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CWC 2019 Match 12: England v Bangladesh Preview Dream11. ENG vs BAN Preview Dream11 Prediction
As the 2019 World Cup rolls onto its second week, there is little doubt that things just got a whole lot more interesting.
England’s defeat at the hands of Pakistan threw a spanner in the works. A real big spanner. It was meant to be an easy England win in the words of Michael Vaughan. Pakistan had just been rolled for 105 by West Indies, after losing 4-0 last month. But, England were awful in the field.
The silver lining, though?
Eoin Morgan’s men had not failed a single chase at home in ODIs for three years. What followed was a wake up call. The challenge has been handed out to the World Cup favourites: if you concede big totals, you can’t expect to chase them down easily in the pressure of a World Cup game.
Next up is Bangladesh. A side whose days as the whipping boys are well and truly over. A team that provides more value than just making up the numbers. South Africa were beaten at the hands of this team, and New Zealand nearly so. The third tough game in a row awaits for Bangladesh, who have shown that they are very much capable of pushing for a top four spot. After all, they have the world’s top all-rounder in good touch, as well as plenty of experience in their ranks. Can they trouble England? Even yet, can they consign the pre-tournament favourites to two losses in a row?
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Key to an England win
Conditions in Cardiff have very much been bowler friendly so far this tournament. Sure, a struggling Sri Lankan side have played the two games at Sophia Gardens far, but England will be aware of the movement on offer. That Bangladesh have played on two pretty good batting tracks at The Oval is an opportunity for England, who would want an improvement on their bowling and fielding effort against Pakistan. None more so than Jason Roy and Jofra Archer, who went the distance after impressing so admirably first up against South Africa. Can England get the better of Bangladesh’s experienced players?
Also, Jonny Bairstow, one of the contenders for top run scorer at this World Cup, has had a slow start. He is crucial to setting the tone for England, especially so as Bangladesh might look to open with spin to target Jason Roy, even if the pitch assists the seamers. With Joe Root, Eoin Morgan, Ben Stokes and Jos Buttler all in the runs so far in CWC 2019, a strong platform pushes Bangladesh onto the defensive. Can England’s batting go big in what is a slightly nervy time?
Key to a Bangladesh win
Bangladesh performed admirably against New Zealand. However, some familiar mistakes reappeared. Soumya Sarkar’s failure to take advantage of his good form has to be addressed. Starts were made right down the order, but no one was able to convert to three figures. As a result, Bangladesh ended up on 244 after sitting at 151/3 with 20 overs to go. Can Tamim Iqbal and Soumya Sarkar replicate Pakistan’s fast start against England? Can Shakib, hugely important to Bangladesh, continue his good form? With a capable middle order, Bangladesh must hold strong against any movement early and ensure they don’t fall too far behind the eight-ball too soon.
Also, and significantly, can Bangladesh’s bowlers find success in the powerplay? Can they take their chances (i.e. Mushfiqur Rahim last game)? Mustafizur Rahman, in the wickets late against South Africa, couldn’t find success against New Zealand. However, his pace reaching the heights of 2015 is encouraging, and what threat he provides early can set the tone. With the spinners and Mohammad Saifuddin all bowling well, Bangladesh need a complete effort right throughout the innings to tame England’s strong lineup.
Pitch and conditions
Some showers are forecast for the day at Cardiff, but hopefully there should be enough play to see a result. Also, it remains to be seen if a green pitch is prepared for this game, as was the case in Sri Lanka’s two games on this ground.
Possible Playing 11
Mark Wood came in for Liam Plunkett against Pakistan. While he did relatively well, England may be tempted to bring back Plunkett, one of their higher wicket-takers since CWC 2015. England, who were very poor in the field vs Pakistan, need an improvement.
England: 1. Jonny Bairstow, 2. Jason Roy, 3. Joe Root, 4. Eoin Morgan (c), 5. Ben Stokes, 6. Jos Buttler (wk), 7. Moeen Ali, 8. Chris Woakes, 9. Jofra Archer, 10. Adil Rashid, 11. Liam Plunkett/Mark Wood
Bangladesh have played well in their two games. They should stick with the same team. The only question they may have is whether to play an extra seamer.
Bangladesh: 1. Tamim Iqbal, 2. Soumya Sarkar, 3. Shakib Al Hasan, 4. Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), 5. Mohammad Mithun, 6. Mahmdullah, 7. Mossadek Hossain, 8. Mohammad Saifuddin, 9. Mehidy Hasan Miraz, 10. Mashrafe Mortaza (c), 11. Mustafizur Rahman
Dream11 Prediction
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Stats and Facts
- Bangladesh have won the last two World Cup meetings between the teams (2011 and 2015).
- England have come a long way since 2015 after being knocked out of the tournament by Bangladesh.
- The head-to-head battle between the sides has been close since July 2010. England lead 5-4 in nine matches.
- England cruised past Bangladesh in the 2017 Champions Trophy, chasing 306 just two down.
Match Prediction
This match could well be interesting.
Bangladesh have it in them to challenge England, especially if they get the chance to bowl first with any assistance in the track. Ultimately, though, England should prevail in an important game.
Also, be sure check out my series of “five key talking points” from every CWC 2019 match! The latest:
Australia v West Indies: Coulter-Nile for PM!
India v South Africa: India start with a win + why I say sorry to SA fans!
Afghanistan v Sri Lanka: SL escape in missed opportunity for Afghanistan
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