When and Where to Watch New Zealand vs Bangladesh, Live Streaming, Match Preview, Timings, and Pitch Report for 1st T20I

After a totally one-sided ODI series that saw New Zealand hammering Bangladesh 3-0, the two sides will collide with each other in a three-match T20I series, with the first rubber commencing on 28th March 2021 at Hamilton. The second and third T20Is will be played on 30th March and 1st April 2021 respectively.

The Bangladesh side could not match New Zealand’s prowess in the ODI series. In fact, in the 1st and 3rd ODI matches, the Tigers could not even cross the 200-run mark with the willow. Even their bowling was ordinary and lacked bite, as the Black Caps faced no problems while dealing with their bowlers.

The Bangladesh side has lost 4 out of its last 6 T20I matches. And, even their 2 victories came against the Zimbabwe side at home. On the other hand, the Kiwis have been on a roll in T20I cricket, and have won 7 out of their last 11 matches. Bangladesh has never managed to beat the Black Caps in even a single T20I. Needless to say, New Zealand will once again start as the favorites. On the other hand, Bangladesh will desperately be hoping for a change of fortunes.

Pitch and Conditions

The pitch at Seddon Park in Hamilton is one where batsmen will have the upper hand. The ball will come onto the bat, and with the boundaries on the shorter side, we can expect the ball to fly around.

Playing Combinations for New Zealand vs Bangladesh

New Zealand

For the hosts, Martin Guptill will open the batting alongside either Finn Allen or Hamish Bennett. The Kiwis are likely to hand out a T20I debut to Will Young. Glenn Philipps, Devon Conway, Mark Chapman, and Daryl Mitchell form a formidable batting order, especially in home conditions.

The Black Caps are likely to go in with a strong three-pronged pace attack with the likes of Lockie Ferguson, Adam Milne, and skipper Tim Southee capable of causing problems to the visitors. The lone spinner’s place in the side will be taken by Ish Sodhi.

Probable Playing XI: Martin Guptill, Finn Allen/Hamish Bennett, Glenn Phillips (WK), Will Young, Devon Conway, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Tim Southee (C), Lockie Ferguson, Adam Milne, Ish Sodhi

Bench: Finn Allen/Hamish Bennett, Todd Astle

Bangladesh

For Bangladesh, veteran batsman Tamim Iqbal will not be available for the entire T20I series, as he has opted out due to personal reasons. 21-year-old Mohammad Naim and Liton Das will open the batting for the visitors. While Soumya Sarkar will occupy the No.3 slot, the experienced duo of Mushfiqur Rahim and Mahmudullah will come in at No.4 and No.5 respectively.

Mustafizur Rahman will spearhead the bowling attack for the Tigers, and Taskin Ahmed will share the new ball with Rahman. Both the Hasans, Mahedi, and Mehidy are also likely to take the field. Mahmudullah is expected to don the skipper’s hat.

Probable Playing XI: Mohammad Naim, Liton Das, Soumya Sarkar/Mohammad Mithun, Mushfiqur Rahim (WK), Mahmudullah (C), Afif Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Mohammad Saifuddin, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman

Bench: Al-Amin Hossain, Hasan Mahmud, Soumya Sarkar/Mohammad Mithun, Mosaddek Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Shoriful Islam

New Zealand vs Bangladesh Head-to-Head

Played – 7 | New Zealand – 7 | Bangladesh – 0

New Zealand vs Bangladesh Broadcast Details

Match Timings: 6:30 AM IST

Live Streaming: FanCode