Top three player battles to watch in NZ vs IND 2nd T20I
India and New Zealand will lock horns once again at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch in the second T20I on Saturday, October 24.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi vs Lockie Ferguson
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is expected to replace the injured Ishan Kishan, who has been ruled out of the second T20I. The 15-year-old will be eager to return to competitive cricket after his last appearance in the Asian Games final against Pakistan on October 3. He will attempt to impose himself on New Zealand's bowling attack during the powerplay phase.
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Lockie Ferguson represents a significant challenge for the teenager. The 35-year-old right-arm seamer relies on pace and bounce to trouble batters. Sooryavanshi should anticipate short-pitched deliveries and prepare for Ferguson to test his technique once more. If Ferguson executes his plans with precision, he can create difficulties for the Indian opener.
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