NED vs PAK Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match?

The Pakistan tour of Netherlands kicked off earlier in the week and the Men in Green have already clinched the three-match series with a game to go. The third ODI is set to take place in Hazelaarweg, Rotterdam, on August 21, Sunday, and Netherlands will look to end the series on a good note, although it is a dead rubber.

The first ODI was a thrilling encounter as Pakistan won by 16 runs, defending a target of 315. Fakhar Zaman was awarded Player of the Match for his century in the first innings. In the second ODI, the hosts put up a meagre total of 186, which was chased down by Babar Azam’s side in 33.4 overs and with seven wickets in hand.

NED vs PAK Match Details

Venue – Hazelaarweg, Rotterdam

Date and Time – August 21, 2:30 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming – FanCode

NED vs PAK Pitch Report

The wicket in Hazelaarweg generally can be a tricky surface to bat on. Since the start of 2021, eight ODIs have taken place on this ground, and the average total has been 205. The highest total during this period, which is 314, came only in the series, scored by Pakistan. Hence, it would be ideal to bowl first and assess the tempo and conditions for the second innings.

NED vs PAK Probable Playing XIs

Netherlands:

Musa Ahmad, Max O’Dowd, Bas de Leede, Wesley Barresi, Tom Cooper, Scott Edwards (c & wk), Logan van Beek, Teja Nidamanuru, Tim Pringle, Shariz Ahmad, Vivian Kingma

Pakistan:

Abdullah Shafique, Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Haris (wk), Zahid Mahmood, Shadab Khan, Agha Salman, Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Shahnawaz Dahani

NED vs PAK Probable Top Performers

Probable Best Batter of the Match:

Babar Azam:

The Pakistan skipper and one of the best batters in the world, Azam is usually expected to be the standout batter of a fixture whenever he is involved. In the first two ODIs, he scored 74 and 57 respectively and is the joint-highest scorer of the series along with Tom Cooper. Azam is also the top-ranked batter in ODIs according to the ICC Rankings.

Probable Best Bowler of the Match:

Naseem Shah:

Naseem Shah has been expensive in this series but he has picked a total of five wickets in two matches so far. His pace has troubled the Netherlands batters and the youngster will be looking to gain confidence ahead of the much-awaited Asia Cup to be played in the UAE later this month.

Today’s Match Prediction: Pakistan to win the match

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Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.