidity.
Fantasy XI Picks:
Dechen Wangmo, Ngawang Choden, Anju Gurung, Priyada Murali, Maryam Omar, Tshering Choden, Amna Tariq, Maria Jasvi, Tshering Zangmo, Sonam Pelden, Mariamma Hyder
Match details:
Date – May 12, 2025
Time – 8:00 AM IST
Venue – Terdthai Cricket Ground, Bangkok
Broadcast – The game will be live-streamed on the FanCode app and website.
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