New Zealand vs Bangladesh Preview & Prediction | 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup | Group Stage
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THE FACTS
When is New Zealand vs Bangladesh on and what time does it start? New Zealand vs Bangladesh will take place on Friday 13th October, 2023 – 09:30 (UK)
Where is New Zealand vs Bangladesh taking place? New Zealand vs Bangladesh will take place at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, India
Where can I get tickets for New Zealand vs Bangladesh? Click here for the latest ticket information for New Zealand vs Bangladesh
What channel is New Zealand vs Bangladesh on in the UK? New Zealand vs Bangladesh will be televised live on Sky Sports
Where can I stream New Zealand vs Bangladesh in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream New Zealand vs Bangladesh live on Sky Go
THE LOWDOWN
NEW ZEALAND
Coach: Gary Stead
Captain: Kane Williamson
- New Zealand made it four points from four in the group stage this past Monday, backing up victory over England with a comprehensive triumph against Netherlands, further boosting their net-run-rate.
- Kane Williamson has missed the first two games but is edging ever close to his long-awaited return, which could come in this match as could that of bowler Tim Southee, who has been out injured since last month.
BANGLADESH
Coach: Chandika Hathurusingha
Captain: Shakib Al Hasan
- Bangladesh failed to take wickets early on after winning toss and putting England into bat and this cost them big time as the reigning world champions went on to pile up 364/9, a target the Tigers couldn’t get close to after Reece Topley ripped apart their top order.
- Bangladesh will need to show more potency within the powerplay to give themselves the best chance here, although the spin-bowlers will be absolutely critical on a Chennai pitch that is expected to turn as we saw when India spun out Australia on Sunday.
THE PREDICTION
It was less than a month ago when New Zealand went to Bangladesh and secured a three-match ODI series triumph, so they know what it takes to get the better of the Tigers. Both these nations boast high-quality spin-bowlers capable of making good use of the Chennai surface. But when factoring in the magnificent form of the New Zealand top order, backing them to come out on top has to be favoured, extending their lead at the summit of the group stage table temporarily.
BETTING TIP: NEW ZEALAND TO WIN
