Delhi: After winning the 2-match Test series against Bangladesh, the Indian team is now ready to face New Zealand. A 3-Test series will be played between India and New Zealand, the first match of which will start from October 16 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Now the question arises that what could be the possible playing 11 of India in this test. Let us know the answer.
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Recently the Indian team was announced for the Test series against New Zealand. Most of the players who played in the Test series against Bangladesh have been included in this team. Only Yash Dayal has not got a place in the team. Rohit Sharma and Yashasvi Jaiswal are expected to open the innings. Yashasvi had shown good form against Bangladesh and he would like to maintain it.
Shubman Gill may get a chance at number three, who played an unbeaten inning of 119* runs in the Chennai Test. Virat Kohli is sure to play at number four, who will try to return to his form this year. Coach Gautam Gambhir has also expressed confidence in Virat.
The responsibility of wicketkeeping will be on the shoulders of Rishabh Pant, who scored a century against Bangladesh, while there is doubt about Sarfaraz Khan’s place, KL Rahul may get priority. There will be a pair of Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin in the spin department, while the fast bowling will be handled by Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep.
India’s probable playing eleven
Rohit Sharma (captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wicketkeeper), KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep.
FAQ
Where to watch India vs New Zealand series?
Fans can watch this series live on TV on Sports 18, while on mobile it will be streamed on Jio Cinema. Smart TV users can also enjoy the match through Jio Cinema app.
What has been the head to head test record of India vs New Zealand?
So far, 62 matches have been played between India and New Zealand in Test history, out of which India has won 22, while New Zealand has been victorious in 13 matches. 27 matches have ended in a draw.