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The 45th ODI of the ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27 will see Netherlands facing Oman. Both teams are aiming to move up the points table, making this a significant match. Here’s a detailed match preview, including pitch and weather reports, team previews, points table, and ground statistics.
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Match Details
- Match: OMAN vs NED, 45th Match, ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27
- Date: Tuesday, November 05, 2024
- Time: 11:30 AM (Local Time)
- Venue: Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 1), Al Amerat
Broadcast Details
- Live Streaming: Available on FanCode
Points Table (As of Recent Matches)
| Teams | Mat | Won | Lost | Tied | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 16 | +0.426 |
| Canada | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 16 | +0.292 |
| Scotland | 10 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 13 | +1.182 |
| Netherlands | 9 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12 | +0.188 |
| Namibia | 12 | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 10 | -0.180 |
| Oman | 9 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 8 | -0.580 |
| Nepal | 11 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 5 | -0.271 |
| United Arab Emirates | 9 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 4 | -1.306 |
Team Previews
Netherlands Preview
The Netherlands, captained by Scott Edwards, have had a solid League Two campaign with consistent performances from players like Max O’Dowd and Bas de Leede. Their bowling, led by the likes of Paul van Meekeren and Aryan Dutt, has been reliable in defending totals. The Netherlands are currently positioned well on the points table and will aim to maintain their form.
Key Players:
- Scott Edwards (Captain & Wicketkeeper): A dependable middle-order batsman.
- Bas de Leede: An all-rounder capable of impacting both with the bat and ball.
- Paul van Meekeren: Known for his ability to take crucial wickets at the right time.
Netherlands Squad:
Scott Edwards (c & wk), Vikramjit Singh, Max O’Dowd, Noah Croes, Bas de Leede, Shariz Ahmad, Roelof van der Merwe, Timm van der Gugten, Aryan Dutt, Michael Levitt, Paul van Meekeren, Ryan Klein, Kyle Klein, Clayton Floyd, Vivian Kingma
Oman Preview
Oman, under Jatinder Singh’s captaincy, has seen mixed performances in this League Two campaign. With players like Jatinder and Mohammad Nadeem leading the charge, they rely heavily on all-round contributions. Their bowling, featuring Jay Odedra and Sandeep Goud, will need to be at its best to contain the Dutch batters.
Key Players:
- Jatinder Singh (Captain): Experienced batter and crucial in setting up a solid start.
- Mohammad Nadeem: Effective in both batting and bowling.
- Sandeep Goud: Known for his economical spells in the middle overs.
Oman Squad:
Jatinder Singh (c), Hammad Mirza (wk), Ashish Odedra, Karan Sonavale, Aamir Kaleem, Mohammad Nadeem, Sandeep Goud, Shakeel Ahmed, Samay Shrivastava, Jay Odedra, Muzahir Raza, Ahmad Faiz, Shoaib Khan, Rafiullah, Pratik Athavale, Khalid Kail
Pitch and Weather Report
Pitch Report:
The pitch at Al Amerat Cricket Ground is generally balanced, providing assistance to both batters and bowlers. However, teams batting second tend to perform better, with the surface likely to ease out for chasing. A score of around 230-240 can be competitive on this pitch.
Weather Conditions:
Al Amerat is expected to have clear skies with temperatures around 28°C. There is no forecast for rain, which should allow for an uninterrupted match.
Toss Prediction:
Teams winning the toss are likely to bowl first, given the trend of successful chases at this venue.
Ground Records and Statistics – Al Amerat Cricket Ground
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 20 |
| Matches Won by Home Side | 6 (30%) |
| Matches Won by Touring Side | 4 (20%) |
| Matches Won by Neutral Side | 8 (40%) |
| Matches Won Batting First | 5 (22.73%) |
| Matches Won Batting Second | 13 (59.09%) |
| Highest Individual Innings | 129* by C.G. Williams (Namibia, 2020) |
| Best Bowling | 6/11 by S. Lamichhane (Nepal, 2021) |
| Highest Team Innings | 324/7 (Namibia, 2020) |
| Lowest Team Innings | 82 (Papua New Guinea, 2021) |
| Highest Run Chase Achieved | 308/6 (UAE, 2022) |
| Average Runs per Wicket | 24.35 |
| Average Runs per Over | 4.53 |
| Average Score Batting First | 178 |
Score Prediction
- If Netherlands Bat First: 245+
- If Oman Bat First: 232+
Winning Chances
- Netherlands: 61%
- Oman: 39%
Match Prediction
Considering the team form, recent performances, and ground conditions, the Netherlands holds an edge over Oman in this match. They have a more balanced squad with a deeper batting lineup and a strong bowling attack to control Oman’s scoring potential.
Predicted Winner: Netherlands Will Win
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