NZ vs ENG 1st Test, Match Prediction- Who Will Win Today?

The last time both sides faced of in New Zealand Test Cricket was treated to one of its best ever games. New Zealand one by a mere one run in a game with vintage players from both sides. There are some new looks now and Tim Southee too has decided to join the likes of Trent Boult, James Anderson and Stuart Broad in retirement.

NZ vs ENG Match Details

Date: November 27th, 2024

Time:  3:30 AM IST

Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch

NZ vs ENG Weather Report

Overcast conditions are expected across the Test.

NZ vs ENG Pitch Report

As there is a WTC Final spot on the line the pitches are likely to be very result friendly. There will be good grass cover and the presence of cloud cover will make it really good for swing. Batting second will be a better choice with the pitch likely to flatten out as the Test progresses.

NZ vs ENG Predicted Playing XI

ENG Playing XI

Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes, Jamie Smith, Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Ollie Pope, Shoaib Bashir

NZ Playing XI

Devon Conway, Tom Latham, Will Young, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, Tom Blundell, Tim Southee, Matt Henry, William O Rourke, Jacob Duffy

NZ vs ENG Key Players

Will Young

Will Young had possibly his best series a few weeks ago. He now looks all set to push Kane Williamson down a spot with Young making number three his own spot.

Chris Woakes

The effectiveness of Chris Woakes is often questionable overseas. New Zealand though could be a place where is he more important given the cloud cover and swing on offer. He will feel at home with conditions helping him and will be waiting for the new-ball

NZ vs ENG Match Tips

Both teams are in good form but New Zealand are likely to start favorites given their home advantage.

Match Prediction: New Zealand Will Win The Match