South Africa vs Netherlands – October 17 – ICC Cricket World Cup

While both teams have their strengths and weaknesses, South Africa, with their recent robust performance and strong lineup, is predicted to have the upper hand in the upcoming match against the Netherlands on October 17.

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Match Details 

Teams: South Africa vs Netherlands

Series: ICC Cricket World Cup 2023

Match: 15th Match

Date: October 17, 2023

Time: 08:30 AM GMT / 02:00 PM LOCAL

Venue: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala

South Africa vs Netherlands Betting Odds

South Africa ODINetherlands ODI
1.057.80

Probable Playing XIs

South Africa

Quinton de Kock (wk), Temba Bavuma (c), Aiden Markram, Rilee Rossouw, David Miller, Heinrich Klaasen, Wayne Parnell, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Tabraiz Shamsi, Andile Phehlukwayo, Lizaad Williams

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Netherlands

Vikramjit Singh, Max ODowd, Bas de Leede, Colin Ackermann, Tom Cooper, Scott Edwards (c & wk), Tim Pringle, Logan van Beek, Shariz Ahmad, Fred Klaassen, Paul van Meekeren

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Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter of the Match

The probable best batter for the match between South Africa and Netherlands on October 17 is Aiden Markram from South Africa.

Aiden Markram is a right-handed batsman known for his class and composure. He has shown impressive performances in his international career.

In 2021, he was South Africa’s leading run-maker in ODIs, had a stellar T20 World Cup, and was named the T20I Player of the Year in Cricket South Africa’s awards for the year. He has scored 6 centuries and 10 half-centuries in Test matches, 2 centuries and 7 half-centuries in ODIs, and 9 half-centuries in T20Is. In his IPL career, he has played 33 matches and scored 775 runs, with an average of 32.29. Given his consistent performance and ability to score under pressure, he is expected to be the best batter in the upcoming match.

Probable Best Bowler of the Match

The probable best bowler for the match between South Africa and Netherlands on October 17 is Kagiso Rabada from South Africa.

Kagiso Rabada is a right-arm fast bowler known for his pace and accuracy. He has shown impressive performances in his international career. He has taken 213 wickets in Test matches, 122 wickets in ODIs, and 41 wickets in T20Is. In his IPL career, he has played 50 matches and taken 63 wickets, with an average of 22.98. Given his consistent performance and ability to take wickets under pressure, he is expected to be the best bowler in the upcoming match.

Teams Head to Head: Recent Matches 

MatchDateVenueResult
3rd ODI (Rescheduled match)April 2, 2023The Wanderers Stadium, JohannesburgSouth Africa won by 146 runs
2nd ODI (Rescheduled match)March 31, 2023Willowmoore Park, BenoniSouth Africa won by 8 wickets
Practice MatchMarch 28, 2023LC de Villiers Oval, PretoriaSouth African Invitation XI won by 3 wickets
40th Match, Group 2, T20 World CupNovember 6, 2022AdelaideNetherlands won by 13 runs
1st ODI(Match washed out due to rain)(No result, washout due to rain)

Teams Recent Performance 

Last 5 Games of South Africa

DateMatchResult
September 17, 20235th ODI, South Africa vs AustraliaSouth Africa won by 122 runs
September 15, 20234th ODI, South Africa vs AustraliaSouth Africa won by 164 runs
September 12, 20233rd ODI, South Africa vs AustraliaSouth Africa won by 111 runs
September 09, 20232nd ODI, South Africa vs AustraliaAustralia won by 123 runs
September 07, 20231st ODI, South Africa vs AustraliaAustralia won by 3 wickets (with 58 balls remaining)

Last 5 Games of Netherlands

DateMatchResult
July 09, 2023Final, Netherlands vs Sri LankaSri Lanka won by 128 runs
July 06, 202328th Match, Super Six, Netherlands vs ScotlandNetherlands won by 4 wickets (with 43 balls remaining)
July 03, 202325th Match, Super Six, Netherlands vs OmanNetherlands won by 74 runs (DLS method)
June 30, 202322nd Match, Super Six, Netherlands vs Sri LankaSri Lanka won by 21 runs
June 26, 202318th Match, Group A, Netherlands vs West IndiesMatch tied (Netherlands won the one-over eliminator)

Information About Injuries in Teams 

South Africa

Fast bowlers Anrich Nortje and Sisanda Magala have been ruled out of the Cricket World Cup due to injuries.
Nortje has a back injury sustained in the recent ODI series against Australia.
Magala, who was in the squad as a backup, has a knee injury.
They have been replaced by Andile Phehlukwayo and Lizaad Williams for the tournament.

Netherlands

There is no any recent injury updates for the Netherlands cricket team.

South Africa vs Netherlands: Winning Prediction

Analyzing all the available data points, it’s clear that South Africa maintains a strong position going into the match on October 17 against the Netherlands. South Africa’s superior track record, the presence of key players like Aiden Markram and Kagiso Rabada, and their recent performance all contribute to their stronger standing. Despite some injuries in the South African camp, replacements Andile Phehlukwayo and Lizaad Williams bring new energy and possibilities.
The Netherlands has potential, as shown by their surprising win in the 2022 T20 World Cup, but their inconsistent performance in recent matches casts a shadow over their prospects.

Therefore, based on the current data and analysis, South Africa is predicted to win the match against the Netherlands on October 17.

Report About The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium

The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium (HPCA Stadium) is a cricket stadium located in the city of Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh, India. Here’s some background and history about the stadium:

  • The stadium is home to the Himachal Pradesh cricket team for Ranji Trophy matches and other limited overs matches.
  • The venue is unique in India as it is situated at an altitude of 1,457 m above sea level and has the snow-capped Himalayan mountains in the background.
  • The stadium also hosted IPL matches as a home stadium for Kings XI Punjab.
  • The first international team who played on this ground was the Pakistani cricket team, when they played a warm-up match against an India A side in 2005.
  • The first One Day International (ODI) at this stadium was played between India and England on 27 January 2013.
  • The first Test at this stadium was played between India and Australia from 25 to 29 March 2017.
  • In November 2015, the HPCA stadium was selected as one of the six new Test match venues in India.
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About ICC Cricket World Cup

The ICC Cricket World Cup stands as the premier international championship for One Day International (ODI) cricket. Organized by the sport’s governing body, the International Cricket Council (ICC), the tournament takes place every four years. It is celebrated as one of the most-watched sporting events globally and is regarded by the ICC as the flagship event of the international cricket calendar.

The current format involves a qualification phase spanning the preceding three years, determining the teams that earn the right to compete in the tournament phase. In this phase, 10 teams, including the host nation, compete for the coveted title, with matches taking place at venues within the host nation over the course of about a month.

Australia boasts the most World Cup victories, having clinched the title five times. India and West Indies have each triumphed twice, while Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and England have secured the championship once each. The reigning champions are England, who claimed the title in the 2019 World Cup edition.

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