IND vs. BAN Cricket World Cup: First XI, Pitch Report, Prediction

The IND vs. BAN match at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 is shaping up to be a blockbuster clash of the titans. India is in excellent form, and the stakes are high. They are looking to solidify their position at the top of the table, while Bangladesh is aiming to upset the odds and make a statement.

India is the clear favorite going into the match. They have one of the most balanced and experienced teams in the tournament, with world-class players in every department. They packed their batting lineup with firepower, with Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, and Hardik Pandya all capable of scoring big runs. Their bowling attack is also very potent, with Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav all among the best in the world.

Bangladesh, on the other hand, is a team that is on the rise. They have several talented young players, and they have shown that they can be a match for any team on their day. They led their batting with Shakib Al Hasan, Mehidy Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim, and Liton Das, four of the best players in their team. Their bowling attack is also promising, with Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed both capable of bowling very fast.

The two teams have a long and storied rivalry, and their matches are always highly anticipated. India has the upper hand in the head-to-head record, but Bangladesh has shown in recent years that they can beat them.

We expect the IND vs. BAN match to be a closely contested affair, with both teams having a good chance of winning. India is the favorite, but Bangladesh is an underdog team, and they will look to cause an upset.

Match details

Key Players of IND vs. BAN Match

India

• Rohit Sharma: Rohit Sharma is one of the most prolific batsmen in the world. We know him for his aggressive style of play and his ability to hit big sixes. He will look to lead India to victory with a big innings. He is now in terrific form and scored 217 runs in three matches.  
• Virat Kohli: Virat Kohli is one of the greatest batsmen of all time. We know him for his consistency and his ability to score runs under pressure. He will look to get back to his best in this match and help India win. He already scored 156 runs in three matches. He is also an excellent fielder and well-running between the wickets.  
• Jasprit Bumrah: Jasprit Bumrah is one of the best bowlers in the world. We know him for his accuracy and his ability to bowl yorkers at will. He will look to take wickets and restrict the Bangladeshi batters from scoring big runs.
• Ravindra Jadeja: Ravindra Jadeja is one of the most versatile players in the world. He is a brilliant all-rounder who can bat, bowl, and field equally well. He will look to make an impact in all three departments in this match.
• KL Rahul: Rahul is a versatile wicket-keeper batsman who can bat at any position in the lineup. We know him for his elegant strokeplay and his ability to score big hundreds. He already scored 116 runs in three matches.
• Mohammed Siraj: Siraj has emerged as one of the key bowlers for India in recent times. We know him for his pace and his ability to bowl accurately.

Bangladesh

• Shakib Al Hasan: Shakib Al Hasan is one of the best all-rounders in the world. He is a brilliant batsman and a wicket-taking economical bowler. He will look to lead Bangladesh to victory with a big, all-round performance.
• Mushfiqur Rahim: Mushfiqur Rahim is one of the most experienced wicket-keeper batsmen in the Bangladesh team. We know him for his solidity and his ability to score big runs. In three matches of the ICC Cricket World Cup, he already scored 119 runs. He will look to score a big hundred in this match and help Bangladesh win.
• Mustafizur Rahman: Mustafizur Rahman is one of the best bowlers in the Bangladesh team. We know him for his variations and his ability to bowl very fast. He will look to take wickets and economical bowling to save runs.
• Taskin Ahmed: Taskin Ahmed is another very good bowler in the Bangladesh team. We know him for his pace, bounce, and his ability to bowl yorkers at will. He will look to take wickets and restrict the Indian batters from scoring big runs.
• Mehidy Hasan Miraz: Mehidy Hasan Miraz is a young, talented all-rounder. He already scored 95 runs in three matches and took three wickets. He will look to deliver his best to secure the match.
• Litton Das: Litton Das is a talented batsman who can score big runs and gain momentum. He already scored 89 runs in three games. He will look to score big runs in this match and stop all controversy.

IND vs. BAN Match HEAD to HEAD ODI Records

Bangladesh and India have met four times in ICC One Day International World Cup competitions. Bangladesh has won one of the four games, while India has won three. When these two sides met in the World Cup, Bangladesh’s greatest total was 286 runs while India’s highest score was 370.

Pitch Report & Weather Forecast

Pitch conditions at Pune’s MCA Stadium have generally been favorable for batting. The fast bowlers may also get terrific pace and bounce, but the spinners haven’t been able to draw support. The teams that have batted first have done well despite the dampness, so the captains will have a dilemma when they toss.

In five of the past seven matches, the first innings resulted in a score of 300 or more; just twice have these figures been surpassed. The ball flies in Pune, and because the stadium is open, pacers have excellent support when it’s lit up.

The temperature and humidity are expected to be around 33°C and 41%, respectively, according to the weather prediction. There is no likelihood of rain throughout this match, and precipitation amounts might be as low as 3%, according to AccuWeather.

As the sun sets, the temperature will decrease, making the evening conditions ideal for the players. Dew could have an effect given that there are no clouds during the day.

IND vs. BAN Match Prediction

Although Bangladesh has a young squad and will be trying to pull off an upset, India is the clear favorite coming into the game. While Bangladesh has the benefit of momentum and a combination of youthful skill and experience, India boasts a stronger bowling attack and batting lineup.

In general, we believe India will prevail in this game. On paper, India has the stronger team, but Bangladesh is a squad that never backs down from a fight.

India Probable First XI

Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (WK), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Siraj

Bangladesh Probable First XI

Tanzid Hasan, Litton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shakib Al Hasan (C), Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim (WK), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mahmudullah, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman

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