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Singapore vs Bahrain 1st T20I Toss Update: Manpreet Singh Wins Toss, Opts to Bowl First

Cricket fans are in for an exciting encounter as Singapore takes on Bahrain in the 1st T20I match at the Singapore National Cricket Ground. The much-anticipated game, scheduled for Friday, February 28, saw Singapore captain Manpreet Singh winning the toss and choosing to bowl first, setting the stage for a thrilling contest.

Both teams are eager to make a strong start in the series, and with Bahrain ranked higher in the ICC T20I rankings at 26 compared to Singapore’s 38, the visitors are coming in with a slight advantage. However, Singapore’s recent form suggests they are ready to challenge their opponents, having won their last three T20I matches.

Team Line-Ups Announced

As the teams took the field, both captains revealed their playing XIs for the crucial encounter. Bahrain’s squad boasts experienced players, including Abdul Majid Abbasi, Ahmer Bin Nasir, and Muhammad Rizwan, while Singapore’s line-up features Manpreet Singh leading from the front alongside key players like Aritra Dutta and Rohan Rangarajan.

Bahrain Playing XI

• Abdul Majid Abbasi

• Ahmer Bin Nasir

• Ali Dawood

• Asif Mohammad Ibrahim Shaikh

• Fiaz Ahmed

• Imran Javed Anwar

• Junaid Aziz

• Muhammad Rizwan

• Prashant Kurup

• Sohal Ahmed

• Ubaid Murtaza Minhas

Singapore Playing XI

• Aahan Gopinath Achar

• Akshay Roopak Puri

• Aman Desai

• Aritra Dutta

• Ishaan Paul Sawney

• Manpreet Singh (C)

• Pranav Sudarshan Rajesh Krishnan

• Ramesh Kalimuthu

• Rohan Rangarajan

• Surendran Chandramohan

• Suryansh Gulecha

Bahrain Holds Higher ICC Ranking but Singapore in Good Form

On paper, Bahrain holds the advantage with a superior ICC T20I ranking and an impressive record in recent matches, having won four of their last five encounters. Their squad is balanced with skilled batters and a potent bowling attack, making them strong contenders to dominate the opening game.

Singapore, however, enters the contest in strong form, riding on a three-match winning streak. With home-ground advantage and a determined squad, they aim to put up a fierce fight against Bahrain. Manpreet Singh’s decision to bowl first suggests confidence in his team’s ability to chase down a target efficiently.

Where to Watch Live​

For cricket fans eager to catch the action, it is unfortunate that there will be no live streaming available for the T20I series between Singapore and Bahrain. However, match updates, live scores, and key moments will be available on various sports news platforms and social media channels.

What to Expect from This Clash

As Singapore and Bahrain lock horns, the match promises to be an engaging contest between two rising cricketing nations. With both teams aiming to kickstart their campaign with a win, fans can expect a high-energy game featuring some quality T20 cricket. Whether Singapore can leverage their form and home conditions or Bahrain continues their dominant streak remains to be seen.

Stay tuned for post-match updates, analysis, and insights as the Singapore vs Bahrain T20I series unfolds.