Get ready for an electrifying encounter as China (CHN) takes on Japan (JPN) in Match 6 of the East Asia Cup 2024 at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground in Hong Kong. These teams are meeting for the second time in this tournament, with Japan having dominated their previous clash.

In their last encounter, Japan secured a resounding victory over China, defeating them by a massive margin of 180 runs. Japan’s dominant performance saw them post a formidable total of 258 runs for no loss in 20 overs, leaving China with a daunting chase. However, China struggled to counter Japan’s bowling attack and could only manage to score 78 runs in 17 overs, losing all their wickets in the process. Top performers for China included Wei Guo Lei, who scored 24 runs, and Zou Kui, who contributed 10 runs, although their bowlers failed to make an impact.

Meanwhile, Japan enters this match determined to bounce back from their recent defeat against Hong Kong. Despite some standout individual performances, including Sabaorish Ravichandran’s five-wicket haul and Ibrahim Takahashi’s 25 runs, Japan fell short in their pursuit of Hong Kong’s total of 155 runs. With players like Declan Suzuki, who took three wickets in the last match, Japan will aim to rectify their shortcomings and put up a strong performance against China.