Match 7: Indonesia vs Philippines
Match Details
- Date aur Time: 10 July 2025, 6:30 AM IST (1:30 AM GMT / 8:30 AM Local)
- Venue: Udayana Cricket Ground, Bali
- Format: T20I
Team Analysis
Indonesia
Positives:
- Home advantage at Udayana Cricket Ground, where they’ve won 21 of 36 T20Is batting first.
- Strong batting led by Kadek Gamantika, who scored 54 in a tied match against Philippines in 2023.
- Recent form: Beat Cambodia 4-2 in 2023 T20I series.
Negatives:
- Inconsistent bowling, especially in death overs.
- Over-reliance on top-order batsmen like Gamantika.
Philippines
Positives:
- Aggressive batting with players like Daniel Smith, who holds records for partnerships.
- Won 3 of 6 T20Is against Indonesia in 2023, including a 7-wicket win.
- Strong partnerships, e.g., 70-run stand by Samra and Kulwinderjeet Singh.
Negatives:
- Bowling lacks wicket-taking ability on batting-friendly pitches.
- Inconsistent season with only occasional standout performances.
Favorite Players
- Indonesia:
- Kadek Gamantika: Reliable captain, scored 54 (44) against Philippines in 2023.
- Ferdinando Banunaek: All-rounder, took 2/18 and scored 54 in 2023.
- Philippines:
- Daniel Smith: Aggressive opener, part of key partnerships.
- Kulwinderjeet Singh: Record-breaking six-hitter, boosts middle order.
Underperforming Players
- Indonesia: Unnamed bowlers struggle with economy rates in crunch situations.
- Philippines: Some top-order batsmen fail to convert starts into big scores.
Past Performance Stats
| Player | Team | Runs/Wickets (2023 vs Opponent) | Match Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kadek Gamantika | Indonesia | 54 runs (44 balls) | Tied |
| Ferdinando Banunaek | Indonesia | 54 runs, 2/18 | Tied |
| Daniel Smith | Philippines | Part of 56-run partnership | Won by 7 wickets |
| Kulwinderjeet Singh | Philippines | Part of 70-run partnership | Won by 8 wickets |
Prediction
Indonesia ka home advantage aur batting depth unhe slight edge deta hai. Lekin Philippines ke aggressive batsmen aur past record (3 wins in 2023 series) unhe competitive banate hain. Udayana ka pitch batting-friendly hai, isliye high-scoring game expected hai. Prediction: Indonesia likely to win by a close margin.
Match 8: Philippines vs South Korea
Match Details
- Date aur Time: 10 July 2025, 11:00 AM IST (6:00 AM GMT / 1:00 PM Local)
- Venue: Udayana Cricket Ground, Bali
- Format: T20I
Team Analysis
Philippines
Positives:
- Strong batting with players like Miggy Podosky, who hit 11 sixes in a T20I.
- Good chasing record, winning by 7 wickets against Indonesia in 2023.
- Experienced in T20I qualifiers.
Negatives:
- Bowling unit lacks consistency on flat pitches.
- Over-reliance on key batsmen like Podosky.
South Korea
Positives:
- Emerging team with improving T20I experience from 2024 EAP qualifiers.
- Balanced squad with young talent.
- Spin bowling suits Udayana’s conditions.
Negatives:
- Limited T20I exposure compared to Philippines.
- Batting struggles against aggressive pace attacks.
Favorite Players
- Philippines:
- Miggy Podosky: Explosive batsman, record 11 sixes in a T20I.
- Henry Tyler: Consistent opener, part of 66-run partnership.
- South Korea:
- Unnamed All-rounder: Emerging talent, key in qualifiers.
- Spinner: Suits pitch, expected to control middle overs.
Underperforming Players
- Philippines: Pace bowlers struggle on batting-friendly pitches.
- South Korea: Top-order batsmen lack big-match experience.
Past Performance Stats
| Player | Team | Runs/Wickets (2024 EAP Qualifiers) | Match Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miggy Podosky | Philippines | 11 sixes in a T20I | N/A |
| Henry Tyler | Philippines | Part of 66-run partnership | N/A |
| Unnamed All-rounder | South Korea | Key performer in qualifiers | N/A |
Prediction
Philippines ka batting firepower, especially Podosky ka aggression, unhe favorite banata hai. South Korea ke spinners challenge de sakte hain, lekin unka limited experience unhe rok sakta hai. Prediction: Philippines likely to win comfortably.