In the highly awaited sixth match of the ICC Cricket ODI World Cup 2023, New Zealand vs Netherlands on October 9 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. With New Zealand coming off a convincing victory against England in the World Cup opener and the Netherlands facing a setback with a loss to Pakistan in their first game, this clash promises to be an exciting and closely-contested battle, capturing the attention of cricket fans worldwide.
Date, Time, and Venue of New Zealand vs Netherlands
- Date and Time: October 9, 2023, 08:30 am GMT / 02:00 pm IST
- Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.
Pitch Report at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium:
The Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium is expected to offer favorable conditions for bowlers, particularly fast bowlers who can exploit early seam and swing movement. As the fixture progresses, spinners may also come into play. In terms of batting, conditions are likely to become more conducive for scoring during the second innings. The ground’s expansive boundaries will allow batsmen to comfortably take singles and twos. Consequently, the team that wins the toss is expected to opt for fielding first to capitalize on the early bowling advantages.
Prediction for New Zealand vs Netherlands
For cricket enthusiasts participating in fantasy leagues, here are some key picks for the NZ vs. NED match:
- Wicketkeeper: Devon Conway
- Batters: Wesley Barresi, Daryl Mitchell, Max O’Dowd, Glenn Phillips
- All-rounders: Colin Ackermann, Rachin Ravindra, Mitch Santner, Bas de Leede
- Bowlers: Trent Boult, Logan van Beek
Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
- Choice 1: Devon Conway (c), Bas de Leede (vc)
- Choice 2: Rachin Ravindra (c), Devon Conway (vc)
Additional Dream11 Backup Players:
- Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Vikram Singh, Teja Nidamanuru
Squads for New Zealand vs Netherlands in ODI World Cup 2023
New Zealand:
Kane Williamson (c), Trent Boult, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitch Santner, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Will Young
Netherlands:
Scott Edwards (c), Max O’Dowd, Bas de Leede, Vikram Singh, Teja Nidamanuru, Paul van Meekeren, Colin Ackermann, Roelof van der Merwe, Logan van Beek, Aryan Dutt, Ryan Klein, Wesley Barresi, Saqib Zulfiqar, Shariz Ahmad, Sybrand Engelbrecht
As the cricketing world eagerly awaits this thrilling encounter, fans and pundits alike are gearing up for what promises to be a closely-fought and captivating match between New Zealand and the Netherlands. With both teams aiming to make their mark in the ODI World Cup 2023, the stage is set for a showdown that will keep cricket enthusiasts on the edge of their seats.