Australia are set to face New Zealand in the 27th game of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala.
The HPCA Stadium will play centerstage to one of the most exciting and competitive matches of the World Cup so far; the finalists of the 2015 World Cup.
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After a slow start, the Australian cricket team has bounced back to secure victories in three consecutive games. This impressive streak has elevated them to the fourth position in the points table. In contrast, the New Zealand cricket team faced their first defeat in the competition at the hands of India on the previous Sunday.
It's worth noting that New Zealand has had a relatively poor overall record against Australia in the ODI World Cup. However, it would be unwise to underestimate them.
How many ODI matches has HPCA Stadium hosted?
The HPCA Stadium has hosted a total of eight One Day International (ODI) matches. In addition, there have also been one Test match and 10 T20Is at the venue.
How many spectators can HPCA Stadium hold?
The HPCA Stadium has a seating capacity of about 23000 spectators. Nestled in the lower Himalayas, is one of the most scenic cricket stadiums in the world and is a widely-recognised tourist attraction during the off-season.
HPCA Stadium: Pitch Report
Historically, the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala has been helpful to pacers as it offers movement off the pitch. Fast bowlers are likely to play a big role early on and can cripple batting teams in power play.
It is so important for the top-order batsmen to not throw their wickets away in Dharamshala. Teams winning the toss prefer to chase, because of the difficulty to put up a huge total on the board.
HPCA Stadium Dharamsala: Average scores and toss results in ODIs
| Average first innings score at Dharamsala | 211 |
| Matches won after batting first | 3 |
| Matches won by chasing team | 5 |
What happened in the previous ODI at HPCA Stadium Dharamsala?
In the last ODI at Dharamsala, India beat New Zealand by four wickets with 12 balls to spare.
Batting first, the Kiwis posted 273 on the board. In response, the Men in Blue chased down the total quite comfortably, riding on the heroics of Virat Kohli who played an incredible innings of 95 runs of just 105 balls.
What is the highest score by a team at HPCA Stadium in ODIs?
The highest score at the HPCA Stadium is 364/9, scored by England against Bangladesh in the 2023 ODI Cricket World Cup. Star batter Dawid Malan scored an exceptional century (140). Meanwhile, Joe Root (82) and Jonny Bairstow (52) both scored half-centuries.
What is the lowest score by a team at HPCA Stadium in ODIs?
The lowest score at the HPCA Stadium is 112, scored by India against Sri Lanka in December 2017. MS Dhoni scored 65 for India, as they were bowled out for 112 in under 39 overs. Suranga Lakmal was Sri Lanka's star bowler, ending with figures of 4 for 13 in 10 overs.
What is the highest individual score at HPCA Stadium in ODIs?
Dawid Malan has the highest individual score at HPCA Stadium in ODIs when he scored 140 runs off 107 balls against Bangladesh in the 2023 World Cup. His innings constituted of 16 boundaries and five sixes.
What is the best bowling figure at HPCA Stadium in ODIs?
Mohammed Shami has the best bowling figures on this ground for his 5/54 figures against New Zealand in the ICC World Cup in 2023. He took the crucial wickets of Will Young, Rachin Ravindra and Daryl Mitchell to dismantle the Kiwi top order.
Which batter has the most runs at HPCA Stadium in ODIs?
Virat Kohli has the most runs at the HPCA Stadium in the 50-over format. The 34-year-old has scored 307 runs, playing four innings at the venue. He averages 76.75 and has two half-centuries and a century to his name.
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Which bowler has the most wickets at HPCA Stadium in ODIs?
Mohammed Shami has bagged the most wickets at the HPCA Stadium in ODI Cricket. The left-arm speedster picked eight wickets in two matches that he has played at the venue. He bagged a fifer against the Kiwis in the last match for 54 runs which is also the best individual performance by a bowler on this ground.
Australia vs New Zealand: Betting odds for CWC 2023 match
As expected, the Dafabet odds predict Australia to win the match in the ODI World Cup 2023.
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