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Home  »  Cricket  »  ICC T20 World Cup 2024  »  Match 39

Papua New Guinea vs New Zealand Score, Match 39 of ICC T20 World Cup 2024

Result · Jun 17 2024, Mon - 08:00 PM (IST)
Match 39, - Brian Lara Cricket Academy
PAPUA NEW GUINEA
78
NEW ZEALAND
79/3
New Zealand won by 7 wickets
CRR:6.41
Player Of The Match
Batsman R B 4s 6s SR
Kane Williamson 18 17 2 0 105.88
Daryl Mitchell * 19 12 3 0 158.33
Bowler O M R W Eco
Kabua Vagi Morea * 2.2 0 4 2 1.7
Sema Kamea 3.0 0 23 1 7.7
Last 5 overs :45 runs, 1 wkts
Last Wicket :Devon Conway 35 (32b)
Recent overs : 2 0 1 4 4 1 1 4 1 1 4 0 0 0 2 0 0 0

Commentary

In a one-sided encounter at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, New Zealand's bowlers, led by Lockie Ferguson, dictated the proceedings against Papua New Guinea.

Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, New Zealand's decision paid off as they stifled Papua New Guinea's batting lineup.

Lockie Ferguson's exceptional bowling performance, where he secured three wickets for no runs in four overs, including four consecutive maidens, marked a historic achievement. Supported by Trent Boult and Tim Southee, New Zealand's bowlers bowled with accuracy and control, restricting Papua New Guinea to a mere 78 runs in 19.4 overs.

New Zealand's Comfortable Chase

New Zealand's chase of 79 began with an early setback, losing Finn Allen and Rachin Ravindra cheaply. However, Devon Conway's resilient 35 and crucial partnerships with Kane Williamson and Daryl Mitchell ensured New Zealand's steady progress towards the target.

Despite some resistance from the Papua New Guinea bowlers, New Zealand sealed the victory comfortably, finishing at 79/3 in 12.2 overs, securing a convincing seven-wicket win.

Tournament Implications

New Zealand's dominant win against Papua New Guinea served as a confidence booster, concluding their T20 World Cup campaign on a high note. Lockie Ferguson's historic bowling masterclass and Devon Conway's pivotal innings were the defining elements of this match, showcasing New Zealand's depth of talent.

As New Zealand reflects on their campaign, this victory provides them with valuable takeaways and sets the stage for their future performances in the T20 World Cup.

This comprehensive victory against Papua New Guinea underscores New Zealand's resilience and talent, while also providing significant takeaways for both teams. The implications of this match will reverberate through the teams' future endeavors, shaping their paths in international cricket.

  • 12.2

    Kabua Vagi Morea to Daryl Mitchell. Length ball, outside off stump on the front foot driving, mis-timed in the air uncontrolled to long on for 2 runs, fielded by Vanua. An easy win for New Zealand and they end their World Cup campaign on a winning note. Despite the loss today Papua New Guinea can be proud of their efforts through their campaign. After losing two early wickets in the powerplay, Conway built a partnership with Williamson and that steadied the ship. Kabua Vagi Morea took two wickets for PNG. Lockie Ferguson is the Player of the Match for his incredible spell.

  • 12.1

    Kabua Vagi Morea to Daryl Mitchell. Length ball, outside off stump on the front foot working, mis-timed to mid wicket for no runs, fielded by Bau.

  • End of Over 12
    Over 12. 15 runs. Bowler: Sema Kamea. New Zealand: 77/3 (rr 6.42)
  • 11.6

    Sema Kamea to Daryl Mitchell. Length ball, down leg side on the front foot flick, well timed in the air uncontrolled to fine leg for 1 run, fielded by Nao.

  • 11.5

    FOUR! Sema Kamea to Daryl Mitchell. Off cutter length ball, wide outside off stump on the front foot driving, well timed in the air under control past deep extra cover for 4 runs.

  • 11.4

    FOUR! Sema Kamea to Daryl Mitchell. Off cutter half volley, down leg side on the front foot glancing, well timed past fine leg for 4 runs.

  • 11.3

    Sema Kamea to Kane Williamson. Back of a length, outside off stump on the back foot pulling, to deep backward square leg for 1 run, fielded by Soper.

  • 11.2

    Sema Kamea to Daryl Mitchell. Half volley, outside off stump on the front foot flick, to mid on for 1 run, shy attempt by Morea.

  • 11.1

    FOUR! Sema Kamea to Daryl Mitchell. Length ball, outside off stump on the front foot flick, well timed in the air under control past deep mid wicket for 4 runs.

  • End of Over 11
    Over 11. 6 runs. Bowler: Norman Vanua. New Zealand: 62/3 (rr 5.64)
  • 10.6

    Norman Vanua to Daryl Mitchell. Back of a length, outside off stump on the front foot driving, inside edge to leg gully for 1 run, shy attempt by Doriga.

  • 10.5

    Norman Vanua to Kane Williamson. Back of a length, wide outside off stump down the track cutting, to deep cover for 1 run, fielded by Soper.

  • 10.4

    FOUR! Norman Vanua to Kane Williamson. Back of a length, outside off stump down the track pulling, well timed in the air under control past deep backward square leg for 4 runs.

  • 10.3

    Norman Vanua to Kane Williamson. Seaming in length ball, outside off stump on the back foot defending, Gloved to silly point for no runs, fielded by Ura.

  • 10.2

    Norman Vanua to Kane Williamson. Length ball, outside off stump on the front foot working, mis-timed to point for no runs, fielded by Amini.

  • 10.1

    Norman Vanua to Kane Williamson. Length ball, outside off stump on the front foot defending, to gully for no runs, fielded by Amini.

  • End of Over 10
    Over 10. 3 runs. Bowler: Sema Kamea. New Zealand: 56/3 (rr 5.60)
  • 9.6

    Sema Kamea to Daryl Mitchell. Length ball, outside off stump on the back foot working, to fine leg for 2 runs, fielded by Nao.

  • 9.5

    Sema Kamea to Daryl Mitchell. Short, outside off stump down the track working, Gloved to short leg for no runs.

  • 9.4

    Sema Kamea to Daryl Mitchell. Seaming away short, outside off stump down the track pulling, missed for no runs, fielded by Doriga.

  • 9.3

    Sema Kamea to Daryl Mitchell. Length ball, outside off stump down the track defending, to short extra cover for no runs, fielded by Ura.

  • 9.2
    Devon Conway lbw b Sema Kamea 35 (32)

    OUT! L.B.W. Sema Kamea to Devon Conway. Seaming in length ball, outside off stump on the front foot Steer, hit pad. Desperate review from Conway results in vain.

  • 9.1

    Sema Kamea to Kane Williamson. Length ball, outside off stump on the front foot working, to deep square leg for 1 run, fielded by Soper.

  • End of Over 9
    Over 9. 14 runs. Bowler: Chad Soper. New Zealand: 53/2 (rr 5.89)
  • 8.6

    SIX! Chad Soper to Devon Conway. Length ball, outside off stump on the front foot driving, well timed in the air under control over long off for 6 runs. Straight down the ground.

  • 8.5

    Chad Soper to Devon Conway. Length ball, outside off stump on the front foot Steer, missed for no runs, fielded by Doriga.

  • 8.4

    Chad Soper to Kane Williamson. Half volley, outside off stump on the front foot driving, well timed to deep extra cover for 3 runs, run save by Vanua.

  • 8.3

    Chad Soper to Devon Conway. Back of a length, outside off stump on the back foot driving, thick edge to third man for 1 run, fielded by Kamea.

  • 8.2

    FOUR! Chad Soper to Devon Conway. Half volley, middle stump on the front foot driving, well timed past long off for 4 runs.

  • 8.1

    Chad Soper to Devon Conway. Yorker, outside off stump on the front foot driving, to backward point for no runs, fielded by Amini.

  • 7.6

    Sema Kamea to Kane Williamson. Back of a length, outside off stump down the track working, to short mid wicket for no runs, fielded by Ura.

  • 7.5

    FOUR! Sema Kamea to Kane Williamson. Out-swinging length ball, wide outside off stump down the track driving, well timed past deep cover for 4 runs, mis-fielded by Hiri.

  • 7.4

    Sema Kamea to Devon Conway. Length ball, outside off stump on the front foot working, to deep backward square leg for 1 run, fielded by Hiri.

  • 7.3

    Sema Kamea to Devon Conway. Length ball, outside off stump on the front foot driving, mis-timed to silly mid off for no runs.

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