Match 15 of the Cricket World Cup 2023 will be played between South Africa and Netherlands at the HPCA stadium in Dharamshala. Both teams have had contrasting fortunes in the tournament thus far. While South Africa have won both their matches, the Netherlands have lost both their matches.
South Africa began their campaign with a record-breaking win over Sri Lanka in which they posted the highest total in World Cup history (428). This was followed by a 134-run win over Australia. A century from Quinton de Kock and a half century from Aiden Markram propelled the Proteas to a first innings total of 311 in their 50 overs. This was followed by a disciplined bowling effort, which bowled out Australia for just 177. Kagiso Rabada picked up three wickets.
The Netherlands, on the other hand, lost their first match to Pakistan by 81 runs after failing to chase down 287. Vikramjit Singh and Bas de Leede scored half centuries in a losing cause. In their next game against New Zealand, the Netherlands lost by 99 runs. Chasing 323 to win, they were bowled out for 223. Colin Ackermann top scored with a knock of 69.
Ahead of the next game of the Cricket World Cup 2023, here is everything you need to know.
South Africa vs Netherlands Injury Update
South Africa do not have any injury concerns and are unlikely to change their XI after winning both their games comprehensively. Netherlands, on the other hand, were without Logan van Beek in their previous game. The all-rounder is suffering from a hamstring injury and his availability for the next game is yet to be confirmed by the team management.
South Africa vs Netherlands Predicted XI
South Africa: Quinton de Kock (wk), Temba Bavuma (c), Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Kagiso Rabada, Tabraiz Shamsi
Netherlands: Vikramjit Singh, Max ODowd, Colin Ackermann, Bas de Leede, Teja Nidamanuru, Scott Edwards (c & wk), Sybrand Engelbrecht, Roelof van der Merwe, Ryan Klein/Logan van Beek, Aryan Dutt, Paul van Meekeren
South Africa vs Netherlands Match Details
Match: South Africa vs Netherlands
Date & Time: October 16, 2.00 PM IST
Venue: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala
South Africa vs Netherlands Fantasy Team
Wicket keepers – Henrich Klassen, Quinton De Kock, Scott Edwards
Batters – Rassie Van der Dussen, Temba Bavuma, Vikramjit Singh
All-rounders – Aiden Markram, Marco Jansen, Colin Ackermann, Bas de Leede
Bowlers – Kagiso Rabada
Captain: Aiden Markram
Vice captain: Quinton de Kock
South Africa vs Netherlands: Dharamshala Weather and Pitch Report
The pitch at the HPCA stadium is batting friendly. We saw England post a total of 364 at this venue last week. The average first innings score here in six ODIs reads 229.
The weather will be favourable for an uninterrupted game of cricket. The temperature will be around 25 degrees Celsius during the day.
South Africa vs Netherlands, 2023 World Cup Broadcast details
The match between South Africa and Netherlands will be live on the Star Sports network as far as TV is concerned.
South Africa vs Netherlands Live Streaming
Disney + Hotstar has picked up streaming rights of the South Africa vs Netherlands match. The toss will take place at 2.00 PM IST.
South Africa vs Netherlands ODI matches Head-to-Head
| Matches Played | 7 |
| Matches won by South Africa | 6 |
| Matches won by Netherlands | 0 |
| No Result | 1 |
| Matches Tied | 0 |
South Africa vs Netherlands match prediction
We recently saw Afghanistan defeat England, and that is something Netherlands will be looking to take inspiration from when they step out on the field for their next game against South Africa, who are the favourites to win.
