South Africa and the Netherlands are set to face off on Tuesday, October 17, at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala.
In this edition of the ICC Cricket World Cup, both teams have had different journeys. South Africa, led by Temba Bavuma, is riding high with two wins from two matches, including a significant victory over Australia. Their recent performance highlights their strong contender status in this World Cup.
On the flip side, the Netherlands, under Scott Edwards, hasn’t started strong. They faced defeats against both New Zealand and Pakistan. Even with standout performances from players like Bas de Leede and Colin Ackerman, the team hasn’t found a winning rhythm. This upcoming game is crucial for both: the Netherlands is keen to secure a win, while South Africa wants to keep their momentum going.
Pitch & Weather:
Dharamsala tends to favor the team batting second. Considering past matches and high scores like England’s 364/9, teams might want to bat first if they win the toss.
Teams:
South Africa: Most likely, they’ll stick to their winning lineup. Expected XI: Quinton de Kock (wk), Temba Bavuma (captain), Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Kagiso Rabada, Tabraiz Shamsi.
Netherlands: They hope Logan van Beek recovers in time. Expected XI: Vikramjit Singh, Max ODowd, Colin Ackermann, Bas de Leede, Teja Nidamanuru, Scott Edwards (captain & wk), Sybrand Engelbrecht, Roelof van der Merwe, Ryan Klein/Logan van Beek, Aryan Dutt, Paul van Meekeren.
Head-to-Head:
They’ve played seven times, with South Africa winning six matches.
Match Info:
- Date: October 17
- Time: 2:00 PM IST
- Streaming: Disney+ Hotstar
- TV: Star Sports Network
Prediction:
Based on recent form, team balance, and past encounters, South Africa seems to have the edge in the upcoming match against the Netherlands.
