ICC World Cup 2023: England vs New Zealand- Match Preview, Predictions, and Odds

ICC World Cup 2023: England vs New Zealand- Match Preview, Predictions, and Odds by Betadda

The opening match of the tournament will be between the defending champions, England and New Zealand, at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, on 5th October, 2023, from 2:00 PM onwards. 

England and New Zealand have a history of thrilling contests, with England winning the 2019 World Cup due to more boundaries after a tie in runs and a super over. England has a powerful batting lineup but a less consistent bowling attack compared to New Zealand, making both teams strong contenders in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.

Pitch Report

The pitch at the Narendra Modi Stadium, spanning 22 yards, appears to favour the batsmen. Nevertheless, it also offers opportunities for fast bowlers to generate pace and bounce. Thus, the matches in Ahmedabad have been fiercely contested and witnessed high-scoring affairs. 

Players Face-Off

Dawid Malan of England and Trent Boult of New Zealand are set for a captivating faceoff, as Malan’s record of 769 runs scored in 18 matches is impressive, while Boult has garnered 187 wickets taken in 99 encounters.

ENG vs NZ Head-To-Head

Matches played: 91

ENG won: 42

NZ won: 43

No result: 6

Betadda Predictions

Odds of the Match

ENG: 1.5 , NZ: 2.8 

Who will win the Toss: NZ

Avg 1st Innings total: 235

Avg 2nd Innings total: 203

Best Batter:

ENG: Joe Root, NZ: Kane Williamson

Best Bowler:

ENG: Mark Wood, NZ: Tim Southee

Key Player of the Match:

ENG: Moeen Ali, NZ: Lockie Ferguson