New Zealand is all set to take on the Bangladesh in Match 11 of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 on Friday, October 13 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Both the teams have a star-studded squad that can change the course of the game with their abilities. New Zealand is the favourite to win this encounter against Bangladesh.
New Zealand and Bangladesh have a fierce rivalry in the format. Both teams have played 40 ODI matches, with New Zealand winning 30 games and Bangladesh winning 10 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 11 of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 between New Zealand and Bangladesh.
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Here are three player battles to watch out for during NZ vs BAN match:
1) Kane Williamson vs Shakib Al Hasan
One of the most highly-anticipated clashes in this game will feature New Zealand’s returning skipper, Kane Williamson, and Bangladesh’s counterpart, Shakib Al Hasan. These two cricketing stalwarts boast a closely matched record in their duels. Williamson has compiled 99 runs off 99 deliveries bowled by Shakib, with an average of 99.0 and a strike rate of 100.0. The spinner has managed to dismiss Williamson once and will be eager to repeat the feat in this pivotal encounter. Their strategic prowess and extensive experience make this battle a must-watch.
2) Devon Conway vs Mustafizur Rahman
The showdown between New Zealand’s Devon Conway and Bangladesh’s Mustafizur Rahman promises to be an enthralling spectacle. In their prior encounters, Conway has enjoyed relative success against Rahman, accumulating 52 runs off just 40 deliveries at a strike rate of 130.0. Mustafizur has claimed his wicket once, leaving Conway with an impressive average of 52.0 against him. With Conway’s current form and batting finesse and Rahman’s knack for providing crucial breakthroughs, fans can anticipate a captivating contest between bat and ball.
3) Tom Latham vs Taskin Ahmed
The face-off between Tom Latham and Taskin Ahmed promises to be a captivating spectacle. Latham has had the upper hand in their previous clashes, accumulating 65 runs from 48 balls at an impressive strike rate of 135.4, all without being dismissed even once. Taskin, renowned for his pace and bounce, will be eager to snap this streak and provide Bangladesh with an early breakthrough. Their matchup is pivotal, with Latham’s ability to anchor the innings pitted against Ahmed’s aggressive bowling style.