New Zealand and South Africa to Clash in Crucial Fixture of ICC Cricket World Cup 2023
New Zealand and South Africa will face off in the highly anticipated 32nd fixture of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 on November 1. The match will take place at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune.
Both teams have been performing exceptionally well in the tournament. South Africa is currently placed second on the points table with five wins and only one loss. On the other hand, New Zealand occupies the third spot with four wins out of their six matches.
South Africa has displayed their dominance in the tournament, except for a minor setback against the Netherlands. In their last game, they secured a thrilling one-wicket victory over Pakistan, with Keshav Maharaj leading the charge.
However, New Zealand has encountered some challenges recently. They have suffered defeats in their last two matches. Additionally, doubts surround the availability of key players Kane Williamson and Lockie Ferguson for the upcoming clash.
Here is the predicted line-up for both teams:
New Zealand: Devon Conway, Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (c/wk), Glenn Phillips, James Neesham, Trent Boult, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson
South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Keshav Maharaj, Tabraiz Shamsi, Lungi Ngidi, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Gerald Coetzee
In their head-to-head record in ODIs, South Africa has the upper hand with 41 wins, compared to New Zealand’s 25 victories. Five matches have ended in no-result.
The toss will take place at 1:30 PM IST. As for the weather forecast, it will be a sunny day in Pune with no expected rainfall. The temperature will reach a high of 33° Celsius in the afternoon before dropping to 18° Celsius in the evening.
Considering the current form and recent performances, South Africa enters the match as the favorite. While New Zealand has a history of surpassing expectations, South Africa’s superior form gives them an edge.
According to the odds provided Dafabet, South Africa is more likely to emerge as the victors of the match.
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The clash between New Zealand and South Africa has the potential for a thrilling contest in the Cricket World Cup 2023.