World Cup 2023 | ENG vs AUS, Match 36 - Top Captain and Vice-captain Picks
Dawid Malan needs to find his form in order to give England a solid start against Australia (Source: AP Photos)
Strugglers and defending champions England (ENG) lock horns with the in-form and five-time champions Australia (AUS) in a mini-Ashes battle in the ongoing sixteenth campaign of the World Cup. Match No. 36 is scheduled to take place on a doubleheader Super Saturday, November 04, 2023, at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad at 14:00 PM IST. The defending champions England have had a horrendous and terrible WC so far with just one victory in six games. With two points, they are languishing at rock bottom at the tenth spot in the table.
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On the other hand, the Aussies, who lost their opening two fixtures, roared back in style and have now won four on the bounce. With eight points, they are placed in the third position in the table. Before the game goes live, here is a look at the top captain and vice-captain choices for the fantasy contests of this encounter.
ENG vs AUS, 36th Match: Venue Analysis
The surface at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad is batting friendly. The bowlers might be under the pump but they may get some movement under the lights. Dew is expected to take place later on in the evening.
Narendra Modi Stadium ODI Records
Matches: 28
Matches Won Batting First: 14
Matches Won Batting Second: 14
Average First Innings Score: 241
Average Second Innings Score: 213
World Cup 2023 Record
Matches: 2
Matches Won Batting First: 0
Matches Won Batting Second: 2
Average First Innings Score: 236
Average Second Innings Score: 237
Highest Total Recorded: 283/1 by New Zealand vs England
Lowest Total Recorded: 191/10 by Pakistan vs India
ENG vs AUS, 36th Match - Toss Factor
Sides batting second have managed to win the match comfortably on both occasions so far at the venue in this WC. With dew expected at night, the skipper wininng the toss might opt to field first.
Scenario: If England Fields First
Seamer Chris Woakes finally looked in good nick against India in the last game with his spell of 2/33. Spinner Adil Rashid is the joint-highest wicket taker so far for England with eight scalps. Both will have their part to play in containing the flow of runs. Dawid Malan only had one solid knock of 140 but is still their leading run-scorer so far in this WC. The left-hander will be key if England have to chase down a big target and register just their second victory of the campaign.
Scenario: If Australia Fields First
Adam Zampa is the only Aussie bowler with over 10 scalps in this tournament. The spinner has picked up the most wickets (16) so far and will continue to do the damage that eventually restricts England to a low total. In-form batters David Warner and Travis Head will play crucial role if the Kangarooas are facing a huge target.
ENG vs AUS, 36th Match - Top Captain and Vice-captain choices
Scenario: If Australia Fields First
David Warner (AUS)
Explosive left-hander David Warner has slammed the most runs for the Aussies so far in this WC. The southpaw has struck 413 runs at an average of 69 with two centuries and one half-century to his name. Such has been his impact is that the second highest run-scorer is Mitchell Marsh with 225 runs. Notably, Marsh will miss this game as he has flown back to Australia due to personal reasons. The Kangaroos will again hope for Warner to provide a quick and aggressive start in a big run-chase.
Travis head (AUS)
It didnt looked like Travis Head played his first match of the ongoing WC last time out against New Zealand in Dharamsala. Warner's opening partner, Head hammered 109 off just 67 with ten fours and seven maximums against the Kiwis. Head will fancy his chances against an out-of-form looking England bowling line-up. The left-hander is as crucial as his partner while chasing.
Scenario: If England Fields First
Dawid Malan (ENG)
As mentioned above, Dawid Malan is the leading run-scorer in what has been a forgettable campaign for reigning champions England. The left-handed opening batter has 236 runs to his name at an average of 39.33 with one century. Malan, like his other teammates, will look to get back amongst the runs and play a useful hand in a run-chase.
Joe Root (ENG)
England's Mr.reliable Joe Root began the campaign on a solidly with two half-centuries in the opening two games. He is the second highest run-getter after Malan so far. The right-hander is averaging almost 30 and is due for a big and significant knock under his belt. He will be key if the English side is up against a big target.
ENG vs AUS, 36th Match - Big Risk, Big Return Choices
Jonny Bairstow (ENG)
Opener Jonny Bairstow has amassed the third-most runs in England's disastrous campaign. The destructive right-handed player has 141 runs under his belt at an average of 24 with one half-century. England is almost playing for pride and with nothing to lose, Bairstow might be a risky yet worthy option.
Steven Smith (AUS)
Steven Smith hasn't been in the best of touches so far in this World Cup. He has not yet performed to his potentital with just 161 runs in six outings at an average of 27 and one half-century. With Marsh ruled out, Smith will move back to his preferred no. three spot. The right-hander may finally get back amongst the runs against rivals England.
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