By Zainab Shafiq 
In the highly anticipated 11th match of the Americas Qualifiers, the picturesque National Stadium in Hamilton is set to witness a clash between two cricketing nations with their eyes on the prize. On October 7, at 6:00 PM IST (12:30 PM GMT / 09:30 AM local time), the Cayman Islands will square off against Panama.
Cayman Islands vs Panama Match Preview
The match between Panama and the Cayman Islands takes center stage with both teams finding themselves in a challenging situation. Unfortunately, their poor performance in the qualifiers has effectively taken them out of contention for a spot in the prestigious WT20 tournament. Panama, having faced four consecutive losses in their five matches and languishing at the bottom of the points table with just one point and a negative net run rate of -4.561, faces a daunting task ahead.
Similarly, the Cayman Islands, with one win and three losses from their five encounters, have also fallen short in their bid for WT20 qualification. While pride and the desire to finish the tournament on a positive note will fuel their determination, the larger aspirations of World Cup glory have sadly slipped out of reach for these teams in this edition of the Americas Region Final.
Cayman Islands vs Panama Weather Report
On the morning of October 7th, the weather is expected to be warm and humid in the Cayman Islands. The temperature will be around 29°C, with a RealFeel® of 31°C, making it a rather balmy start to the day. There will also be gusty winds with speeds reaching up to 65 kilometers per hour. Despite the wind, the skies are anticipated to be mostly sunny, providing a pleasant ambiance, especially if you’re seeking some shade with a RealFeel Shade™ temperature of 29°C. So, be prepared for a warm and breezy morning with a touch of humidity in the air.
Cayman Islands vs Panama Pitch Report
The pitch at the National Stadium in Hamilton is known for its true bounce and even pace, making it favorable for batsmen to score runs. Fast bowlers may find some assistance early on, but as the game progresses, it tends to become more batting-friendly. Spinners could play a crucial role in the middle overs, exploiting any dry patches that develop. Teams winning the toss here often opt to bat first, aiming to set a competitive total on this track.
Cayman Islands vs Panama Predicted XI
Cayman Islands: Rayman Sealy, Patrick Heron, Paul Manning, Akshay Naidoo, Brian Corbin, Troy Taylor, Romeo Dunka, Paul Chin, Conroy Wright, Alessandro Morris, Alistair Ifill
Panama: Laxman Gaonkar (c), Mohmad Sohel Patel, Yusuf Ebrahim, Mahmud Jasat, Anilkumar Natubhai Ahir (wk), Nikunj Ahir, Rahul Ahir, Abdullah Jasat, Khengar Bhal Ahir, Faizan Patel, Mahmad Data
Dream11 Team for Cayman Islands vs Panama
Captain: Laxman Gaonkar
Wicketkeeper: Natubhai Ahir
Batters: Rayman Sealy, Patrick Heron, Paul Manning, Mahmud Jasat
Bowlers: Faizan Patel, Alessandro Morris, Abdullah Jasat
All-rounders: Alistair Ifill, Nikunj Ahir
Where to Watch Cayman Islands vs Panama?
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Americas Final 2023 will be exclusively live-streamed on ICC.tv, with no broadcast coverage available.