Bangladesh and the Netherlands play each other in the Group ‘D’ match of the T20 World Cup 2024 on Thursday at the Arnos Vale Stadium in Kingstown, St. Vincent. With just five spaces remaining for confirmation, the competition for Super 8 qualification has increased.
Both sides have two wins from their two games. Both Scott Edwards’ Netherlands and Najmul Hossain Shanto’s Bangladesh will try to take the open second position, as South Africa has already confirmed that it will make it into the top 8.
BAN vs NED: Top 5 Players to Watch Out For:
Mustafuzur Rahman(BAN):
When the game is fully on, “Mustafizur Rahman,” or “Fizz,” as he is often referred to, is a nightmare to right-handed batters from the Netherlands. In only 16 World Cup matches, Mustafizur, the renowned wicket-taker, has had 23 wickets at an incredible strike rate of 15.6. For World Cup games, he can always exert pressure through accurate bowling at early overs, which pushes the batting side into making mistakes, hence becoming the most important breakthrough in World Cup matches.
Towhid Hridoy (BAN):
Bangladesh’s best batter in the tournament thus far is Towhid Hridoy, who has shown his talent and reliability. With a strike percentage of 142.59, he has amassed 77 runs in two innings. He has distinguished himself as a vital player with his outstanding performance, which showcased his quickness and efficiency in scoring goals. Hridoy promises to make a major contribution to his team’s victory.
Tanzim Hasan Sakib (BAN):
Tanzim Hasan has been playing well lately, showcasing his ability to take wickets at both the start and finish of an innings. His latest performance, in which he claimed three wickets in the most recent game, demonstrates his effectiveness. Tanzim is an invaluable member of the team because of his capacity to disturb the opposition’s batting order. His ability to consistently take wickets, particularly in critical moments of the game, highlights his significance and possible influence in the forthcoming games. Considering his current form and skill set, Tanzim Hasan is undoubtedly a player to watch.
Bas de Leede (NED):
The all-round bowler has demonstrated that he can make a valuable contribution with the bat and the ball. He has amassed 17 runs and claimed three wickets in the two games he has played. Even though he can still bowl well, his batting form isn’t the finest right now. Nevertheless, he is a useful player due to his broad skill set. Even as he attempts to get back into his batting form, his ability to have a variety of effects on the game guarantees that he will always be an important member of the squad.
Logan van Beek (NED):
Logan van Beek has been his team’s star player, taking 5 wickets in only two matches. His bowling prowess has been complimented by his batting abilities, as proven by his 23-run contribution in the previous game. Van Beek’s overall performance makes him a vital asset to his squad. Given his remarkable form and ability to impact the game with both the ball and the bat, he stands out as a strong contender for the Captain/Vice-Captain position in this game.
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