The Netherlands will lock horns against Afghanistan in Match 34 of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 on Friday at the Ekana ?Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.

While the Afghans are brimming with confidence by registering three wins in six matches, the Dutch side eagerly seeks their third victory in?? the highly prestigious event.

ODI World Cup 2023, NED vs AFG:

• Date and Time: November 3; 2:00 pm local | 08:30 am GMT
• Venue: Ekana Cricket Stadium, Lucknow

Ekana Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:

Traditionally, the pitch at Ekana Cricket Stadium has typically favoured spin bowlers by providing substantial assistance. However, in the four World Cup matches conducted at this venue, spectators have observed a more balanced playing surface. Considering the performances of Afghanistan and Netherlands, a close encount??er can be expected on this ground.

NED vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeeper: Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Scott Edwards
• Batters: Ibrahim Zadran, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Rahmat Shah
• Allrounders: Bas de Leede, Logan van Beek, Colin Ackermann, Azmatullah Omarzai
• Bowlers: Rashid Khan, Aryan Dutt

NED vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

• Choice 1: Rashid Khan (c), Logan van Beek (vc)
• Choice 2: Bas de Leede (c), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (vc)

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NED vs AFG Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Sybrand Engelbrecht, Paul v??an Meekeren, Mohammad Nabi, Mujeeb Ur Rahma??n

NED vs AFG Dream11 Team for today’s match (November 3, 08:30 am GMT):

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Squads:

Netherlands: Scott Edwards (c), Max O’Dowd,?? Bas de Leede, Vikram Singh, Teja Nidamanuru, Paul van Meekeren, Colin Ackermann, Roelof van der Merwe, Logan van Beek, Aryan Dutt, Ryan Klein, Wesley Barresi, Saqib Zulfiqar, Shariz Ahmad, ??Sybrand Engelbrecht

Afghanistan: Rahmanullah? Gurbaz, Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Ikram Alikhil (wk), Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Naveen-ul-Haq, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Najibullah Zadran, Abdul Rahman, Riaz Hassan, Noor Ahmed.

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An intense clash awaits as the Netherlands and Afghanistan confront each other in the 34th match of the ODI World Cup 2023. The much-anticipated encounter is slated to unfold at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal B??ihari Vajpayee Ekana Cr??icket Stadium in Lucknow on Friday, November 3.

With three victories in six matches, the Afghan team exudes confidence, while their Dutch counterparts eagerly pursue their third win in the esteemed ICC event.

ODI Stats and Records at Ekana Cricket Stadium:

• Total matches: 13
• Matches won batting first: 4
• Matches won bowling first: 9
• Average first Innings scores: 229
• Average second Innings scores: 207
• Highest total recorded: 311/7 (50 Overs) by South Africa vs Australia
• Lowest total recorded: 129/10 (34.5 Overs) by England vs India
• Highest score chased: 269/3 (48.4 Overs) by South Africa Women vs India Women
• Lowest score defended: 248/5 (50 Overs) by India Women vs South Africa Women

Ekana Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:

In one-day cricket encounters at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow, the influence of spin bowlers greatly determines the final result of the game. The pitch tends to favour teams batting se??cond, thereby facilitating easier run chases. Typically, the first innings sees an average score of around 229, while t?he second innings hovers at approximately 207 in ODIs at this location. Consequently, winning the toss might prompt a strategic choice between setting a target or pursuing a chase, with spin bowlers assuming a crucial role in the overall dynamics of the match.

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Lucknow Weather Forecast:

The weather forecast indicates a pleasant day ahead, with no anticipated rainfall. The temperature is expected to reach approximately 31 degrees Celsius, accompanied by a humidity level of around 47%. A light breeze is predicted to sweep through at a spee?d of 10 kilometres per hour.

NED vs AFG, probable playing XI:

Netherlands: Vikramjit Singh, Max O’Dowd, Colin Ackermann, Bas de Leede, Teja Nidamanuru, Scott Edwards (c & wk), Sybrand Engelbrecht, Logan van Beek, Roelof van der Merwe, Aryan Dutt, Paul van Meekeren

Afghanistan: Rahmanul??lah Gurbaz (wk??), Ibrahim Zadran, Rahmat Shah, Hashmatullah Shahidi (c), Azmatullah Omarzai, Ikram Alikhil, Mohammad Nabi, Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Noor Ahmad, Fazalhaq Farooqi

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