Australia vs New Zealand, World Cup 2023: Dharamsala weather forecast, pitch report, live streaming

The HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala will host its fifth and final ICC World Cup 2023 match when Australia take on New Zealand in the 27th fixture of the tournament on Saturday, 28 October.

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Under Pat Cummins, Australia will aim to maintain their winning streak, having secured three consecutive victories after two initial defeats in the tournament’s opening games. On the other hand, Tom Latham’s New Zealand will look to bounce back and get back to winning ways after going down to India at the same venue.

After their defeats to India and South Africa, Australia have been good in the next matches in Bengaluru and Delhi, played on more batting-friendly pitches. In both the matches, Australia blazed to totals in excess of 350.

On the other hand, New Zealand began their campaign with two wins on flat tracks in Ahmedabad and Hyderabad.

Australia vs New Zealand: Head-to-head record in ODIs

Australia and New Zealand have faced each other in 141 matches. Australia have been the dominant side in these matches as they have won 95 games as opposed to New Zealand, who have won 39 matches. Meanwhile, seven games played between the sides have ended with no result.

Australia vs New Zealand: Dharamsala Weather Forecast

There is no chance of rain or thunderstorms in Dharamsala on Saturday. It will be a day match and hence, the players will have plenty of sunshine to cope with. The temperature during the playing hours is expected to fluctuate around 17° C to 20° C.

Australia vs New Zealand: Dharamsala Pitch Report

Although the square boundaries are relatively short, only one innings has seen the batting side breach the 350-run mark.

In this World Cup, the average score when batting first at this venue is slightly higher at 258. Under lights, dew could play a part and this could prompt the captain winning the toss to field first. However, pacers could also get the ball to move around when the sun sets.

Australia vs New Zealand: Live Streaming Details

All the matches of the ICC Cricket World Cup will be shown live on the Star Sports Network. It will also be live streamed on Disney+ Hotstar in India.