The ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023 is all set for Match 28 between Netherlands and Bangladesh, which will take place on Saturday, October 28 at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Netherlands is led by Scott Edwards, while Bangladesh is captained by Shakib Al Hasan.
As of now, 2 ODI matches have been played between Netherlands and Bangladesh, in which Netherlands has won 1 match while Bangladesh has won 1 match. The Netherlands team is currently ranked second, while the Bangladesh team is ranked fifth in the ICC ODI rankings.
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Here are top five players to watch out during Netherlands vs Bangladesh, 28th Match ICC ODI World Cup 2023:
1) Shakib Al Hasan
Shakib Al Hasan experienced a modest outing in the previous match against South Africa, both as a batsman and bowler. He is determined to make a significant impact in both facets of the game, aiming to apply pressure on the Netherlands. Shakib plays a critical role in anchoring the innings as a captain and taking wickets in the middle overs to trouble the Netherlands batters, who may struggle against spin.
2) Logan Van Beek
Logan Van Beek was the standout bowler for the Netherlands, delivering an early breakthrough by dismissing Mitchell Marsh. Despite conceding runs, Van Beek’s ability to pick up key wickets, including David Warner, was a significant contribution. He seeks to replicate this performance against Bangladesh, aiming to curb the flow of runs and instill doubt in the minds of the opposition batters.
3) Shoriful Islam
Shoriful Islam had a mixed outing in the previous match against South Africa, striking early by dismissing Reeza Hendricks but later being targeted by De Kock and Klassen in the death overs. His capacity to swing the ball and create pressure on batters is a key asset. Islam’s primary role is to take early wickets, preventing the Netherlands batters from scoring freely and maintaining a consistent wicket-taking presence.
4) Vikramjit Singh
Vikramjit Singh played a crucial role as the top scorer in their previous match against Australia. His primary responsibility is to launch an aggressive start during the first ten overs, which can challenge Bangladesh’s bowlers. Singh’s focus on boundary-hitting and strike rotation, especially on a batting-friendly pitch at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, will contribute to setting a solid foundation for a potential Netherlands victory.
5) Liton Das
Liton Das displayed his flair in the previous match against South Africa, although the team lost wickets cheaply, putting them under pressure. His ability to impose himself on the opposition from the outset will be a key factor, particularly in the opening ten overs. Litton Das aims to pressure the Netherlands’ bowlers early on, with his performance likely to influence the game’s outcome.