IND vs NZ, 1st ODI Match Prediction – Who will win today's match between India vs New Zealand?

Rohit Sharma-led team India (IND) is set to lock horns with rivals New Zealand (NZ) in a three-match ODI series and as many T20I series at home. The Men in Blue play their first 50-over contest on Wednesday, January 18 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad.

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Speaking of their recent outings, both the teams are coming on the back of memorable ODI series wins, with India defeating Sri Lanka 3-0 at home and New Zealand beating Pakistan 2-1 away from home. Though the BlackCaps are without three of their star players Kane Williamson, Tim Southee, and Trent Boult, the clash will still prove to be a tougher competition than Sri Lanka.

Meanwhile, the Men in Blue have a slight upper hand in the head-to-head records in the 50-overs format, as in 113 outings, they have won 55 matches to New Zealand’s 50. There have been seven no results and one tie.

Match Details

Venue: Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad

Date & Time: January 18, 1:30 PM IST

Telecast & Live Streaming: Star Sports Network and Disney+Hotstar App

Pitch Report

The surface at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium is supportive for the batters and a high-scoring contest can be expected as both teams boast strong batting line-ups. Batting first should be the way to go in the contest as skippers of the two teams will aim to put up a big total.

Probable Playing XIs for IND vs NZ

India (IND):

Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Ishan Kishan (wk), Hardik Pandya, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Umran Malik

New Zealand (NZ):

Finn Allen, Devon Conway, Henry Nicholls, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (c & wk), Michael Bracewell, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Lockie Ferguson, Ish Sodhi, Doug Bracewell

India (IND) vs New Zealand (NZ) Head-to-Head:

Overall - 113 | India - 55 | New Zealand - 50 | Tied - 1 | N/R - 7

In India:

Overall - 35 | India - 26 | New Zealand - 8 | Tied - 0 | N/R - 1

Probable Best Performers from IND vs NZ

Probable best batter: Virat Kohli

Kohli has been in terrific form and he can get lethal especially once he feels settled on the pitch. His willow has done most of the talking for him lately with centuries coming in three of his last four ODI innings. The batter will look to play another vital innings against the Kiwis in the forthcoming clash.

Probable best bowler: Mohammed Siraj

Siraj has been unplayable as he has got his side the major breakthroughs in the crunch moments. He relished a sensational outing in the recently concluded series against the Lankan Lions. However, if he wants to cement his place in the World Cup squad, the pacer will need to maintain the same consistency.

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Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.