New Zealand vs Afghanistan – Super 12 – Preview & Prediction | 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup

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THE FACTS

When is New Zealand vs Afghanistan on and what time does it start? New Zealand vs Afghanistan will take place on Wednesday 26th October, 2022 – 09:00 (UK)

Where is New Zealand vs Afghanistan taking place? New Zealand vs Afghanistan will take place at Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia

Where can I get tickets for New Zealand vs Afghanistan? Click here for the latest ticket information for New Zealand vs Afghanistan

What channel is New Zealand vs Afghanistan on in the UK? New Zealand vs Afghanistan will be televised live on Sky Sports

Where can I stream New Zealand vs Afghanistan in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream New Zealand vs Afghanistan live on Sky Go

THE LOWDOWN

NEW ZEALAND

• New Zealand made everyone sit up and take notice following their incredible 89-run triumph against host nation and near neighbours Australia this past Saturday in Sydney, racking up 200/3 with the bat before bowling the Aussies out for just 111.
• All five bowlers utilised by the Black Caps picked up at least one wicket, whilst opener Devon Conway’s wonderful 92 not out from just 58 balls underpinned an excellent batting innings in what was a special all-round team performance.

AFGHANISTAN

• It was expected going into the tournament that Afghanistan’s batting could be what lets them down against the top teams and that proved the case against England with their bowling attack unable to defend such a small total.
• Afghanistan were bowled out for just 112 after losing the toss and batting first and if they are to have any chance of success here, they simply must be better in this department.

THE PREDICTION

Although the bowling attack of Afghanistan gives them a chance here, they don’t contain the all-round class in all departments that New Zealand have. The Black Caps have all bases covered and just as importantly, look to be in scintillating form which can go a long way in such a short tournament. It’s unlikely that Afghanistan will be able to match New Zealand with the bat and therefore the Kiwis have to be favoured to pick up a second victory in the ‘Super 12’s’.