Australia v New Zealand, ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 – Match 27
October 28, 2023
10:30 am local time
Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala

AUS vs NZ, World Cup 2023 Match 27: Live score

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Australia vs New Zealand, World Cup 2023: Toss and live updates

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AUS vs NZ, World Cup 2023 Match 27: Team news

Historically, Australia have dominated New Zealand at the World Cup, winning eight out of 11 matches. The 2019 fixture went their way as well, courtesy of a spirited Mitchell Starc, who helped them to defend 244 runs with bowling figures of 5-26.

Despite initial hiccups, Australia have found their groove with victories over Sri Lanka, Pakistan and the Netherlands. Glenn Maxwell has solved most of their middle-order muddle after blasting the fastest World Cup ton off just 40 balls against the Dutch. Adam Zampa has returned to be their bowling trump card after struggling in the first two games due to back pain. With 13 wickets, Zampa currently leads the bowling chart owing to his last three outings, where his figures read 4-47, 4-53 and 4-8.

Australia will look to slot in fit-again firebrand opener Travis Head in the XI, meaning in-form Mitchell Marsh will play at his preferred one-down position. The shuffle will also push Steve Smith at No.4.

Meanwhile, New Zealand faced contrasting fortunes in their last match as they lost to India, the only undefeated team in the tournament. Tom Latham will continue with the leadership role in the absence of captain Kane Williamson, who is recovering from a thumb fracture.

Australia vs New Zealand predicted XIs

Australia: David Warner, Travis Head, Steve Smith, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Josh Inglis (wk), Cameron Green, Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa.

New Zealand: Will Young, Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (c) (wk), Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Mitchell Santner, Lockie Ferguson, Trent Boult, Matt Henry.

Match prediction: Who will win today’s AUS vs NZ match?

There aren’t any favourites to choose from in the highly anticipated Trans-Tasman clash. Both sides have a sound pace battery conducive to the Dharamshala conditions. Although New Zealand have been more consistent, Australia’s late arrival at the party endangers their sweet run. Brace for a blockbuster contest.