T20 World Cup

New Zealand vs India, 1st T20I – Dafanews Match Preview

After once again suffering disappointing losses in the semifinal of the World Cup, New Zealand and India will take on each other in the three-match T20I series, with the first game to be played at Wellington on Friday.

We take a look at the current form, head-to-head, players to look out for, and squads of both teams in our match preview.

Current form for India: L W W L W

Hardik Pandya will lead the team in the absence of Rohit Sharma and he will look to get the best out of his players. Moreover, the series will be a good opportunity for the young players to grab their chances with both hands in the absence of players like Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and Mohammed Shami.

India will want to adopt an aggressive approach in the PowerPlay overs, which was not the case in the recently concluded T20 World Cup.

Current form for New Zealand: L W L W NR

On the other hand, New Zealand was also brilliant in the Super 12 stage of the World Cup but the Kiwis could not bring their best in the all-important semi-final against Pakistan.

Head to Head: Matches: 20, Won by India: 11, Won by New Zealand: 9.

India holds a slight advantage in the head-to-head battle against the Blackcaps.

Players to look out for: Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Shubman Gill, and Yuzvendra Chahal will hold the key for India.

Mitchell Santner, Finn Allen, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson, and Glenn Phillips will be the crucial players for New Zealand.

India T20I squad for the New Zealand tour: Hardik Pandya (c), Rishabh Pant (vc), Ishan Kishan, Shubman Gill, Deepak Hooda, Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson, Washington Sundar, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav, Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Arshdeep Singh, Umran Malik.

New Zealand T20I squad: Kane Williamson (capt), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Devon Conway (wk), Lockie Ferguson, Daryl Mitchell, Adam Milne, Jimmy Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Ish Sodhi, Blair Tickner.

About the Author


Written by DafaNews

DafaNews brings you the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves you up-to-date matches, scores, live streams, fantasy games and quizzes. Our news covers India's prestigious leagues and events – Premier League, Pro Kabbadi League, Cricket World Cup and many more. Follow DafaNews on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,Telegram and Youtube for more updates.

Related Post
Share
Published by
DafaNews

Recent Posts

Indian Women’s Hockey Team Faces Relegation Threat as It Ends Pro League Campaign Against China

The Indian women’s hockey team finds itself in a high-stakes battle for survival as it… Read More

June 27, 2025

Sanju Samson to CSK? Trade Rumours Swirl as Potential Blockbuster Swap with Ashwin and Dube Surfaces

In what could be one of the most sensational trades in IPL history, rumours are… Read More

June 27, 2025

Mohun Bagan Secure ₹8.1-Crore Deal for Tekcham Abhishek Singh in One of Indian Football’s Biggest Transfers

Mohun Bagan are on the verge of completing the high-profile signing of full-back Tekcham Abhishek… Read More

June 27, 2025

Mohammad Shami urges Indian fast bowlers to talk to Jasprit Bumrah and learn from him ahead of 2nd Test against England

Indian fast bowler Mohammad Shami wants Indian pacers to have a discussion with Jasprit Bumrah… Read More

June 27, 2025

Aakash Chopra opens up on Jasprit Bumrah reportedly missing ENG vs IND 2025 2nd Test

Former Indian Test opener Aakash Chopra has expressed concerns after it has been reported that… Read More

June 27, 2025

R Sridhar backs Yashasvi Jaiswal after Leeds fielding nightmare

India’s former fielding coach R Sridhar has put his weight behind Yashasvi Jaiswal after the… Read More

June 27, 2025