Get ready for an exciting clash as Saudi Arabia (SAU) takes on Cambodia (CAB) in Match 4 of the ACC Men’s T20I Challenger Cup 2024 at the Terdthai Cricket Ground, Bangkok. This encounter marks the first meeting between Saudi Arabia and Cambodia in T20I cricket. Cambodia, having topped the Qualifying group with victories over Myanmar and China, is placed in Group A alongside Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia’s recent T20I outing was in the T20 World Cup Qualifiers against Kuwait, where they faced a four-wicket defeat. Despite posting a competitive total of 173 runs for the loss of four wickets in 20 overs, Kuwait successfully chased down the target in 18 overs. Key performers for Saudi Arabia in that match included Abdul Waheed, who scored 83 runs, and Waqar Ul Hassan, contributing 44 runs. Zain Ul Abidin played a role in the bowling department, taking two wickets.

On the other hand, Cambodia’s last match in the tournament was against China, resulting in a convincing 93-run victory. Cambodia set a target of 130 runs for China, with Lakshit Gupta scoring 27 runs and Etienne Beukes scoring 33 runs leading the run-scoring charts. The bowlers, spearheaded by Sharwan Godara’s four-wicket haul, bundled out China for a mere 37 runs in 15 overs. As Saudi Arabia looks to bounce back from their last defeat and Cambodia aims to continue their winning momentum, the match promises to be an intriguing battle in the ACC Men’s T20I Challenger Cup 2024.

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The conditions are expected to favor bowlers, particularly spinners, on a pitch that is conducive to bowling. Chasing has been the preferred strategy on this ground.