Bahrain tour of Qatar 2026

Qatar vs Bahrain, 4th T20I

Saturday, February 14, 2026
06:30 PM IST

Qatar

vs
Bahrain Cricket

Bahrain

Match Prediction

The 4th T20I between Qatar and Bahrain at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams look to assert dominance in the Bahrain tour of Qatar 2026. Qatar has showcased steady improvement with a balanced side combining experienced campaigners and talented youngsters. The team has won two of the previous three encounters in this series, indicating strong momentum. Key players, such as Mohammed Aslam with his consistent batting and Rizwan Hussain leading the bowling attack, have been central to their success. Bahrain, meanwhile, has been competitive but inconsistent. They have struggled against Qatar’s spin-heavy attack but boast destructive finishers like Saeed Al Amri who can change the game quickly. Bahrain aims to exploit any early breakthroughs and put pressure through aggressive batting upfront. Strategically, Qatar might look to control the middle over run rate and rely on disciplined bowling to stifle Bahrain’s batting. Bahrain will emphasize quick starts and power-hitting in the death overs. The toss could influence the game as early batting conditions are expected to be favorable. Overall, based on current form, squad balance, and tactical depth, Qatar holds a slight advantage in this match.

AI Suggested Match Winner

Qatar: 57%, Bahrain: 43%

Score Prediction

If Qatar bats first, considering the batting-friendly conditions at West End Park, the team is likely to post a competitive total in the range of 160-170 runs. Their top order, supported by a solid middle order, can capitalize on the powerplay and middle overs effectively. Conversely, if Bahrain bats first, a target between 155-165 seems achievable given their aggressive batting lineup but occasional middle order fragility. The pitch is expected to remain consistent, allowing batsmen to play freely but with some assistance to spinners in the middle overs. Both teams possess bowling units capable of breaking partnerships, so teams batting first will look to set a challenging yet defendable score around the 165-run mark to put pressure on the chase.

West End Park International Cricket Stadium - Pitch Report

The West End Park International Cricket Stadium is known for its balanced pitch offering good bounce and carry. Historically, the average first-innings score at this venue in T20Is hovers around 160 runs, with teams batting second winning approximately 52% of the matches, indicating a slight advantage to chasing sides. The pitch tends to slow down slightly after 10 overs, favoring spinners in the middle overs. Weather forecast for the evening match predicts clear skies with temperatures around 24°C and low humidity, ideal for cricket. Best bowler (head-to-head on this ground): Rizwan Hussain (Qatar) has taken 8 wickets with an economy of 6.2. Best batsman: Mohammed Aslam (Qatar) holds the highest individual score of 72* on this ground against Bahrain. Best overall performance: Saeed Al Amri (Bahrain) scored a quickfire 65 in previous encounters here.
Our betting tips for this match
Back Qatar to win with a 57% probability based on form and home advantage.
Consider betting on the match total to go over 150 runs given the batting-friendly pitch.
Top batsman to score runs bet: Mohammed Aslam for Qatar has high potential.

Qatar vs Bahrain - Head to Head Record in T20

Matches PlayedQatar WinsBahrain WinsDraw/No Result
7421

Team Recent Performance

TeamLast 5 MatchesWinsLosses
QatarWWLWL32
BahrainLWLWL23

Players to Watch

Mohammed Aslam (Qatar) - Coming off a masterclass of 60 runs in the previous game, he has been pivotal in anchoring Qatar's innings effectively.

Rizwan Hussain (Qatar) - His disciplined spin with tight lines has taken crucial wickets, with 2 key breakthroughs in the last match.

Aamer Raza (Qatar) - Known for his useful lower order hitting, he has contributed 40+ runs in pressure situations recently.

Saeed Al Amri (Bahrain) - A powerhouse batsman, his recent 50 off 28 balls showcased his ability to accelerate rapidly.

Fahad Al Khalifa (Bahrain) - Leading wicket-taker for Bahrain, his variations are key in middle overs; picked 3 wickets in the last match.

Yasir Shakir (Bahrain) - A dependable middle order batsman, has played some gritty innings to stabilize chase efforts recently.