Netherlands vs Pakistan – 1st One-Day International Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Netherlands vs Pakistan taking place? Tuesday, August 16th, 2022 – 10:00 (UK)
Where is Netherlands vs Pakistan taking place? Hazelaarweg, Rotterdam
What is the expected weather for Netherlands vs Pakistan? 24-26c, dry with sunny intervals and a gentle breeze.
What channel is Netherlands vs Pakistan on? This match will not be televised in the UK.
Where can I stream Netherlands vs Pakistan? This match can be streamed live on ICC.tv
LAST MEETING
Pakistan beat Netherlands by 97 runs
THE LOWDOWN
NETHERLANDS
- It has been a memorable home season of international cricket for Netherlands who have already faced England, West Indies and New Zealand, with Pakistan their latest opponents as part of the ODI Super League.
- Netherlands have recalled 38-year-old wicketkeeper Wesley Barresi, whilst all-rounder Arnav Jain could be set for a debut appearance in Orange after being handed a first-ever call-up.
PAKISTAN
- Pakistan have named a strong squad for this three-match series with all their key players set to feature, although fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi is nursing a knee problem and will likely be used sparingly.
- Experienced bowler Hasan Ali has been dropped from the squad, whilst batter Shan Masood has also missed out on selection after having been called up but not used by Pakistan in their two-test tour of Sri Lanka last month.
THE PREDICTION
These two nations lock horns in a One-Day International for the first time since all the way back in 2003 when they met at the Cricket World Cup in South Africa, Pakistan comfortably triumphing. The gap between these two is still as vast now as it was back then, although in Netherlands’ defence they are unable to call upon a number of players due to franchise/domestic cricket commitments in England. Pakistan meanwhile, are close to full-strength and their top order batters should be afforded much joy in Rotterdam. Expect Pakistan to secure a routine victory and a series lead.
