Japan vs Samoa Super Six Match 3 Highlights – ICC T20 World Cup EAP Qualifier 2025
Date: Sunday, 12 October 2025
Venue: Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 1), Al Amerat
Time: 8:00 PM Local | 03:00 PM GMT
Japan took on Samoa in the Super Six Match 3 of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier 2025. Both teams were determined to make a mark in this crucial round at Al Amerat Cricket Ground under the floodlights.
After winning the toss, Samoa chose to bat first, hoping to put pressure on Japan with a big total. The decision, however, backfired as Japan’s disciplined bowling attack struck early. Their spinners controlled the middle overs, restricting the Samoan batsmen effectively.
In response, Japan’s top order looked steady, led by their captain’s composed innings. Despite some late breakthroughs by Samoa, Japan successfully chased the target with a few balls to spare, earning a vital win in the Super Six stage.
Match Summary
- Toss: Samoa, elected to bat first
- Venue: Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 1)
- Event: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier 2025
- Match Number: Super Six – Match 3 (G3 Q2 v G2 Q2)
Teams
Japan: Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming (c), Lachlan Yamamoto-Lake (wk), Kohei Kubota, Declan Suzuki, Marcus Thurgate, Reo Sakurano, Kazumasa Takahashi, Makoto Taniyama, Daichi Jin, Wataru Miyauchi, Ibrahim Takahashi
Samoa: Sean Solia (c), Peni Beel, Benjamin Mailata, James Baker, Theo Baker, Tomasi Andrew, Elijah Taylor, Afaese Afamasaga, Faasau Taulapapa, David Jimenez, Ben Mailata
Form Guide
- Japan: WWLLW
- Samoa: LWWLL
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