The ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023 is all set for Match 24 between Australia and Netherlands, which will take place on Wednesday, October 25 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Australia is led by Pat Cummins, while Netherlands is captained by Scott Edwards.
As of now, 2 ODI matches have been played between Australia and Netherlands, in which Australia has won 2 matches while Netherlands has won 0 matches. The AUS team is currently ranked fourth, while the NED team is ranked fourteenth in the ICC ODI rankings.
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Here are top five players to watch out during Australia vs Netherlands, 24th Match ICC ODI World Cup 2023:
1) Pat Cummins
Australian captain Pat Cummins had a solid outing against Pakistan, maintaining control over his bowling and restricting the opposition batters. Despite giving away runs, he managed to take crucial wickets, including that of Saud Shakeel. Cummins is tasked with picking wickets and applying pressure on the Netherlands’ batting lineup to boost Australia’s confidence for upcoming matches.
2) Scott Edwards
Netherlands captain Scott Edwards showed promise in the previous match but couldn’t convert his start into a substantial score against Sri Lanka. He exhibited a decent touch with some boundary-scoring shots. He plays a pivotal role in the middle order, pressuring the Australian bowlers while maintaining the scoreboard’s momentum. He aspires to play attacking strokes against Australia’s high-quality bowling lineup and provide stability if the top order struggles.
3) Adam Zampa
Leg-spinner Adam Zampa showcased his worth with another impressive performance, securing his second four-wicket haul against Pakistan. Zampa bowled with excellent control, dismissing Pakistan captain Babar Azam among others. With the Netherlands’ vulnerability against spin, Zampa plays a crucial role in capturing wickets during the middle overs, creating uncertainty among the batsmen. He aims to maintain his impressive form against the Netherlands, contributing to Australia’s quest for their third victory in the tournament.
4) Colin Ackermann
Colin Ackermann displayed glimpses of his potential with some impressive shots in the previous match against Sri Lanka. He aims to excel against the formidable Australian bowling lineup featuring Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins, and Adam Zampa. Ackermann’s ability to play aggressive strokes makes him a key asset for the Netherlands, and the batting-friendly conditions in New Delhi offer him an opportunity to apply pressure on the Australian bowlers.
5) David Warner
David Warner made a resounding comeback to form by smashing 163 runs against Pakistan in Bengaluru. He took advantage of favorable batting conditions and dominated the Pakistani bowlers with a flurry of attacking shots. Warner’s primary role is to provide an aggressive start in the opening 10 overs, setting the stage for Australia to assert their dominance against the Netherlands.