- England vs. Netherlands in key ICC World Cup 2023 clash on Nov 8 at Pune.
- England looks for redemption; Netherlands eyes semis.
- Both chase Champions Trophy 2025 qualification.
England (ENG) and the Netherlands (NED) are set to face off in Match 40 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 on Wednesday, November 8. The game will take place at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, India, with the battle for pride and a chance at Champions Trophy 2025 qualification on the line.
England, known as the Three Lions, enters the match on a disappointing note, having suffered a 33-run defeat in their previous fixture against Australia. As a result, they find themselves at the bottom of the points table, holding the tenth position with just one win from seven matches and two points to their name. England’s hopes of advancing in the tournament have been dashed, but they are eager to salvage their pride.
On the other side, the Netherlands is coming off a seven-wicket loss to Afghanistan in their previous match. They currently occupy the ninth spot on the points table, having secured two wins from seven matches and accumulating four points. Unlike England, the Dutch still have an outside chance of making it to the semi-finals, adding to the intrigue of this encounter.
The upcoming fixture is of paramount importance for both teams, as it not only signifies a bid for redemption but also holds the key to qualification for the Champions Trophy 2025. Both England and the Netherlands are determined to finish in the top eight to secure their place in the next ICC ODI tournament.
Match Details:
- Teams: England vs. Netherlands
- Event: ODI World Cup 2023, Match 40
- Venue: Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
- Date & Time: Wednesday, November 8, 2:00 PM (IST)
- Live Streaming: Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar app and website
Pitch Report at MCA Stadium: In recent matches at the venue, the team bowling first has emerged victorious in three out of five games. The average first innings score stands at 303, with the highest successful chase being 351 in the history of the stadium. Considering this, the team winning the toss is likely to opt for bowling first.
Head-to-Head Record (ENG vs. NED):
- Matches Played: 6
- England Wins: 6
- Netherlands Wins: 0
- First Played: 22-Feb-1996
- Last Played: 22-Jun-2022
Probable Playing XIs: England (ENG):
- Jonny Bairstow, Dawid Malan, Joe Root, Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler (c & wk), Moeen Ali, Liam Livingstone, Chris Woakes, David Willey, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood
Netherlands (NED):
- Wesley Barresi, Max ODowd, Colin Ackermann, Sybrand Engelbrecht, Scott Edwards (c & wk), Bas de Leede, Saqib Zulfiqar, Logan van Beek, Roelof van der Merwe, Aryan Dutt, Paul van Meekeren
Probable Best Performers: Probable Best Batter:
- Dawid Malan (England)
- Leading the charge for England with the bat, Malan has been the standout performer. He has amassed 286 runs from seven innings at an average of 40.85 and a strike rate of 99.65, featuring one century and one fifty.
Probable Best Bowler:
- Bas de Leede (Netherlands)
- As the leading wicket-taker for the Netherlands, Bas de Leede has picked up 11 wickets from six innings, maintaining an average of 30.09 and an economy rate of 7.04. He started his campaign with a remarkable four-wicket haul against Pakistan and aims to replicate his performance in the upcoming fixture.
Cricket enthusiasts and fans around the world eagerly await this clash, which promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams strive for redemption and the opportunity to secure a place in the Champions Trophy 2025. Stay tuned for what could be a game-changing battle on November 8, 2023, at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune.
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