England faced a setback in their opening World Cup encounter, suffering a nine-wicket loss to New Zealand. While Bangladesh started their campaign positively, securing a four-wicket victory against Afghanistan.
As the English side aims to rebound and defend their World Champion title, the Bangla Tigers, riding high on their initial success, will be eager to maintain their winning momentum.
ODI Stats and Records at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium:
- Total matches: 5
- Matches won batting first: 1
- Matches won bowling first: 4
- Average first innings score: 202
- Average 2nd Inns scores: 192
- Highest total recorded: 330/6 (50 Overs) by India vs West Indies
- Lowest total recorded: 112/10 (38.2 Overs) by India vs Sri Lanka
- Highest score chased: 227/3 (47.2 Overs) by England vs India
- Lowest score defended: 330/6 (50 Overs) by India vs West Indies
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Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium pitch report:
The pitch conditions at this venue have typically been advantageous for fast bowlers, although there have been high-scoring first innings totals in limited-overs encounters. Pursuing a target has generally been less challenging on this ground. Initially, there is potential assistance for batters, and spinners become more effective during the middle overs. The average score in the first innings at this venue is approximately 202 runs.
Dharamsala Weather forecast:
England vs Bangladesh, CWC 2023, Dharamsala weather forecast (Image source: Twitter)
The weather forecast for the England vs Bangladesh match anticipates mild conditions with a slight 20% chance of rain. Expect mostly sunny weather throughout the day, accompanied by a humidity level of 57%. The wind will likely flow at a gentle 11 km/hr, providing pleasant playing conditions for the teams.
ENG vs BAN, probable playing XI
England: Jonny Bairstow, Dawid Malan, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Moeen Ali, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Reece Topley
Bangladesh: Tanzid Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Litton Das, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mahamadullah, Taskin Ahmed, Mustifizur Rahman, Shoriful Ismlam, Towhid Hridoy
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