Match Prediction:
In Chennai, New Zealand will face Bangladesh in Match 11 of the 2023 Cricket World Cup. New Zealand leads the group stage with two wins from two, including decisive 99-run and nine-wicket victories against the Netherlands and England. Bangladesh defeated Afghanistan by 6 wickets in their first match before falling to England by 137 runs on Tuesday. Continue reading for a preview of this day-night ODI. The game begins at 14:00 local time at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
New Zealand have found their form in this format at the perfect time and are set to take their team to the next level with the return of their skipper. Despite the fact that the pitch may favor some of Bangladesh’s players, New Zealand will be optimistic of making it three wins out of three in this competition.
With so many excellent spin bowling options, Bangladesh will consider the pitch in Chennai to be in their favor. However, the Tigers’ inability to score enough runs has been a problem in recent months, and they will need some big hits to be competitive in this game.
Winning Chances:
Toss Prediction:
The last eight ODIs at this venue have been won by the side batting first and four by the team batting second. However, with teams preferring to field first in this year’s Cricket World Cup, we anticipate that both captains will opt to field first.
Weather Report:
Friday afternoon will be mostly bright, with some cloud cover in the evening. The temperature will be in the 30s for the majority of the game, with humidity levels expected to reach 80% towards the finish.
Pitch Report:
The pitch in Chennai is always one that provides turn for spin bowlers. On Friday, we predict a par score of approximately 300 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium.
New Zealand Preview:
Kane Williamson is expected to return to the team after proving his fitness in recent training sessions. However, with many of the hitters in good form, his comeback will make it difficult for team management to decide who to leave out for this game.
New Zealand Squad Predicted:
Devon Conway, Will Young, Kane Williamson (c),Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, James Neesham, Matt Henry, Trent Boult
Bangladesh Preview:
Mahedi Hasan replaced Mahmudullah in the Bangladesh XI before the loss to England on Tuesday, and we expect Mahedi to keep his spot for this game, with the Chennai pitch expected to be favourable for spinners.
Bangladesh Squad Predicted:
Litton Das, Tanzid Hasan, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan (c), Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Towhid Hridoy, Mahedi Hasan, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam
New Zealand vs Bangladesh Prediction:
Although New Zealand has made a strong start in this competition, we do not anticipate them to have an easy day in Chennai on Friday. Bangladesh has players who can deliver considerably more than what we saw against England, and they should be at ease on the turning track at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Having said that, New Zealand will be buoyed by the return of Kane Williamson, who will join a team that is full of confidence. We expect Bangladesh to push New Zealand throughout the game, but we believe New Zealand will come out on top on Friday.
