India vs New Zealand Preview & Prediction | 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup | Group Stage
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THE FACTS
When is India vs New Zealand on and what time does it start? India vs New Zealand will take place on Sunday 22nd October, 2023 – 09:30 (UK)
Where is India vs New Zealand taking place? India vs New Zealand will take place at HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala, India
Where can I get tickets for India vs New Zealand? Click here for the latest ticket information for India vs New Zealand
What channel is India vs New Zealand on in the UK? India vs New Zealand will be televised live on Sky Sports
Where can I stream India vs New Zealand in the UK? Sky Sports subscribers can stream India vs New Zealand live on Sky Go
THE LOWDOWN
INDIA
Coach: Rahul Dravid
Captain: Rohit Sharma
- India kept their 100% intact comfortably last Thursday, making light work of Bangladesh, whom they defeated by seven wickets following a successful chase of 257 with 8.3 overs remaining, Virat Kohli hitting the winning runs to complete a magnificent unbeaten hundred.
- All-rounder Hardik Pandya suffered an ankle injury in the only negative from that Bangladesh game, which will see him miss out here in Dharamsala.
NEW ZEALAND
Coach: Gary Stead
Captain: Kane Williamson
- Another comprehensive victory by New Zealand last Wednesday, this time against Afghanistan and by 149 runs, means that they take on the host nation having still not been beaten in this tournament, playing four and winning four.
- Tom Latham will again skipper the side in Kane Williamson’s absence, the regular captain fracturing his finger vs Bangladesh, whilst bowler Tim Southee is still yet to make his return, with Trent Boult, Matt Henry and Lockie Ferguson spearheading the New Zealand pace attack.
THE PREDICTION
India and New Zealand have each stood out from the rest of the pack over the course of this ICC Cricket World Cup so far, but at least one of their perfect records must come to an end here in Dharamsala. Both teams are stacked batting wise and have all bases covered with the ball. Therefore, in a fixture like this, home advantage could play a big part in the outcome. The crowd will get right behind the hosts and with their big guns Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in brilliant form, this may tip the scales in India’s favour. Consider backing the hosts to get the better of the Black Caps.
BETTING TIP: INDIA TO WIN
