New Zealand vs Afghanistan, World Cup 2023 Match Prediction - NZ vs AFG Predicted Winner, H2H Record

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New Zealand and Afghanistan will be in action on Wednesday (October 18) in a crucial ICC World Cup 2023 match at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

The Kiwis have continued their magnificent start in the World Cup and currently are one of the three teams with a 100 per cent winning record. Afghanistan, despite their two initial defeats, have roared back with a resounding victory over defending champions England.

As the two teams take on each other in the Southern city of Chennai, it is to be seen how they line up for the challenges. Afghanistan will have to deal with the in-form Kiwi side, while the Black Caps know any complacency can have damaging consequences.

New Zealand vs Afghanistan - NZ vs AFG World Cup 2023 Match 16 Details

Match Date, Time and Venue: The World Cup 2023 match between New zealand and Afghanistan will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Wednesday (October 18). The match will start at 2 pm IST/ 8:30 am GMT.

Live Stream and Telecast: The World Cup 2023 Match 16 between New zealand and Afghanistan will be broadcast live on Star Sports network in multiple languages. The Indian viewers can also enjoy the live stream of the match through the Disney+ Hotstar app and website.

New Zealand vs Afghanistan H2H Record

New Zealand and Afghanistan have seen each other 2 times, and in World Cup on both occasions. The Kiwis do have a 2-0 lead over their Asian counterparts, winning one each in the WC 2015 and WC 2019 editions.

New Zealand vs Afghanistan Match Prediction: NZ vs AFG Who will win

It is kind of a difficult question to answer at this moment. On paper, New Zealand are overwhelmingly favourites. But after what Afghanistan did in the last match against England, there are ample chances for them to cause an upset yet again. And this time, mind you, it wont be called as an upset.

The Black Caps do have a better team. On the other hand, Afghanistan are flying high, and the victory against England has surely inspired and lifted all of their players who will believe that they can get a result against any team.

But considering all the facts, we still believe the Kiwis do have certain upperhand and may do just enough to topple the Afghans. But don't be surprised if Mujeeb and Rashid dance and rejoice again in Chennai on Wednesday.