NZ vs IND Match Prediction – Who will win today match between New Zealand vs India?

New Zealand and India are all set to play a three-match T20I series starting on November 18 at the Wellington Regional Stadium. Both teams recently were knocked out of the T20 World Cup 2022 in the semi-final stages despite having a brilliant run in the Super 12 stages. However, a terrific series is on hand now with two quality sides battling out against each other.  

The Kiwis have left out veteran batter Martin Guptill while seam bowler Trent Boult has not been preferred with his decision to opt out of central contract for New Zealand. This will provide a lot more chances to the quick bowlers in the squad who have not had many chances.  

On the other hand, the visiting side India will be looking to build up the squad for the next T20 World Cup 2024. The senior players have been rested for the series and Hardik Pandya will lead the side in the absence of regular skipper Rohit Sharma.  

Match Details

New Zealand and India, 1st T20I, India tour of New Zealand Series 2022

Venue: Wellington Regional Stadium, Wellington  

Date and Time: November 18, 12:00 PM IST  

Telecast & Live Streaming: Amazon Prime Video

Pitch Report

The drop-in-pitch in Wellington is expected to be good for batting and the bowlers will have their task cut out. The skipper that wins the toss will be looking to bowl first going by the results in the venue. 

Probable Playing XIs for NZ vs IND

New Zealand:

Finn Allen, Devon Conway (wk), Kane Williamson (c), Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, JImmy Neesham, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Adam Milne, Ish Sodhi, Lockie Ferguson 

India:

Shubman Gill, Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya (c), Rishabh Pant (wk), Washington Sundar, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal,  

Probable Top Performers from NZ vs IND

Probable best batter: Shreyas Iyer 

Shreyas Iyer has been in excellent form coming into this series and it was unfortunate that he did not find a place in the T20 World Cup squad. However, the right-hander has grabbed his chances at number three in T20Is earlier this year and this will be a big test for him in overseas conditions. He is one of the best players of spin in the country and will be useful against the New Zealand spin duo. 

Probable best bowler: Arshdeep Singh 

Arshdeep Singh was Inda’s best bowler in the recent T20 World Cup 2022 and so far, he has had a great start to his international career. The youngster has swung the ball upfront and has backed it up with some excellent death bowling. He will relish the conditions in New Zealand where there is a lot of assistance to the swing bowlers. 

Today's Match Prediction: India to win the match

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Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.