England vs South Africa Cricket World Cup 2023: Expected lineups, head-to-head, toss, predictions and betting odds
England are set to lock horns with South Africa in the ICC Cricket World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday.
England, despite being pre-tournament favourites, have suffered two losses in three games, including a significant defeat against Afghanistan. Their struggles extend to both batting and bowling, and they lost eight wickets to Afghan spinners in just 25 overs which saw them getting bundled for just 215 in 40.3 overs.
South Africa, on the other hand, experienced a shocking defeat to the Netherlands. The team's opener, Temba Bavuma, has been struggling, scoring only 59 runs in three games with an average of 19.66. His performance is putting pressure on other key batsmen like Rassie van der Dussen and Aiden Markram.
Meanwhile, Quinton de Kock, who has scored 229 runs in three games, including two centuries, will be key to South Africa's chances against England.
England vs South Africa: Predicted line-up
PredictedXIforEngland: Jonny Bairstow, Dawid Malan, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler (c & wk), Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Ben Stokes, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Reece Topley.
PredictedXIforSouth Africa: Quinton de Kock (wk), Temba Bavuma (c), Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi, Gerald Coetzee.
England vs South Africa: Head-to-head in ODIs
In One Day Internationals (ODIs), England and South Africa have met in 69 matches. Out of these encounters, England have emerged victorious in 30 matches, while South Africa have won 33 times. Additionally, there have been 5 matches that ended without a result, and 1 match ended in a tie.
England vs South Africa: Toss
The toss will happen at 1:30 PM IST.
England vs South Africa: Weather forecast in Mumbai
The weather is predicted to be hot, with a high of 37 degrees in Mumbai. There are no chances of rain during match time.
England vs South Africa: Prediction for CWC 2023 match
The upcoming match between South Africa and England promises to be a tough encounter, especially considering both teams are coming off recent losses. In terms of current form, South Africa appears to have an advantage. Quinton de Kock, who has played at Wankhede Stadium more than 21 times, is in fine form and is currently leading the run chart.
It's worth noting that England has lost just once at Wankhede in three previous occasions. However, the last time South Africa played at Wankhede, they delivered an outstanding performance, scoring a remarkable 438 runs against India. In that game, Quinton de Kock scored a century, showcasing his batting prowess, while Kagiso Rabada took 4 crucial wickets, demonstrating the potency of the South African team.
England vs South Africa: Betting odds for CWC 2023 match
As per the Dafabet odds, England are marginal favourites to win the match.
