The ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 continues to deliver thrilling moments, and the ongoing Match 19 between the Netherlands and Sri Lanka certainly did not disappoint. While the Dutch side walked into the game with a historic victory over South Africa, the Lankans came searching for their first win in the hig??h-stakes tournament.

Netherlands’ satisfactory performance with the bat

Opting to bat first after winning the toss, the Netherlands faced early adversity with the loss of Vikramjit Singh. Max O’Dowd contributed 16 runs, while Colin Ackermann added 29 runs from 31 balls. Skipper Scott Edwards was dismissed for 16, leaving the Dutch at a pre??carious 91/6.

However, a remarkable recovery ensued, primarily led by Sybrand Engelbrecht and Logan van Beek, who stitched together an? impressive 130-run partnership for the 7th wicket. Engelbrecht emerged as the top scorer with 70 runs off 82 deliveries, while van Beek chipped in with 59 runs off 75 balls. The Dutch innings featured 33 extras, and they concluded their innings at 262 runs in 49.4 overs.

Kasun Rajitha displayed his bowling prowess by claiming four crucial wickets for just 50 runs in his nine overs. Similarly, Dilshan Madushanka made a significant impact, bagging four wickets while conceding 49 runs in his 9.4 overs. Mahesh Theekshana added to the wicket tally by?? dismissing Edwards,? and the Netherlands innings was eventually brought to an end with a run-out.

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Maheesh Theekshana’s mind-blowing delivery

During the 22nd over, Theekshana unleashed an extraordinary delivery that led to the downfall of Edwards. This right-arm spinner produced a delivery of exception?al quality, marked by its perfect length, positioned just outside the off stump. In an attempt to execute a powerful drive, Edwards?? unknowingly created a sizeable gap between his bat and the ball. The gap allowed the white leather to spin sharply and collide with the stumps, ultimately sending the batter back to the pavilion. It was a moment of sheer brilliance in the game.

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Netherlands are squaring off against Sri Lanka in the 19th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. The Netherlands won the toss and elected to bat, setting the stage for a dramatic encounter. What followed was a thrilling roller coaster ride, with the Dutch batting? lineup facing a challenging test and ?a spectacular moment of fielding brilliance from the Sri Lankans.

Netherlands’ resilient innings

The Netherlands faced an early setback in their innings as their opener, Vikramjit Singh, was dismissed without making a significant contribution. Max O’Dowd, with a score of 16, and Colin Ackermann, who not??ched up 29 runs off 31 deliveries, tried to steady the sh??ip.

However, the Dutch found themselves in dire straits at 91/6 when Scott Edwards added 16 runs before his departure. But just when it seemed that the innings was slipping away, a remarkable recovery unfolded. Sybrand Engelbrecht and Logan van Beek took the responsibility and s??titched together a crucial partnership of 130 runs for the seventh wicket. Engelbrecht emerged as the top scorer with an impressive 70 off 82 balls, while van Beek contributed a valuable 59 runs from 75 deliveries.

In addition to the individual effort??s, 33 extras also made a notable contribution to the total score. The Netherlands concluded their innings with a respectable total of 262 runs in 49.4 overs, showing resilience and determination in the latter stages of their batting performance.

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Perera’s remarkable catch

During the flurry of wickets, a standout moment etched itself into the memory of cricket enthusiasts. It unfolded on the last delivery of the 17th over, courtesy of Sri Lankan pacer Dilshan Madhushanka, who unleashed a searing short-of-a-length delivery wide outside the off stump. Dutch batter Bas de Leede decided to play the uppercut.

Then, in pure brilliance, Kusal Perera, donning the Sri Lankan colours, leapt to the skies and plucked the ball out of the air with outstretched hands. It was a breathtaking display of at?hleticism and skill that left spectators at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in awe.

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Sri Lanka are poised to clash against the Netherlands in the Match 19 of  ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at the Ekana Cricket? Stadium on S??aturday, October 21.

While the Netherlands registered a 38-run victory against South Africa at Dharamshala, Sri Lanka faced a five-wicket defeat against Australia in their recent encounter.

As the Dutch side will look to carry forward their winning momentum, the ??Islanders will be keen to register their first victory in the tournament.

ODI World Cup 2023, NED vs SL:

• Date and time: October 21, 05:00 am GMT/10:30 am IST
• Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

Ekana Cricket Stadium pitch report:

The Ekana Stadium has historically been known for producin??g pitches that often result in low-scoring matches, favouring spinners and slower bowlers. However, different type of wickets have been prepared for the World Cup. These fresh pitches are constructed using black soil and have shown signs of offering some assistance, particularly in the first innings of the recent matches. Consequently, the captains winning the toss at here may now be more open to batting or bowling. The wickets here have demonstrated a relatively even distribution of success for both spinners and pacers, further adding to the intrigue of how teams might approach their strategies on these surfaces.

NED vs SL Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeepers: Kusal Mendis, Sadeera Samarawickrama, Scott Edwards
  
• Batters: Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Perera, Vikramjeet Singh
  
• All-rounders: Bas de Leede, Colin Ackermann
  
• Bowlers: Maheesh Theekshana, Roelof van der Merwe, Dilshan Madhushanka
  

NED vs SL Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Kusal Mendis (c),  Scott Edwards (vc)
Choice 2: Kusal Perer?a, (c), Roelof van der Merwe (vc)

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NED vs SL Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Log??an van Beek, Aryan Dutt, Dimuth Karunaratne, Dunith Wellalage

NED vs SL Dream11 Team for today’s match (Oct 21, 5 am GMT):

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Squads:

Netherlands: Vikramjit Singh, Max ODowd, Colin Ackermann, Bas de Leede, Teja Nidamanuru, Scott Edwards (wk/c), Sybrand Engelbrecht, Roelof van der Merwe, Ryan Klein, Aryan Dutt, Paul van M??eekeren, Wesley Barresi, Logan van Beek, Saqib Zulfiqar, Shariz Ahmad

Sri Lanka: Pathum Nissa?nka, Kusal Perera, Kusal Mendis (c), Sadeera Samarawickrama (wk), Charith Asalanka, Dhananjaya de ?Silva, Dushan Hemantha, Dunith Wellalage, Maheesh Theekshana, Matheesha Pathirana, Dilshan Madushanka, Lahiru Kumara, Kasun Rajitha, Chamika Karunaratne, Dimuth Karunaratne

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