IND vs NZ Match Preview

On the second day of the first test, New Zealand bowlers utilized full advantage of the favourable overcast conditions to dismiss India for 46, seizing the initiative. India recovered well in the third innings, scoring over 400 runs, but it was never going to be enough for a resurgent Kiwi side. They were concerned about Kane Williamson's fitness, but reports have emerged confirming that the Kiwi legend will miss another test to allow for further recovery from an injury.

IND vs NZ Match Details

India vs New Zealand – 2nd Match, Test Match

Venue: Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune

Date & Time: 24th October 2024 at 09:30 AM IST 

Live Streaming: Disney+Hotstar

IND vs NZ Venue Stats

IND vs NZ Pitch Report

The pitch flattens out over time and becomes easier to bat to serve as the match progresses, allowing teams batting second to fully capitalize and post a massive total.

IND vs NZ Weather Report

The weather forecast calls for sunny skies for the first three days, with rain increasing over the last two.

IND vs NZ Last Five Matches

IND vs NZ Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

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IND vs NZ Probable Playing XIs:

New Zealand Probable Playing XIs

Tom Latham (c), Devon Conway, Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wk), Glenn Phillips, Matt Henry, Tim Southee, Ajaz Patel, William O'Rourke

India Probable Playing XIs

Rohit Sharma (c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant (wk), Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj

Topmost Picks for IND vs NZ Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – India

• Rohit Sharma – Rohit Sharma scored a quick 48 in the second inning of the first Test and looked completely in command before getting out.
• Ravichandran Ashwin – Ravichandran Ashwin had a disappointing outing, going for runs and collecting just 1 wicket in the whole match.

Top Picks – New Zealand

• Rachin Ravindra – Rachin Ravindra impressed with a man of the match performance, notching up his first test hundred against India in the second innings and seeing off the chase in the fourth innings.
• Ajaz Patel – New Zealand will likely continue with Ajaz Patel as the frontline spinner in the team. 

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for IND vs NZ Dream11 Team:

Rishabh Pant, Devon Conway, Will Young, Sarfaraz Khan(C), Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, Kuldeep Yadav, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Southee(VC), Jasprit Bumrah, William O'Rourke

Suggested Playing XI N0.2 for IND vs NZ Dream11 Team:

Rishabh Pant, Devon Conway, Tom Latham, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sarfaraz Khan, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin(VC), Rachin Ravindra(C), Tim Southee, Jasprit Bumrah, William O'Rourke

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Rachin Ravindra, Sarfaraz Khan

Vice-captain – Ravichandran Ashwin, Tim Southee

Wicketkeeper – Rishabh Pant

IND vs NZ Probable Winners:

While India lost their first match, they are a strong team with the potential to recover. We expect them to perform well and turn things around. Nonetheless, New Zealand will be supported by their recent success and will put up a strong fight. Considering the team combination, India is expected to win this match.