NZ vs SA: Statistical preview, pitch report and head-to-head
New Zealand take on South Africa in match number 25 of the ICC World Cup 2019 on Wednesday. The Kiwis are yet to lose a tie in this World Cup, whereas, South Africa are in a must-win scenario. It promises to be a close battle at Edgbaston in Birmingham. Here is the complete statistical preview.
Head-to-head records between the two sides
The two teams have faced each other on seven occasions in the World Cup. New Zealand have a clear advantage over the Proteas (5-2). Their last meeting was during the 2015 World Cup. NZ won that match by four wickets (D/L method). Overall in ODIs, the Kiwis have pocketed 23 matches, whereas SA have won 41 times. Five matches didn't produce a result.
Top run-scorers of NZ and SA in World Cups
Former NZ skipper Stephen Fleming holds the record for the most runs scored by a Kiwi batsman in the World Cup (1,075). Fleming registered two hundreds and five fifties at 35.83. 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.
Top wicket-takers from NZ and SA in World Cups
Star fast bowler Allan Donald has taken the most number of wickets for South Africa in World Cup history (38) between 1992-2003. He took two four-wicket hauls at an average of 24.02 and a best of 4/17. Jacob Oram and Daniel Vettori have taken a total of 36 wickets each, which is the joint-highest among Kiwi bowlers in the World Cup.
Edgbaston: A look at the ground stats
England (408/9 versus NZ in 2015) have the highest team total here. Australia (70 versus England in 1977) have recorded the lowest score. Andrew Strauss (343 runs) has amassed the most runs here. Glenn Turner's 171* is the highest individual run-scorer at this venue. Darren Gough (21 wickets) has amassed the most wickets here. Josh Hazlewood (6/52 versus NZ) has the best bowling figures.
Pitch report, TV listing and timing
According to reports, a bit of rain could welcome both teams at the start of the day. It's expected to be cloudy, as the track will assist pacers. As the day progresses, dry conditions and a brighter sky will welcome the players. The match is scheduled for a 3:00 PM IST start and will be telecast live on Star Sports Network.
