The 2019 ICC ODI World Cup final was a closely contested match between England and New Zealand, with England emerging as the winners by the narrowest of margins. New Zealand will aim to avenge that heartbreaking loss. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Meanwhile, Jos Buttler is entrusted with continuing the leadership legacy of Eoin Morgan, having already won the T20 World Cup in 2023 as captain and aspiring to clinch the ODI trophy. Ben Stokes has reversed his decision to retire from ODIs to participate in the World Cup. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Unfortunately, Kane Williamson won't be available for the clash due to injury, but Trent Boult is returning to the team despite his absence from recent International cricket. Jofra Archer is sidelined due to an injury. While there are uncertainties, England boasts a strong team with several all-rounders.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Match Details:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
- Tournament: ICC Cricket World Cup 2023
\r\n- Match: England (ENG) vs. New Zealand (NZ), 1st Match
\r\n- Date: Thursday, October 5, 2023
\r\n- Time: 2:00 PM
\r\n- Venue: Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pitch Report:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Narendra Modi Stadium provides a pitch that favours batsmen, offering little for the fast bowlers. However, the surface is expected to be more favourable for spinners. New Zealand holds a slight advantage in this aspect since they have two specialist spinners set to feature.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
England, on the other hand, will rely on Liam Livingstone's skills at this venue. To ensure a secure total on this pitch, a score exceeding 375 is recommended, while around 325 would be considered a par score.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Live Streaming:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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Head-To-Head<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Total Match Played: 95
\r\nEngland Won: 45
\r\nNew Zealand Won: 44
\r\nMatches with No Result: 04
\r\nTied Matches: 02<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Dream 11 Team Prediction:<\/p>\r\n\r\n
* Batters: Will Young, Joe Root<\/p>\r\n\r\n
* Wicketkeeper Batters: Devon Conway, Jos Buttler, Johnny Bairstow<\/p>\r\n\r\n
* All-rounders: Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Daryl Mitchell<\/p>\r\n\r\n
* Bowlers: Tim Southee, Trent Boult, Reece Topley, David Willey <\/p>\r\n\r\n
Dream 11 Captain and Vice-Captain Prediction<\/p>\r\n\r\n
* Captain: Daryl Mitchell, Jos Buttler<\/p>\r\n\r\n
* Vice Captain: Liam Livingstone, Daryl Mitchell<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Playing XI<\/p>\r\n\r\n
England: Jonny Bairstow, Harry Brook, Dawid Malan, Liam Livingstone, Moeen Ali, Jos Buttler (c), Ben Stokes, Reece Topley, Adil Rashid, Sam Curran, Mark Wood<\/p>\r\n\r\n
New Zealand: Devon Conway, Tim Southee, Finn Allen, WA Young, DJ Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Rachin Ravindra, Tom Latham (C), MJ Henry, Trent Boult<\/p>\r\n\r\n