The 24th match of the Cricket World Cup 2023 will feature a face-off between Australia and the Netherlands. The game is set to take place on Wednesday, October 25, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Australia currently stands at four wins and two losses, occupying the fourth position. The Netherlands secured a victory over South Africa to start their campaign and currently sit in third-last place, with one win in four games.
Australia’s recent clash against Pakistan saw them put up an impressive batting display. They amassed 367 runs for the loss of nine wickets in their 50 overs. David Warner and Mitchell Marsh played a vital role, establishing a partnership of 259 runs for the first wicket. However, the Australian batting faltered after the first wicket fell, failing to replicate the opening duo’s performance. Warner, who scored 163 runs at a strike rate of 131.45, was the top scorer. Marcus Stoinis contributed 21 runs off 24 deliveries.
The bowlers took some time to break the opening partnership, but once they did, Pakistan struggled to maintain the momentum. The middle order couldn’t make a significant impact, and Pakistan was eventually bowled out for 305 runs in 45.3 overs.
In their last game, the Netherlands won the toss and chose to bat against Sri Lanka. While their top-order struggled, with the first six wickets falling for just 91 runs, Sybrand Engelbrecht and Logan van Beek turned the game around. Their partnership of 130 runs for the 7th wicket helped the Netherlands reach a total of 262 runs. Engelbrecht scored 70 runs off 82 deliveries, while van Beek contributed 59 runs off 75 deliveries.
The Dutch bowlers had an average day and couldn’t pose a significant threat to the Sri Lankan batsmen. Although Sri Lanka lost two wickets in the first 10 overs, they comfortably chased down the Netherlands’ total in 48.2 overs with five wickets in hand.
Australia and the Netherlands had a warm-up match before the tournament, which was shortened to 23 overs due to rain. In that game, Australia scored 166 runs for the loss of seven wickets, while the Netherlands managed 84 runs for the loss of six wickets in 14.2 overs before the match was called off due to rain.
MATCH INFORMATION
- Australia vs Netherlands, 24th Match
- ICC Cricket World Cup
- Date: 25th Oct 2023
- Time: 2:00 PM IST
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
PITCH REPORT
The Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi has seen a variety of matches so far. In the first game at this venue, South Africa posted a massive total of 428 runs, while Afghan spinners dominated the English batting lineup in the most recent match. The ground features square and straight boundaries at almost identical distances. This pitch tends to favor batsmen, allowing them to accumulate runs comfortably. The average first-innings total in the last eight ODI games here has been 287 runs. The team winning the toss is likely to opt for batting.
PLAYER PICKS
CAPTAINS
- Mitchell Starc AUS | BOWL
The leading wicket-taker for Australia so far, Starc made a hat-trick in the warm-up game. He has taken six wickets in four games at an average of 32, with an economy of 5.48 and a strike rate of 35.
- David Warner AUS | BAT
Playing for Delhi Capitals in the IPL, Warner will make his first ODI appearance in Delhi. In his last game, he regained his rhythm and will aim to continue dominating the bowlers in this match.
- Adam Zampa AUS | BOWL
The top wicket-taker for Australia, Zampa has secured nine wickets in four games at an average of 24.77, with an economy of 6.19 and a strike rate of 24.
TOP PICKS
- Mitchell Marsh AUS | ALL
Marsh has scored 180 runs in four games at an average of 45 and a strike rate of 100. He has registered a century and a half-century for Australia so far.
- Bas de Leede NED | BAT
Featured in the Dream Team in three of his four World Cup outings, de Leede is the leading wicket-taker for the Netherlands, with seven wickets at an average of 27.28. He has scored 93 runs at an average of 23.25.
- Josh Hazlewood AUS | BOWL
With five wickets in four games at an average of 34.20, an economy of 4.88, and a strike rate of 42, Hazlewood is expected to enhance his overall record in this game.
BUDGET PICKS
- Pat Cummins AUS | BOWL
The Australian skipper has taken five wickets in four games, averaging 39.60, with an economy of 6.63 and a strike rate of 35.80.
- Marnus Labuschagne AUS | BAT
Labuschagne has scored 121 runs in four games, with an average of 30.25 and a strike rate of 64.70. He hasn’t reached a half-century yet but remains a great budget pick for this match.
- Scott Edwards NED | WK
Edwards is the second-highest run-scorer for the Netherlands, with 124 runs in four games, averaging 41.33 and boasting a strike rate of 108.77.
AVOID HAVING THESE PLAYERS IN YOUR FANTASY SPORTS TEAM
- Teja Nidamanuru NED | BOWL
With only 55 runs in four games, he may not be the best choice for fantasy teams.
- Steve Smith AUS | BAT
Smith has not been in the best form recently and might not be the right pick for fantasy teams.
Dream11 Match Prediction: HEAD TO HEAD
- WICKET KEEPER: S Edwards
- BATTER: MR Marsh, David Warner, Marnus Labuschagne
- ALL ROUNDER: BFW de Leede, GJ Maxwell
- BOWLER: Logan van Beek, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, A Zampa, Mitchell Starc
Dream11 Match Prediction: MEGA LEAGUE
- WICKET KEEPER: JP Inglis
- BATTER: MR Marsh, David Warner, Marnus Labuschagne
- ALL ROUNDER: BFW de Leede, Colin Ackermann
- BOWLER: Logan van Beek, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, A Zampa, Mitchell Starc
Get ready for an exciting clash between Australia and the Netherlands at the Cricket World Cup 2023. Make your Dream11 selections wisely and enjoy the game!
