The host nation will be eager to respond to their shock loss to Pakistan, but they’ll need to be at their best to contain a credible Bangladesh side tonight. The Three Lions launched their campaign seemingly in the best way possible, with a smart win over South Africa. Given the lack of fight that nation has shown so far and their subsequent loss, perhaps England aren’t nearly as bulletproof as first expected.
Bangladesh recorded a shock win of their own over South Africa first-up and were unlucky not to make it two in a row against New Zealand last time out. They face another big task here, but they’re clearly a team playing with confidence and an upset win is not out of the question.
Tips:
Joe Top England Top Runscorer @ $3.75
Jofra Archer England Top Wicket Taker @ $4
England Over 4.5 Run 1st Over @ $1.91
New Zealand are seeking to keep alive an unbeaten run of form at the Cricket World Cup and they are faced with another terrific opportunity to do so when they step out opposite the winless Afghanistan. The Blackcaps only just got there against Bangladesh last time out, but Bangladesh have clearly brought some fight to the World Cup and New Zealand should only improve from that effort.
Afghanistan have weathered a tough and winless start to the tournament, but every match is a huge ask for the tournament’s minnows and they’ll need to produce arguably a nation-best performance to win this.
Tips:
Rashid Khan Afghanistan Top Wicket Taker @ $2.75
Matt Henry New Zealand Top Wicket Taker @ $4.50
Kane Williamson New Zealand Top Runscorer @ $4