The cricketing world is abuzz as India and New Zealand prepare to face off for the 63rd time in their Test match history. This long-standing rivalry has seen India secure 22 victories against New Zealand’s 13 wins, with 27 matches ending in draws. As both teams gear up for this exciting encounter, fans are eager to see how the dynamics play out in Bengaluru.
First Test Match Postponed by Rain: Originally scheduled to begin on Wednesday, the first Test match faced delays due to rain, leading to the cancellation of the first day. However, the weather has improved, and play is set to resume today, much to the relief of players and fans alike.
To accommodate the lost time, the timings for the remaining days have been adjusted. Here are the revised session timings for the match:
- Morning Session: 9:15 AM – 11:30 AM
- Afternoon Session: 12:10 PM – 2:25 PM
- Evening Session: 2:45 PM – 4:45 PM
Test Squads: Both teams have assembled their strongest squads for this crucial series. Here’s a look at the Test line-ups:
India Test Squad:
- Rohit Sharma (captain)
- Yasavi Jaiswal
- Shubman Gill
- Virat Kohli
- KL Rahul
- Sarfaraz Khan
- Rishabh Pant (wicketkeeper)
- Dhruv Jurel (wicketkeeper)
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Ravichandran Ashwin
- Akshar Patel
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Mohammad Siraj
New Zealand Test Squad:
- Tom Latham (captain)
- Tom Blundell (wicketkeeper)
- Mark Chapman
- Devon Conway
- Matt Henry
- Darryl Mitchell
- Will O’Rourke
- Ajaz Patel
- Glenn Phillips
- Rachin Ravindra
- Mitchell Santner
- Tim Southee
- Kane Williamson (not available for the first match)
- Jacob Duffy
- Will Young
- Michael Bracewell (first Test only)
- Ish Sodhi (not available for the first match)
Where to Watch: Fans can catch all the action of the India-New Zealand Test series live on Sports18. Additionally, the matches will be available for free streaming on the Jio Cinema app.
Test Series Schedule:
- First Test: October 16 to 20 (Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru)
- Second Test: October 24 to 28 (MCA Stadium, Pune)
- Third Test: November 1 to 5 (Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai)
As both teams aim to establish dominance, this Test series promises to be an exhilarating showdown. Cricket enthusiasts are in for a treat as they witness history unfold on the pitch!
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