South Africa vs Bangladesh: Statistical preview, pitch report and timing
After being beaten convincingly by England in the ICC World Cup 2019 opener, South Africa will be aiming to get back to winning ways. They face an unpredictable Bangladesh team at the Oval on Sunday. The Proteas will need their batsmen to deliver the goods against the Tigers. Here is the statistical preview, pitch report and TV listing.
The two sides have met on three occasions in the World Cup. South Africa have pocketed two wins, whereas, Bangladesh have won once. Their previous Cricket World Cup meeting was in 2011. The Proteas won that match by 206 runs. Overall in ODIs, the two teams have met 20 times. SA hold a 17-3 advantage.
Former South African hero AB de Villiers amassed the most runs for South Africa in the World Cup (1,207) at an average of 63.52. He slammed four tons and six half-centuries between 2007 and 2015. For Bangladesh, left-arm spin all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan has scored the most runs (540). He has registered five fifties at an average of 30.00 in 21 innings.
Allan Donald has taken the most number of wickets for South Africa in World Cup history (38). He took two four-wicket hauls at an average of 24.02 and a best of 4/17. Shakib leads the charge for Bangladesh in terms of picking up the most wickets as well (23). He averages 35.78 with the ball and has best figures of 4/55.
The Oval has hosted 69 ODIs so far, with England winning the last encounter. The highest score at this venue is held by New Zealand (398/5 against England in 2015). The lowest score was registered by England (103 versus SA in 1999). Eoin Morgan has the most runs here (630). James Anderson (30) holds the record for most ODI wickets.
As per reports, some rain is expected to greet London in the afternoon on Sunday. The conditions could therefore be overcast and windy. Swing is set to be on offer for the pacers. The toss is therefore crucial. The match is set to start at 3:00 PM IST and will be telecast live on the Star Sports Network.
