Date: October 30, 2022
Time: 12:30 PM IST
Venue: Perth Stadium, Perth
Preview:
29th match of the T20 World Cup 2022 will be between Pakistan and Netherlands on October 30 (Sunday) in Perth. Both teams have played two games each so far in the Super-12 stage and are yet to win a single game. The next fixture will be must-win for both the game. Let’s look at the 'who will win' prediction for the upcoming fixture.
Pitch Report:
The surface at Perth is regarded as one of the fastest pitches in the world and has assured lot of assistance to the pacers. Pakistan with its fierce pace attack can have an edge against Netherlands.
Team Analysis:
Pakistan:
Babar Azam-led side has played two nail-biting thrillers in the tournament so far. While, Babar Azam and Md Rizwan failed miserably at the top-order, the likes of Shan Masood, and Iftikhar Ahmed stood tall on given days. However, Haider Ali needs to apply himself well in the coming fixtures as it will strengthen their middle order.
Impressive cameos from Mohammad Nawaz and Mohammad Wasim Jr. rescued the side in their previous clash and some similar performance against Netherlands will help Pakistan to stay relevant in the tournament. Shaheen Afridi has been wicket-less in first two games, while Naseem Shah, Md. Wasim Jr, Shadab Khan and Haris Rauf will be crucial.
Probable playing XI:
Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Babar Azam (c), Shan Masood, Iftikhar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Haider Ali, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah
Netherlands:
Netherlands was completely decimated by India in their last fixture. Colin Ackermann played a fine knock in their opening game but got dismissed cheaply in the second game. Netherlands have not delivered impressive performance in the Super-12 encounter and will be looking to leave some impression in the upcoming fixture.
Vikramjit Singh, Max O'Dowd, Bas de Leede and Tom Cooper will be vital for the side in terms of putting runs on board. Netherlands have comparatively better pace attack as lot will depend on Bas de Leede and Paul van Meekeren.
Probable playing XI:
Vikramjit Singh, Max O’Dowd, Bas de Leede, Colin Ackermann, Tom Cooper, Scott Edwards (c & wk), Tim Pringle, Logan van Beek, Shariz Ahmad, Fred Klaassen, Paul van Meekeren
Match prediction:
Conclusion:
Despite losing the game against Zimbabwe, Pakistan will be favorites when they will be up against Netherlands. Babar Azam-led side will be desperate to register single win in the ICC tournament as they are likely to win the game against Netherlands.
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