New Zealand vs Afghanistan: ICC World Cup 2023: Who Will Win? Prediction, Playing 11 And know more
New Zealand and Afghanistan are playing in the ICC World Cup 2023. New Zealand has won all three of their matches and is in second place on the points table, right after India. Afghanistan recently had a big win against England, causing an upset and moving them to sixth place on the table.
When New Zealand and Afghanistan have faced each other in the past, New Zealand won both times. However, this year, Afghanistan has a strong team with players like Rashid Khan, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, and Mujeeb Ur Rahman.
Low Chance of Rain In MA Chidambaram Stadium
The match is being held at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. It’s known for being good for batting, but spin bowlers can be tricky. Usually, the team batting first has an advantage, but in this World Cup, the trend has been different.
The weather in Chennai is hot and humid, with a low chance of rain. The temperature could reach 32 degrees Celsius.
According to Google’s prediction, New Zealand has a 74% chance of winning. However, after Afghanistan’s impressive win against England, their chances have improved. Some experts think the toss will be crucial, as the team bowling first might have an advantage.
Kane Williamson Injury
With Kane Williamson not playing due to an injury, New Zealand might face some challenges. This could give Afghanistan an opportunity for another upset. Overall, it’s expected to be a close and competitive match.