New Zealand vs Netherlands, NZ vs NL, Today Match Prediction 02 April 2022

nz vs ned Match Prediction & Analysis

The second ODI match of the 3-match ODI series will be played at Seddon Park, Hamilton on the 2nd of April 2022. New Zealand has dominated the Netherlands in this series. In the first match of the series, New Zealand single-handedly won the contest. The Netherlands will have an opportunity to revive themselves in this series only if they manage to win this match. Pieter Seelaar will lead the Netherlands in this match.

The Netherlands will have to improve on their batting performances to stand a chance of winning against New Zealand. This series is the perfect opportunity for the Netherlands squad to test their performance in the ODI format. Even though New Zealand does not have their best team playing this series, youngsters have taken up the challenge and have been successful in winning matches for New Zealand.

In the first ODI between New Zealand and the Netherlands at Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui, New Zealand defeated the Netherlands by 7 wickets. Will Young played a brilliant knock of 103 runs off 114 balls. The debutant, Blair Tickner claimed a 4 wicket haul in this match. Pieter Seelaar and Michael Rippon were the key batsmen for Netherlands. 

TEAMS PREVIEW

New Zealand Preview

In the ICC Men's ODI Team Ranking, New Zealand is currently placed first. The strength of the New Zealand team in ODI cricket can be judged by their position on the table. They have had a fantastic year of cricket and were also finalists in the ICC Men's ODI World Cup. Despite the fact that New Zealand is not fielding their strongest squad in this series, they were able to demolish the Netherlands in their last encounter.

Will Young and Henry Nicholls were the key batsmen for New Zealand in their previous match. Young scored unbeaten 103 runs off 114 balls while Nicholls scored 57 runs off 79 balls. The batting form of the rest of the batting unit is a concern for this team. Martin Guptill will have the responsibility to provide strong starts in the initial batting power play and Tom Latham will have to up his game and support the middle order in the New Zealand batting unit.

The debutant Blair Tickner bowled well in the previous match. He claimed 4 wickets for 50 runs with a bowling economy of 5. Kyle Jamieson and Matt Henry will lead the bowling attack for New Zealand. Jamieson has been in excellent bowling form and is expected to maintain the pressure on the Netherlands' batsmen throughout the series. Ish Sodhi failed to claim a single wicket in the previous match, it will be interesting to see if Sodhi can make any difference in this match.

Key Players: Tom Latham, Martin Guptill, Will Young, Colin de Grandhomme.

New Zealand Predicted Playing XI:

Martin Guptill, Michael Bracewell, Will Young, Tom Latham (C), Colin de Grandhomme, Mark Chapman, Henry Nicholls, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Ish Sodhi, Blair Tickner.

New Zealand Actual Playing XI:

Tom Latham, Ross Taylor, Doug Bracewell, Henry Nicholls, Colin de Grandhomme, Michael Bracewell, Martin Guptill, Ish Sodhi, Blair Tickner, Will Young, Kyle Jamieson

Netherlands Preview

Netherlands does not play ODI matches regularly and they lack the experience of playing in international cricket. They currently hold 14th position on ICC Men’s ODI Rankings. Though it will be extremely difficult for the Netherlands to win this match, they have the best possible opportunity to present their skills in international cricket.

Michael Rippon and Pieter Seelaar had batted well for the Netherlands in the previous match. Rippon scored 67 runs off 97 balls and Seelaar played a knock of 43 runs off 75 balls. The poor performance of top-order batsmen will be a concern for this team. Max O’Dowd will have to ensure a strong start of innings for this team to stand a chance of victory. Scott Edwards will have the responsibility to support the middle order and anchor the innings for the Netherlands.

Michael Rippon not only performed with the bat but also claimed 2 wickets in the previous match. Logan van Beek picked up 1 wicket for 34 runs with a bowling economy of 5.66. Fred Klassen and Brandon Glover are another pair of talented bowlers in this squad.

Key Players: Pieter Seelaar, Max O’Dowd, Brandon Glover, Vikramjit Singh.

Netherlands Predicted Playing XI:

Max O’Dowd, Vikramjit Singh, Stephan Myburgh, Scott Edwards, Pieter Seelaar (C), Philippe Boissevain, Brandon Glover, Clayton Floyd, Fred Klaassen, Ryan Klein, Bas de Leede.

Netherlands Actual Playing XI:

Aryan Dutt, Scott Edwards, Logan van Beek, Pieter Seelaar, Brandon Glover, Michael Rippon, Bas de Leede, Vikramjit Singh, Fred Klaassen, Max O'Dowd, Stephan Myburgh

PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions

The weather will be cloudy on Saturday with temperatures ranging between 26°C and 13°C. This pitch has always favored bowlers and it will be a tough wicket to bat on. There is a slight possibility of rain in this match.

Venue Details

The venue for this match will be Seddon Park, Hamilton. This venue holds a capacity of 10000 spectators. The last ODI match played at this venue was between New Zealand and India in Feb 2020. 

Toss: To Bowl

Toss will play a major role in the game. The venue favors bowling and whichever team wins the toss is expected to bowl first.