Netherlands is all set to take on the Sri Lanka in Match 19 of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 on Saturday, October 21 at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. Both the teams have a star-studded squad that can change the course of the game with their abilities. Netherlands is the favourite to win this encounter against Sri Lanka.
Netherlands and Sri Lanka have a fierce rivalry in the format. Both teams have played 5 ODI matches, with Netherlands winning 0 games and Sri Lanka winning 5 games so far in the head to head encounters. In this article, we will take a look at the key player battles to watch out for in the match 19 of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 between Netherlands and Sri Lanka.
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Here are three player battles to watch out for during NED vs SL match:
1) Sadeera Samarawickrama vs Paul van Meekeren
Sadeera Samarawickrama and Paul van Meekeren, both in good form, are set for an intriguing contest. While Samarawickrama recently notched a century against Pakistan in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023, van Meekeren played a pivotal role in the Netherlands’ victory over South Africa, claiming two crucial wickets.
2) Scott Edwards vs Dilshan Madhushanka
The battle between Scott Edwards and Dilshan Madhushanka promises excitement, as both players have shone in the tournament. Netherlands’ skipper, Edwards, played a vital role in their historic win against South Africa with an unbeaten 78. Meanwhile, Madhushanka has been a wicket-taking sensation with seven scalps in three matches.
3) Kusal Mendis vs Bas de Leede
Kusal Mendis is on a hot streak in the ICC ODI Cricket World Cup 2023, amassing 207 runs in three matches, featuring a century and a fifty. He now faces Bas de Leede, the Netherlands pacer who has claimed seven wickets, including a remarkable 4/62 against Pakistan. This clash between the in-form batter and the skillful bowler promises an exciting battle to watch.