The matches are coming thick and fast in the ongoing Global T20 Canada tournament and match six will see Vancouver Knights and Montreal Tigers going head-to-head at CAA Centre, Brampton, Ontario, on July 28.
Both sides have had contrasting starts to the season, with the Montreal Tigers winning their inaugural match, while the Vancouver Knights have lost two games on the trot. The Chris Lynn-led side will aim to carry their momentum from their previous fixture and make it two in two. On the other hand, Usman Khawaja and Co. are desperate to open their winning account in this Global T20 after suffering back-to-back defeats.
Ahead of this enthralling contest, let’s dive into pitch report, top players, squads, and match predictions for this contest. 
CAA Centre, Brampton Pitch Report
The pitch at the CAA Centre has looked sluggish in this Global T20 event, and batters have struggled to find their footing due to variable bounce. Batters need to be smart with their strokeplay and adapt to the conditions to play long innings. A score of over 160 would be a good total on this pitch.
CAA Centre, Brampton Pitch Stats (Global T20)
Total Matches: 29
Matches won batting first: 9
Matches won bowling first: 20
Average 1st innings Score: 130
Average 2nd innings Score: 124
Squads:
Montreal Tigers Squad: Ashton Agar, Chris Lynn(c), Tim Seifert, Dilpreet Bajwa, Aaditya Varadarajan, Ben Manenti, Raymon Reifer, Anoop Ravi(w), Aayan Afzal Khan, Zahoor Khan, Kaleem Sana, Mohammad Saifuddin, Yuvraj Hundal, Prabhasees Raina, Charanjit Randhawa, Naveen-ul-Haq, Sherfane Rutherford, Azmatullah Omarzai, Parveen Kumar
Vancouver Knights Squad: Usman Khawaja(c), Reeza Hendricks, Munir Ahmad(w), Harsh Thaker, Nitish Kumar, Dwaine Pretorius, Michael Rippon, Yuvraj Samra, Sandeep Lamichhane, Mohammad Amir, Paul van Meekeren, Richie Berrington, Jeremy Gordon, Asif Ali, Dipendra Singh Airee, Rishiv Ragav Joshi, Sarmad Anwar, Ajayveer Hundal, Mandeep Girdhar
VK vs MON Top Players Predictions
Harsh Thaker (VK): The Canadian player is the leading run-scorer in the ongoing Global T20 so far, with 79 runs to his name in two games. Despite his valiant 79*-run knock in the previous match Knights failed to secure victory. The 26-year-old can also aid with his off-spin bowling.
Aayan Afzal Khan (MON): The left-arm bowler impressed with his prowess in his first match of Global T20 2024, grabbing four wickets. Considering the pitch behavior at the CAA Centre, Aayan could prove to be lethal for his opponents.
Ashton Agar (MON): The Australian player was awarded Player of the Match in the Montreal Tigers’ inaugural match for his impressive all-round performance. He spearheaded the innings for the Tigers, contributing a valuable 41 runs, and also chipped in with a couple of wickets with the ball. The 30-year-old is a key player for the Tigers and would look to deliver with both bat and ball in this contest as well.
VK vs MON Hit or Miss Prediction
Chris Lynn (MON): The Tigers skipper failed to make an impact in their inaugural contest of this Global T20, mustering only 12 runs. However, the Australian batter brings a wealth of experience to the Montreal Tigers, having played in various franchise leagues. The right-hander is known for his aggressive batting style and his stay at the crease will be crucial for the Montreal side.
VK vs MON Conditions-based Predictions
- Pacers tend to get assistance with the new ball
- Spinners will come in handy as the game progresses
- Bowling first should be a good choice
Global T20: VK vs MON Match Predictions
Batting at the CAA Centre won’t be easy due to uneven bounce, so for that reason, the highest individual score in this contest might remain under 65.5 runs (1.88).. The Odds.
VK vs MON Winner Prediction
Vancouver Knights might have lost their first two matches but they have quality players in their squad and are desperate for a win. Usman Khawaja and Co. are likely to grab their first win in the ongoing Global T20 event.
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