LOG-leading Takashinga Patriots 2 will face off against Queens Cricket Club in a crucial 45-over National Premier League (NPL) clash at the Kwekwe Sports Club on Sunday (tomorrow).

Takashinga 2, currently leading the 14-team NPL table, will be aiming for their third consecutive win at the same venue.

However, the Chris Mpofu-led Queens Cricket Club will be seeking their second win on the trot after bouncing back from a defeat against Rainbow Cricket Club in their previous outing.

Captained by the experienced Knowledge Kaia, Takashinga 2 will unleash a potent bowling attack featuring Faraz Akram, Mgcini Dube, Cuthbert Musoko, and Trevor Gwandu.

The Highfields-based team’s batting lineup will be led by the in-form quartet of Tanunurwa Makoni, Rodney Mupfudza, Tinashe Chimbambo, and vice-captain Daichi Nyandoro.

Takashinga 2 is currently tied on points with Takashinga Patriots 1, SOGO Rangers, and Rainbow Cricket Club. However, they hold the top spot due to their superior net run rate of 3.318.

In the previous match, Takashinga 2 secured a convincing win against Amakhosi and are determined to replicate that performance to maintain their position at the top of the NPL standings.

Queens Cricket Club, currently in seventh place, has a strong lineup featuring Mpofu, Dalubuhle Mboyi, Ian Fuzane, and Munashe Chimusoro, who are expected to pose a tough challenge to the league leaders.

This encounter at Kwekwe Sports Club promises to be an exciting affair.

The in-form Takashinga Patriots 2 are aiming to solidify their position at the top of the table, while Queens Cricket Club are determined to challenge the leaders and improve their standings in the NPL.