Match Overview
Following a convincing triumph against Pakistan, the Australian cricket team is all set to face the Netherlands in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023. The two teams will lock horns today at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. While the Australians are deemed favorites, the Dutch side, with their recent upset over South Africa, proves that they can’t be taken lightly.
Match Timings
The day-night encounter between Australia and the Netherlands will commence at 2 pm Indian Standard Time.
Team Performance and Stakes
Australia’s recent win streak has placed them in a favorable position in the World Cup. Currently sitting fourth on the points table with four points from two wins out of four matches, a win today will bolster their chances of making it to the semifinals, taking their total to six points. Nevertheless, even with the win, they’ll remain behind India, New Zealand, and South Africa on the table.
Probable XI Line-ups:
Australia:
- Mitchell Marsh
- David Warner
- Steve Smith
- Marnus Labuschagne
- Josh Inglis (WK)
- Glenn Maxwell
- Pat Cummins (C)
- Marcus Stoinis
- Mitchell Starc
- Adam Zampa
- Josh Hazlewood
Netherlands:
- Vikramjit Singh
- Max O’Dowd
- Colin Ackermann
- Bas de Leede
- Sybrand Engelbrecht
- Teja Nidamanuru
- Scott Edwards (c and wk)
- Logan van Beek
- Roelof van der Merwe
- Aryan Dutt
- Paul van Meekeren
Weather Forecast
Cricket enthusiasts can expect uninterrupted play, as there’s no rain predicted for Delhi today. The humidity is anticipated to hover around 55%. While the day will see a high of 30 degrees Celsius, temperatures will drop to a minimum of 19 degrees Celsius by the evening.
Live Streaming and Coverage
Indian cricket aficionados can catch the live action of the Australia vs Netherlands match on Star Sports channels. For those who prefer online streaming, the match will be available live on the Disney+Hotstar app and website. Moreover, in an exciting turn of events, Meta, the parent company of platforms like Instagram, WhatsApp, Facebook, and Threads, has joined hands with ICC for the World Cup 2023 coverage, allowing fans to stay updated through their favorite social media platforms.