After a dominant performance against Bangladesh, Team India is set to take on New Zealand in a three-game Test series starting on October 16. With the race for a spot in the World Test Championship final heating up, India will be looking to secure their spot by defeating New Zealand. However, the Kiwis will be seeking redemption after a recent series loss to Sri Lanka and will be a tough match for the in-form Indian side. Tune in to JioCinema or Sports18 for live coverage of this highly anticipated series.
India-New Zealand Test Series: A Battle for World Test Championship Supremacy
The Indian national cricket team is all set to face off against the New Zealand national cricket team in a highly anticipated three-match Test series starting on October 16, 2023. This series holds immense significance as it could determine India's chances of qualifying for the World Test Championship (WTC) final.
Background
The WTC is a two-year tournament that involves all Test-playing nations. Teams earn points for wins and draws, and the top two teams at the end of the tournament qualify for the final. India is currently in contention for a spot in the final, while New Zealand is seeking to improve their position on the points table.
Recent Performances
India has been in impressive form in recent months, having thrashed Bangladesh 2-0 in a recent Test series. The team's batting, led by captain Rohit Sharma, has been particularly strong.
New Zealand, on the other hand, has had a disappointing run of late, losing 2-0 to Sri Lanka in a recent Test series. However, the team remains a formidable opponent, especially in familiar home conditions.
Squads
India: Rohit Sharma (captain), KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Axar Patel, Mohammad Shami, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj
New Zealand: Kane Williamson (captain), Tom Latham, Devon Conway, Will Young, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner, Ajaz Patel, Neil Wagner, Trent Boult, Tim Southee
Match Schedule
Top 5 FAQs
1. Who is the captain of the Indian team? Rohit Sharma
2. How many points does India have in the WTC standings? 260 points
3. What is the format of the WTC? Nine Test series are played over a two-year period, with each team facing six other teams.
4. Which team won the previous Test series between India and New Zealand? India won the previous Test series 2-1 in 2021.
5. Where can I watch the India-New Zealand Test series live? JioCinema or Sports18
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