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Cricket enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the commencement of a thrilling ODI series between New Zealand and Bangladesh, set to kick off at the picturesque University Oval in Dunedin on Sunday, December 17.
The New Zealand squad, led by the experienced Tom Latham, will showcase a mix of emerging talent and seasoned players. In a strategic move, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has decided to rest some key players for the series, including the likes of Daryl Mitchell, Tim Southee, Mitchell Santner, Glenn Phillips, and Devon Conway. This decision provides an opportunity for young talents to make their mark and gain valuable experience on the international stage.
The relatively inexperienced squad is expected to face a stern test against Bangladesh, who will be led by Najmul Hossain Shanto. The visitors are determined to kick off the ODI leg of the series with a strong performance.
University Oval Pitch Report:
Over the years, batters have found favor on the pitch at this venue, resulting in an average first innings score of 232. The team that wins the toss is anticipated to choose fielding first, with the objective of restricting the opposition to a low total. With short boundaries at this venue, fans can expect a cracker of a contest.
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ODI Stats and Records at the University Oval:
- Total matches: 16
- Matches won batting first: 7
- Matches won bowling first: 9
- Average first Inns scores: 232
- Average second Inns scores: 195
- Highest total recorded: 360/5 (50 Ov) by New Zealand vs Sri Lanka
- Lowest total recorded: 74/10 (27.2 Ov) by Pakistan vs New Zealand
- Highest score chased: 339/5 (49.3 Ov) by New Zealand vs England
- Lowest score defended: 225/6 (50 Ov) by West Indies Women vs England Women
Dunedin Weather Forecast:
Anticipated weather conditions in Dunedin indicate mostly cloudy skies with showers expected in the afternoon, potentially heavy and accompanied by thunder. The temperature is forecasted to be approximately 18 degrees Celsius, with humidity levels around 76%, and a 55% chance of precipitation.
New Zealand vs Pakistan, Probable Playing XI:
New Zealand: Finn Allen, Tom Blundell, Rachin Ravindra, Tom Latham (c and wk), Will Young, Josh Clarkson, Mark Chapman, Ben Sears, Jacob Duffy, Adam Milne, Ish Sodhi
Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Afif Hossain, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Hasan Mahmud, Shoriful Islam
