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Anticipation is at its peak as the stage is set for a high-voltage showdown, with Australia locking horns against New Zealand, in Match 27 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.
The beautiful HPCA Stadium, nestled in the serene surroundings of Dharamsala, will play host for this cricketing spectacle on Saturday, October 28.
Cricket enthusiasts from around the globe are in for a treat as two cricketing giants clash on the iconic battleground.
ODI Stats and Records at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium:
- Total matches: 8
- Matches won batting first: 3
- Matches won bowling first: 5
- Average first innings scores: 237
- Average second innings scores: 209
- Highest total recorded: 364/9 (50 Overs) by England vs Bangladesh
- Lowest total recorded: 112/10 (38.2 Overs) by India vs Sri Lanka
- Highest score chased: 274/6 (48 Overs) by India vs New Zealand
- Lowest score defended: 245/8 (43 Overs) by Netherlands vs South Africa
Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium Pitch Report:
Over the years, this venue has consistently shown a preference for favouring fast bowlers, although there have been times when high-scoring first innings have unfolded in limited-overs matches. Generally, pursuing a target at this ground has proven to be a more manageable task. At the outset, the pitch tends to provide conducive conditions for batters, while spinners tend to gain effectiveness as the game progresses into its middle phase.
Dharamsala Weather Forecast:
The weather forecast for Saturday’s Australia vs New Zealand match in Dharamsala looks promising for a great day of cricket. There are no rain chances, and the skies are expected to be just partly cloudy. The humidity level will be around 56%, which should be fine for the players. Additionally, the wind is likely to flow at a gentle rate of 10 km/hr.
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AUS vs NZ, probable playing XI
Australia: David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa
New Zealand: Devon Conway, Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (c & wk), Glenn Phillips, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Tim Southee, Trent Boult
