Bhutan vs Bahrain Match Preview – T20I Series Final, 2025

Match Details

• Match: Bhutan (BHU) vs Bahrain (BAH)
• Series: Bahrain Tour of Bhutan, 2025
• Format: T20I
• Date: Sunday, 14th December 2025
• Time: 09:30 AM IST / 04:00 AM GMT
• Venue: Gelephu International Cricket Ground, Gelephu, Bhutan
• Match Number: 5th T20I
• Status: Upcoming

Series Context

Bahrain has dominated the series so far, winning the first four matches by 8 wickets, 61 runs, 35 runs, and 42 runs respectively. The final match on Sunday, December 14, will offer Bhutan a chance to put up a strong fight and potentially end the series on a high note.

Pitch and Weather Report

Pitch:
The Gelephu International Cricket Ground is expected to offer a balanced surface. The pitch is likely to assist both the batters and bowlers, with the potential to aid spinners later in the innings. Teams may prefer batting second, especially if the toss is close.

Weather:
The match is expected to be played under cloudy conditions with a temperature of around 16°C. The humidity will be at 53%, and the wind speed is expected to remain low at 2.0 km/h. There is a 36% chance of precipitation, so the weather could play a role in the toss and strategy.

Team News & Playing XIs

Bhutan (BHU) Possible Playing XI

1. Suprit Pradhan
2. Tenjin Rabgey
3. Thinley Jamtsho (C)
4. Jigme Singye
5. Ranjung Mikyo Dorji
6. Sherab Loday
7. Gakul Ghalley
8. Namgay Thinley
9. Tenzin Wangchuk
10. Sonam Yeshi
11. Dawa Dawa

Key Players to Watch:

• Thinley Jamtsho (Captain): A crucial batter and wicketkeeper, expected to lead from the front.
• Suprit Pradhan: The opening batter with a strong record in the series.
• Tenzin Wangchuk: A key pacer, Bhutan’s leading wicket-taker in this series.

Bahrain (BAH) Possible Playing XI

1. Ahmer Bin Nasir (WKC)
2. Fiaz Ahmed
3. Sohail Ahmed
4. Prashanth Kurup (WK)
5. Junaid Aziz
6. Imran Khan
7. Shashank Shukla
8. Muhammad Rizwan Butt
9. Ali Dawood
10. Sohail Ahmed
11. Ahmer Bin Nasir (WKC)

Key Players to Watch:

• Asif Ali: A vital middle-order batter with a strong performance record.
• Sohail Ahmed: A reliable opener and all-rounder.
• Fiaz Ahmed: The top-order batter and key run-scorer for Bahrain.

Captain & Vice-Captain Choices

• Bhutan (BHU):

  • Captain: Thinley Jamtsho (86 Points, 7.5 CRR)
  • Vice-Captain: Suprit Pradhan (212 Points, 8 CRR)

• Bahrain (BAH):

  • Captain: Asif Ali (237 Points, 9 CRR)
  • Vice-Captain: Sohail Ahmed (346 Points, 7.5 CRR)

Head-to-Head

Bahrain has had a clear advantage in this T20I series, having won all four completed matches. However, this final match could see a shift in momentum if Bhutan's batters perform well and the bowlers execute their plans effectively.

Prediction and Strategy Outlook

Given the balance of the pitch and the weather, the toss might be a crucial factor. Bahrain, coming into the match with confidence and a strong performance record, might look to enforce a chase. However, Bhutan will be eager to show improvement and put up a competitive total.

Key Matchups to Watch:

• Suprit Pradhan vs Muhammad Rizwan Butt (bowling duel)
• Thinley Jamtsho vs Shashank Shukla (batter vs spinner)
• Sohail Ahmed vs Tenzin Wangchuk (pace vs pace)

Live Streaming & Coverage

• Live Streaming: The match will be live on FanCode.
• Highlights: Available on FanCode post-match.

Conclusion

While Bahrain has shown dominance in the series, the final match of the T20I series between Bhutan and Bahrain promises to be an exciting encounter. Bhutan will look to end the series on a high, while Bahrain will aim for a clean sweep. The toss could be the turning point, and the team winning the toss is likely to make the right decision based on the conditions.

Prediction: Bahrain to win by a narrow margin, but Bhutan could give a strong fight.
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