The ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023 is all set for Match 13 between England and Afghanistan, which will take place on Sunday, October 15 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. England is led by Jos Buttler, while Afghanistan is captained by Hashmatullah Shahidi.
As of now, 2 ODI matches have been played between England and Afghanistan, in which England has won 2 matches while Afghanistan has won 0 matches. The English team is currently ranked six, while the Afghan team is ranked nine in the ICC ODI rankings.
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Here are top five players to watch out during England vs Afghanistan, 13th Match ICC ODI World Cup 2023:
1) Joe Root
Joe Root has been in exceptional form during the tournament, scoring consecutive half-centuries. His scores of 77 against New Zealand and 82 against Bangladesh have been impressive, and fans will be eager to see if he can convert his starts into a century in the match in Delhi, potentially leading England to victory.
2) Rashid Khan
Rashid Khan is a key player to watch for Afghanistan. His role as a bowler will be pivotal in the game. Rashid demonstrated his ability to take crucial wickets by dismissing both Indian openers in the previous match. If he can replicate his success against England, he may curtail their run-scoring capabilities in the middle overs.
3) Dawid Malan
Dawid Malan’s recent performance in the last game against Bangladesh earned him the Man of the Match award. He achieved his career-best score of 140 and has an impressive record of six centuries in just 23 innings, with an average of 63.16. These statistics make him a player to watch, and his batting prowess could prove vital for England.
4) Hashmatullah Shahidi
Hashmatullah Shahidi stood out as the top-scorer in the last game against India in Delhi. After a slow start, he accelerated and crafted an 88-ball 80, featuring eight fours and one six. Shahidi’s remarkable performance in that innings will likely boost his confidence and set the stage for a strong showing against the defending champions in the same venue.
5) Mark Wood
Mark Wood’s performance is expected to have a significant impact on the game. He is considered the most impactful bowler on either side. While his express pace can make him occasionally expensive, it also makes him a potent wicket-taker. Wood’s speed can pose a challenge for Afghanistan’s batters, making him a key player to watch in the match.