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| India vs Bangladesh |
After a four-day break, India is now set to face another Asian opponent, Bangladesh, in Pune. This match holds special significance due to the history and rivalry between these two teams, with the 2007 World Cup upset still fresh in the memory of cricket enthusiasts.
However, what was once considered an upset – Bangladesh defeating India in ODIs – has now become a regular occurrence. The Tigers have won three out of the last four encounters against India in this format, signaling their growing prowess in ODI cricket. Still, when considering the current World Cup campaigns of both teams, a Bangladesh win could be seen as a borderline upset.
Bangladesh is facing a critical situation after consecutive losses to England and New Zealand, and they are anxiously awaiting the fitness of their captain and star player, Shakib Al Hasan. To improve their chances, they need to address the batting order, with players like Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Shakib, Mushfiqur Rahim, and Towhid Hridoy potentially being placed too low in the order. Bangladesh must enhance their batting cohesion to be competitive.
On the other hand, India's bowlers have been exceptional, with the likes of Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, and Kuldeep Yadav performing exceptionally well. While Mohammed Siraj has been inconsistent, Shardul Thakur can be a game-changer in the middle overs.
Bangladesh boasts a strong bowling unit, with Mustafizur Rahman in superb form and Taskin Ahmed adding pace to their attack. However, they need consistency from all their bowlers, especially given India's potent top order.
India's batting, led by Rohit Sharma, has been in terrific form, and the return of a fit-again Shubman Gill adds to their firepower. Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, and KL Rahul have also been among the runs. Overcoming this formidable Indian batting lineup will be a tough challenge for Bangladesh.
The pitch in Pune traditionally favors batsmen, and the lack of dew in the second half could play a role in the game. Bangladesh needs to perform well on this surface to avoid a third consecutive defeat.
As the match approaches, a noteworthy statistic has emerged, indicating that Indian batters have a vulnerability to left-arm finger spin, a skill that Shakib Al Hasan has mastered. However, Shakib's participation in the game is in doubt due to a left quadriceps injury.
Despite Bangladesh's recent success against India, the Indian team remains confident, with no special strategy to counter Shakib, should he play. They believe in their abilities and are not overly concerned about his presence in the lineup.
This World Cup clash between India and Bangladesh promises to be an exciting contest, with India in red-hot form but Bangladesh looking to upset the odds once again.
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Match Details:
- Date: October 19, 2023- Time: 14:00 IST- Location:Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 Points Table:
The points table for ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 presents an intriguing picture. India has won all three of their matches, accumulating six points with a net run rate of +1.821. In contrast, Bangladesh has only secured one victory, placing them seventh on the points table with one win from three matches.
India vs Bangladesh Squads:
India:
Rohit Sharma (c), Shreyas Iyer, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav, Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Ishan Kishan (wk), KL Rahul (wk), Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj
Bangladesh:
Najmul Hossain Shanto, Tanzid Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Mahedi Hasan, Mahmudullah, Mehidy Hasan, Shakib Al Hasan (c), Litton Das (wk), Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Hasan Mahmud, Mustafizur Rahman, Nasum Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, and Taskin Ahmed.
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Pitch Report (IND vs BAN):
The wicket at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, favors the batsmen. Bowlers must maintain a disciplined line and length, as there is no room for error. The average score in the first innings in the last ten matches at this stadium is 309. Setting a target in the first innings is preferable, as teams batting first have won 57% of the matches.
Weather Report (IND vs BAN):
The temperature at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium is expected to be 30.08°C with 41% humidity.
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Key Players (India vs Bangladesh):
Rohit Sharma: India's captain has been in excellent form in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, scoring 217 runs in three matches with an average of 72.33 and a strike rate of 141.83.
Mushfiqur Rahim: Bangladesh's leading run-scorer in the tournament, Mushfiqur Rahim, has accumulated 119 runs in three matches with a strike rate of 83.8.
Jasprit Bumrah: India's pace bowler has taken eight wickets in three matches, playing a crucial role in India's campaign.
Shakib Al Hasan: The Bangladesh bowler has picked up five wickets in three matches, with an average of 27.20.
Head-to-Head (India vs Bangladesh):
India and Bangladesh have faced each other 40 times, with India holding a significant advantage in their head-to-head record. However, in their last five encounters, Bangladesh has won three matches, while India has won two. Bangladesh also emerged victorious in their most recent ODI against India in the Asia Cup 2023.
ODI Records:
Highest Score: India's highest ODI score of 418/5 was posted against West Indies in 2011. Bangladesh's highest ODI score of 349/6 came against Ireland in 2023.
Lowest Score: India's lowest ODI score (54) was against Sri Lanka in 2000. Bangladesh posted their lowest score of 58 against the West Indies in 2011.
Prediction (IND vs BAN):
Team India enters the match in superb form, having won all three of their previous matches comfortably. They appear as a cohesive unit with both their batsmen and bowlers performing excellently. In contrast, Bangladesh started the campaign with a win over Afghanistan but suffered defeats to England and New Zealand in their last two matches. While a win over India would boost their campaign, it seems unlikely given India's current form. India is the favorite to secure another resounding victory in the ICC Cricket World Cup.
The wicket at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, favours the batters. The bowlers have no room for error and must maintain a disciplined line and length. The average score in the first innings in the last 10 matches at this stadium is 309. Setting up a target first should be the preferred option at this stadium, with the team batting first winning 57 per cent of the matches.
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