NZ vs BAN: After the completion of the Test sequence, New Zealand and Bangladesh are all set to lock horns in opposition to one another in two limited-overs sequence. The two-match Test sequence, which was performed in Bangladesh’s dwelling noticed a 1-1 tie early in December. The carvan now strikes to New Zealand for 3 ODIs and as many T20Is.
Bangladesh will be led by Najmul Hossain Shanto as common skipper Shakib Al Hasan is recovering from a fractured finger that he picked in the ODI World Cup 2023. There are a number of key adjustments to the squad with Litton Das additionally returning. Soumya Sarkar is a shock inclusion, whereas Afif Hossain, Soumya Sarkar, Rishad Hossain and left-arm spinner Rakibul Hasan additionally make their manner into the ODI aspect.
New Zealand have additionally introduced in a quick bowler Ben Sears as a canopy for Kyle Jamieson, who has a stiff left hammy. The first ODI is scheduled to be held in Dunedin.
University Oval Dunedin pitch report
The University Oval pitch is an efficient batting observe with some assist for the bowlers too. The first innings common rating of 249 reveals it’s a balanced surface for each – the batters in addition to the bowlers. There have been 11 ODI matches performed at the venue and there may be not a lot toss benefit too with the batting first groups profitable 5, whereas the chasing groups have received 6 video games.
University Oval Dunedin – The numbers sport
ODI Matches Played – 11
Matches Won Batting First – 5Â
Matches Won Batting Second – 6
Matches Won Winning Toss – 8Â
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Matches Won Losing Toss – 3
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Matches Tied- 0
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Highest Team Innings 360/5 (New Zealand)
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Lowest Team Innings 74 (Pakistan)
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Average Score Batting First – 249
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