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CHI vs SGP Match Prediction & Analysis

China and Singapore meet at Selangor Turf Club in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday for the 9th Match of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Asia Sub Regional Qualifier B 2026. Both teams have experienced contrasting results in their opening fixtures, with Singapore recovering from an initial defeat to register a convincing victory, while China have struggled to make an impact with the bat.

China suffered their second consecutive defeat against Hong Kong, China, after being bowled out for just 40 in 13.2 overs. Hong Kong completed the chase in only 3.4 overs, winning by eight wickets. China currently sit at the bottom of the supplied points table with zero points and a net run rate of -6.793. Singapore, meanwhile, defeated Maldives by 33 runs after posting 188/6, earning two points and moving to fourth place with a net run rate of -1.050.

Singapore will look to exploit China's batting struggles and build on their previous victory. China have lost both their matches while batting first, which could influence their approach if they win the toss. 

With Singapore demonstrating the ability to post a substantial total, China will need a significant improvement in their batting performance to compete. The match offers Singapore an opportunity to strengthen their position, while China desperately need their first victory of the campaign.

RECENT PERFORMANCE

CHI

L L L L

CHI

40/10 in 13.2 3

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Hong Kong, China beat China by 8 wickets

09 Oct 2026

HKG

41/2 in 3.4 11.18

CHI

96/10 in 16.3 5.82

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Maldives beat China by 10 wickets

08 Oct 2026

MDV

100/0 in 10.1 9.84

MAL

85/1 in 7.5 10.85

AGMT20I

Malaysia beat China by 9 wickets 02 Jun 2026

CHI

84/8 in 20.0 4.2

NEP

313/2 in 20.0 15.65

AGMT20I

Nepal won by 221 runs

31 May 2026

CHI

92/10 in 19.2 4.76

SGP

W L L L L

MDV

155/7 in 20.0 7.75

IMTWCASRQB

Singapore beat Maldives by 33 runs

09 Oct 2026

SGP

188/6 in 20.0 9.4

SDA

174/7 in 20.0 8.7

IMTWCASRQB

Saudi Arabia won by 75 runs

08 Oct 2026

SGP

99/7 in 20.0 4.95

SGP

210/6 in 20.0 10.5

AGMT20I

Bahrain beat Singapore by 2 runs 05 Jun 2026

BHR

212/8 in 20.0 10.6

SGP

61/10 in 12.3 4.88

AGMT20I

Hong Kong beat Singapore by 9 wickets 03 Jun 2026

HKG

64/1 in 6.3 9.85

SGP

143/6 in 15.0 9.53

AGMT20I

Oman Won by 7 runs

01 Jun 2026

OMA

149/7 in 15.0 9.93

HEAD TO HEAD

TEAMS PREVIEW

China Preview

China's most recent outing against Hong Kong, China, turned into a difficult batting performance after they were asked to bat first. They were dismissed for just 40 runs in 13.2 overs, with wickets falling regularly and the batting order unable to establish a meaningful partnership. 

Zong Yuechao top scored with 15 off 27 deliveries, while Tian Senqun contributed six runs. The rest of the batting lineup struggled to make an impact, leaving China with a total that was never likely to challenge Hong Kong.

The bowling attack had very little room to defend such a low score. Hong Kong raced to 41/2 in only 3.4 overs, completing an eight wicket victory. Ma Qiancheng and Deng Jinqi picked up one wicket each, while Liu Qingze conceded just three runs in 0.4 overs. 

However, China's overall performance was insufficient to put pressure on the opposition. Their previous defeat followed another loss earlier in the tournament, leaving them without a point after two matches.

China must now focus on improving their batting approach and avoiding another early collapse. Their supplied average first innings score of 68 highlights the difficulties they have experienced when setting a target. 

Against Singapore, they will need to build partnerships, rotate the strike more effectively and avoid losing wickets in clusters. Their bowling unit will also need to make early breakthroughs if Singapore bat first, particularly against an opponent that scored 188 in its previous match.

Key Players: Zong Yuechao, Ma Qiancheng, Liu Qingze

China Predicted Playing XI:

Du Jianhao, Du Jianyao, Yang Wangjie, Zong Yuechao, Tian Senqun, Shenjian Zheng, Ma Qiancheng, Chen Zhuoyue, Deng Jinqi, Liu Qingze, Yao Junting.

China Actual Playing XI:

Zhuoyue Chen, Zong Yuechao, Tian Senqun, Ma Qiancheng, Zheng Shenjian, Du Jianhao, Yang Wangjie, Zhao Zhilong, Junting Yao, Qingze Liu, Du Jianyao

Singapore Preview

Singapore produced an impressive batting performance against Maldives, scoring 188/6 in their allotted 20 overs. Surendran Chandramohan was the standout performer, smashing 105 off 61 balls with 13 fours and four sixes. 

Suryansh Gulecha provided an aggressive start with 20 off 12 deliveries, while Manpreet Singh added 50 off 36 balls. Their contributions helped Singapore establish a strong total and put considerable pressure on the Maldives batting lineup.

The bowling attack then ensured that the target remained beyond reach. Maldives finished on 155/7 in 20 overs, giving Singapore a 33 run victory. Jeevan Santhanam and Pranav Sudarshan claimed two wickets each, while Daksh Pratap Singh Tyagi also picked up two wickets. 

Harsh Venkataram took one wicket and conceded 15 runs in three overs. Singapore's ability to combine a powerful batting performance with timely wickets proved decisive after their opening defeat to Saudi Arabia.

Singapore will aim to carry that momentum into the clash against China, particularly with Chandramohan and Manpreet providing a strong foundation at the top of the order. Their average first innings score of 188 this season is considerably higher than China's 68, giving Singapore a clear advantage if they bat first. 

Their bowlers will also target China's vulnerable batting lineup, but maintaining discipline will be important to prevent any unexpected recovery. Singapore have a strong opportunity to secure another victory if they reproduce the quality of their previous performance.

Key Players: Surendran Chandramohan, Manpreet Singh, Daksh Pratap Singh Tyagi

Singapore Predicted Playing XI:

Suryansh Gulecha, Surendran Chandramohan, Riaan Naik, Manpreet Singh, Daksh Pratap Singh Tyagi, Girin Gune, Harsh Venkataram, Kabir Zandani, Jeevan Santhanam, Akshay Puri, Pranav Sudarshan.

Singapore Actual Playing XI:

Manpreet Singh, Pranav Sudarshan, Surendran Chandramohan, Akshay Roopak Puri, Jeevan Santhanam, Riaan Naik, Suryansh Gulecha, Harsh Venkataram, Daksh Tyagi, Kabir Zandani, Harman Singh

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

The forecast for Kuala Lumpur indicates a temperature of around 32°C, a 45% chance of precipitation, humidity of 71% and wind speeds of approximately 6 km/h. Thunderstorms are forecast for Sunday, raising the possibility of rain interruptions during the match. 

The humid conditions could make the playing environment uncomfortable, while rain may affect the available overs. If interruptions occur, the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method could become relevant, making it important for both teams to maintain a competitive scoring rate.

CHI vs SGP Pitch Report

The average first innings score at Selangor Turf Club is 140, where both the matches were won by the team batting first and two for teams batting second. The pitch is expected to remain consistent throughout the match, meaning there is no strong indication that batting conditions will deteriorate significantly as the innings progress.

Score Prediction

If China bat first: 70-80 runs

If Singapore bat first: 175-190 runs

Toss: To Bat

Although the venue has produced two victories for teams batting first and two for teams chasing, Singapore's batting average of 188 provides a compelling reason to set a target, while China's struggles when batting first make it difficult to back them to produce a competitive total. China may prefer to chase if they win the toss, but Singapore should look to put scoreboard pressure on their opponents.

Toss Prediction: China to win the coin toss