5 key battles to watch out before the T20 WC final

Cricket

Matt Henry vs India's opening pair

Henry is now undoubtedly NZ's best bowler in the tournament. However, his tournament was interrupted when he had to return home for the birth of his second child. The big question is, will he deliver yet another crucial performance in the finale as he did in the semis against SA

The battle of the captains

The battle between Surya and Santner will be very exciting as the Kiwi captain has dismissed him 3 times in previous occasions. Santner also has a good record against India in the T20 WC, picking up POTM with a 4-wicket haul back in 2016 and winning both encounters when the two teams faced each other in the WC.

Arshdeep vs NZ's in-form opening pair

Allen and Seifert had put up a staggering opening partnership of 117 runs in the semis, which saw them cruise past the target easily. Arshdeep, being a left-arm fast bowler, will try to swing the ball and try to disrupt their rhythm.

India's left-handers vs McConchie

McConchie played a crucial role in the semis, picking up 2 wickets early in the innings, and both of his wickets were of left-handed batsmen (De Kock and Rickelton), so he will be waiting to take his chances against Ishan, Abhishek, and Tilak if opportunity arises.

Bumrah at the death vs Black Cap's lower order

Bumrah undoubtedly has been India's go-to bowler at the death overs when it matters, but in recent times, he has been expensive.

Only time will decide

A single match-up could flip the game in an instant. Who will prevail in all these crucial battles? Only time will decide. Will India make history?

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