World Cup 2023 | SA vs BAN, Match 23 - Top Captain and Vice-captain Picks

image-lo3vumd1Reeza Hendricks played a good knock in the last match for South Africa (Source: AP Photos)

In-form South Africa (SA) collides with Bangladesh (BAN) in the 23rd match of the ongoing sixteenth edition of the World Cup. The clash is all set to take place on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai at 14:00 PM IST. With six points and a healthy net run rate of +2.212, the Proteas are placed in the third position in the table while the Bangla Tigers are in the sixth spot with just one victory to their name. (All scenarios till Match No. 21). Before the game goes live, here is a look at the top captain and vice-captain choices for the fantasy contests of the match.

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SA vs BAN, 23rd Match: Venue Analysis

The 22-yard strip at the iconic Wankhede Stadium offers a lot of help to the pace bowlers. The surface has also been batting-friendly over the years with shorter boundaries also helping the batters to score heavily. 

Wankhede Stadium ODI Records

Matches: 24
Matches Won Batting First: 12
Matches Won Batting Second: 12

Average First Innings Total: 251
Average Second Innings Total: 210

World Cup 2023 Record

Match: 1
Matches Won Batting First: 1
Matches Won Batting Second: 0

Average First Innings Total: 399
Average Second Innings Total: 170
Highest Total Recorded: 399/7 by South Africa against England
Lowest Total Recorded: 170/10 by England against South Africa


SA vs BAN, 23rd Match - Toss Factor

The Wankhede track is full of runs as it has been favorable for the batters. Pacers enjoy their time in the middle rather than the spin bowlers. High totals can be achieved on this pitch as South Africa proved it by posting a massive total of 399 on the board in the first game of this WC.

Scenario: If South Africa Fields First

South African pacers picked up eights wickets against England in the last match. Their seamers will once again will be crucial as they look to bowl the Bangla Tigers out early. Wicketkeeper batter Quinton de Kock and T20 skipper Aiden Markram is their top two run-getters and both will again have a key role to play in a run-chase.

Scenario: If Bangladesh Fields First

Regular skipper Shakib Al Hasan, if he is fit and plays, will be vital for Bangladesh along with top two run-scorers Mushfiqur Rahim and Litton Das. Shakib's all-round skills is important for the Tigers if they have to bounce back from three straight defeats. Rahim has looked in good touch and would look to contribute again if his side is facing a stiff target.


SA vs BAN, 23rd Match - Top Captain and Vice-captain choices

Scenario: If Bangladesh Fields First

Mushfiqur Rahim (BAN)

Experienced campaigner Mushfiqur Rahim is leading the batting charts for Bangladesh so far in this WC. The right-handed middle-order player has struck 157 runs in four outings at an average of 52.33 with two fifties. Rahim has always been the backbone of the middle-order and his team will hope that he continues his good run.

Shakib Al Hasan (BAN)

After missing the India game, captain Shakib Al Hasan may make his comeback against the Proteas. The all-rounder has picked up the joint-most wickets for his side in this WC and with the highest score of just 40, Shakib would hope to lead his team from the front by getting a significant score under his belt.


Scenario: If South Africa Fields First

Quinton de Kock (SA)

After smashing two centuries in the opening two fixtures, wicketkeeper batter Quinton de Kock has scores of 20 and 4 in the last two outings. The left-handed opening player has hit the most runs so far for Africa in this campaign. He is a no-brainer pick for this game against the Tigers.

Aiden Markram (SA)

Aiden Markram is behind de Kock in terms of runs scoring for South Africa. The right-hander has an average of 51.25 with scores of 106, 56, 1 and 42. Markram has been consistent so far as he is a worthy pick.


SA vs BAN, 23rd Match - Big Risk, Big Return Choices

Reeza Hendricks (SA)

Reeza Hendricks got his chance in the last match due to regular skipper Temba Bavuma's illness. The latter has amassed only 59 runs so far and with Hendricks scoring 85 against England, the South African team management might look to continue with Hendricks against Bangladesh. Opener Reeza hit 85 off 75 with 11 fours and three maximums against the reigning champions England.

Tanzid Hasan (BAN)

After three low scores of 5, 1 and 16 in the opening three games, opener Tanzid Hasan finally found form as he struck 51 off 43 against India in Bangladesh's fourth match. The left-handed opening batter, who is just 22 years old, might be a risky but worthy choice.