In a tightly contested cricket match, New Zealand faced defeat in their previous game against Australia. On the other hand, South Africa secured a victory over Pakistan in their recent encounter.
With both teams vying to secure a win in the upcoming clash, they aim to strengthen their position for the playoff round in the current tournament.
ODI Stats and Records at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium:
- Total matches: 9
- Matches won batting first: 4
- Matches won bowling first: 5
- Average 1st innings scores: 294
- Average 2nd innings scores: 274
- Highest total recorded: 356/7 (48.1 Ov) by India vs England
- Lowest total recorded: 232/10 (49.4 Ov) by India vs Australia
- Highest score chased: 356/7 (48.1 Ov) by India vs England
- Lowest score defended: 283/9 (50 Ov) by West Indies vs India
Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium Pitch report:
The playing surface at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium provides an advantageous environment for batters to score runs by skilfully placing their shots, resulting in boundaries. Additionally, as the game unfolds, spin bowlers can leverage the pitch’s attributes to benefit their performance. Overall, there is an expectation that this venue will witness a tightly contested match.
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Pune Weather Forecast:
The Pune weather outlook sets a promising stage for an excellent match, as no rain is expected, and sunny conditions are anticipated. The humidity level is projected to be around 43%, while the temperature is forecasted to stay approximately at 27 degrees Celsius.
Also, a gentle breeze may blow at a speed of 3 kmph.
NZ vs SA, Probable Playing XI:
New Zealand: Devon Conway, Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (c & wk), Glenn Phillips, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Trent Boult, Lockie Ferguson
South Africa: Temba Bavuma (c), Quinton de Kock, Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Gerald Coetzee, Lungi Ngidi
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