| Kuwait start the 2006 ACC Trophy carrying the mantle of much
expectation. Third-place in the 2004 ACC Trophy heralded a
standard of play that went a long way in getting them ICC Associate
status.
The team that come to Malaysia this year have a significant
number of new faces and it is hoped that their talents and
enthusiasm will bring out the best in the seniors. Led by
veteran Mustansar Hassan, the team are a little stronger
in batting than bowling but as long as they are able to contain
the opposition, they are in with a good chance of being at
the business end of the tournament. The coaching and support
staff are amongst the canniest in the tournament.
The last group match with Hong Kong will be critical in
determining who will qualify for the quarter-finals with
Nepal.
ACC TROPHY 2004: 3rd |
