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PAK vs NED, World Cup 2023: Cricket Fantasy Tips and Teams for 2nd Match (Source: AP Photos)
The World Cup 2023 is on the way with the match between England and New Zealand. As the tournament moves into its second game, Pakistan (PAK) takes on the Netherlands (NED) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. The match will be taking place on 6th October, Friday from 2:00 PM IST.
Pakistan enters this tournament after a lacklustre show in the Asia Cup 2023. Where they were pitched as one of the favourites, Babar Azam and his team failed even to make it to the summit clash of the tournament. Besides, they have been plagued with injury from the tournament. The absence of Naseem Shah will weaken their bowling attack. However, Pakistan will look to regroup quickly and get their World Cup campaign off to a winning start.
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On the other hand, the Netherlands will enter this tournament, hoping to pack some punches above their weight. The unit looks well-balanced, and even though they are not one of the favourites, the Netherlands can surprise a few teams during the tournament.
PAK vs NED, Team Form Guide
Pakistan: L-L-L-L-W
Netherlands: L-W-W-L-W
PAK vs NED, Match 2: Pitch Report
The pitch at the Rajiv Gandhi International will be good for batting. However, the pacers are expected to get a bit of help from the wicket with the new ball. The bowlers, who have the variety of slower deliveries in their repertoire will be beneficial towards the end of the innings.
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium ODI Record
Matches: 7
Matches Won Batting First: 4
Matches Won Batting Second: 3
Average First Innings Total: 288
Average Second Innings Total: 262
Highest Total Recorded: 350/4 by Australia vs India
Lowest Total Recorded: 174/10 by England vs India
PAK vs NED, Match 2: Top Player Picks
Shaheen Afridi (PAK)
- Shaheen Afridi will be a key player in this match. He can be lethal with the new ball and his abilities will definitely test the technique of the Netherlands batter.
Babar Azam (PAK)
- Particularly if Pakistan bats first, Babar Azam will be turn to be the most important pick in this game. Even in the Asia Cup against Nepal, Babar showed how destructive he could be if not challenged early on in the innings and hence he will be key pick for this match.
Imam Ul Haq (PAK)
- The prime threat at the beginning of the match for the Dutch bowling will be Imam Ul Haq. He is a stable and consistent batter and will look to get off to a good start in the big tournament,
Bas De Leede (NED)
- The Dutch all-rounder has all the aspects his game covered. De Leede can score runs using the long handle of the bat and also contribute with the ball. The fact that he bowls in the death over makes De Leede and even more important pick for the match.
PAK vs NED, Match 2: Top Captain and Vice-captain choices
| Scenario | Captain | Vice-captain |
|---|---|---|
| If Pakistan Bowls First | Shaheen Afridi | Imam Ul Haq |
| If Pakistan Bats First | Babar Azam | Haris Rauf |
PAK vs NED, Match 2: Expert's Cricket Fantasy Tips
Pakistan look the stronger side on the paper, however it might be a mistake to take Netherlands too lightly. So, a 7-4 combination in favour of the Pakistan players is a good tip for the game. Also, one more important tips will be to include more bowlers from the Asian side. If we look at the category wise selection, a 1-3-3-4 combination looks ideal.
PAK vs NED, Match 2: Cricket Fantasy Team for Head-to-Head/Small Leagues
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Wicketkeeper: Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Abdullah Shafique, Babar Azam, Imam Ul Haq
All-rounders: Bas de Leede, Colin Ackermann, Shadab Khan
Bowlers: Logan van Beek, Roelod van der Merwe, Haris Rauf, Shaheen Afridi
Captain: Shaheen Afridi
Vice-captain: Imam Ul Haq
Pakistan: 7 Players; Netherlands: 4 Players
PAK vs NED, Match 2: Cricket Fantasy Team for Winner Takes All/Grand Leagues
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Wicketkeepers: Scott Edwards, Mohammad Rizwan
Batters: Teja Nidamanuru, Abdullah Shaqiue, Babar Azam, Imam Ul Haq
All-rounders: Bas De Leede
Bowlers: Logan Van Beek, Hasan Ali, Haris Rauf, Shaheen Afridi
Captain: Babar Azam
Vice-captain: Haris Rauf
Pakistan: 7 Players; Netherlands: 4 Players
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