World Cup 2023, 17th Match | IND vs BAN - Cricket Fantasy Top Captain and Vice-captain Picks
Mehidy Hasan Miraz can be vital with both the bat and the ball for his team (Source: AP Photos)
In the 17th match of the tournament, India (IND) will be playing against Bangladesh (BAN) on Thursday, 19th October, 2023 at 2:00 PM IST. The match will be played at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune, India. Before the match goes live, here is a look at the top captain and vice-captain choices for the fantasy contests of the match.
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IND vs BAN, 17th Match: Venue Analysis
The pitch of this ground is considered a heaven for batsmen. It rains a lot of fours and sixes on the Pune ground and a lot of runs are scored. However, the pitch also provides some help to the spin bowlers, which the spin bowlers of India and Bangladesh will be able to take advantage of.
Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, ODI Records
Matches: 7
Matches Won Batting First: 4
Matches Won Batting Second: 3
Average First Innings Total: 307
Average Second Innings Total: 281
Highest Score: England 350/7
Lowest Score: New Zealand 230/9
IND vs BAN, 17th Match - Toss Factor
The pitch will favour the batters. However, the pitch also provides some help to the spin bowlers. The team winning the toss might look to bowl first and chase down a target.
Scenario: If India Wins the Toss
Among the top three batters, India have Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in great form. With Shubman Gill's comeback and Shreyas Iyer's decent knock in last match, the Indian top-order looks formidable. India will be hoping to field first and then chase down the target in the better batting conditions.
Secnario: If Bangldesh Wins the Toss
On winning the toss, they will look to field first and unleash their world-class spinners from the beginning of the innings. In this scenario, players like Shakib Al Hasan (if he plays), Mehidy Hasan Miraz will be important choices for the game.
IND vs BAN, 17th Match - Top Captain and Vice-captain options
Scenario: If India Bats First
Rohit Sharma (IND)
In the first match of World Cup 2023, Rohit Sharma failed to get off the mark. But in the next two games, Sharma was seen at his aggressive best. If India have to set a target in the match, then Sharma's batting style will be crucial, making him an essential pick for the match.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz (BAN)
Mehidy Hasan Miraz can be a match-winner with both the bat and the ball. Miraz's off-spin will be very useful for Bangladesh. Also, his batting can be an important aspect when they are to chase down a target.
Scenario: If Bangladesh Bats First
Jasprit Bumrah (IND)
Jasprit Bumrah will be dangerous with the new ball, he is performing excellently in every match and picking up early wickets in the innings. He will be main threat to the Bangladeshi top order batsmen early in the innings.
Virat Kohli (IND)
The Indian superstar is looking in a great touch. Kohli has scored two half-centuries in the first two matches but dismissed early in the last match against Pakistan. If he gets his touch back, then it will be big problem for the opponent team.
IND vs BAN, 17th Match - Big Risk, Big Return Choices
Shakib Al Hasan (BAN)
On a turning track, Shakib Al Hasan can be a lethal bowler. Also, his experience will be very important for Bangladesh in the chase. He will be an advantageous option if Bangladesh have to chase a target. But he injured himself in the last match, so there is a possibility that he might miss this match.
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