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

For the first time since the 2019 World Cup, Bangladesh and New Zealand will clash in an ODI in the land of the Kiwis on 20th March 2021. The ODI series will be a three-match affair, with the second and third ODI matches slated to be played on 23rd and 26th March respectively.

This will Bangladesh’s first away tour of 2021. The Kiwis have been dominant against Bangladesh in the ODI format, and have won the last 4 matches that have taken place between the two sides. New Zealand will be without their talisman and skipper Kane Williamson, as the batting legend is nursing an elbow injury. Also, Ross Taylor will not be available for the first ODI, as the veteran batsman has not yet fully recovered from a tear in his hamstring.

Bangladesh will be led by experienced opening batsman Tamim Iqbal. They also have the likes of Soumya Sarkar and the flamboyant Mushfiqur Rahim in their ranks. However, they will be without legendary all-rounder Shakib al Hasan, who is currently enjoying some personal time after the birth of his child. Even though the Black Caps will start as the favorites, the visitors will surely give a tough fight in the series.

Pitch and conditions

The pitch at the University Oval in Dunedin is one that will keep both the batsmen and bowlers interested. The ball will nip around early on for the seamers, and it will be pivotal for the batsmen to play the waiting game.

Playing Combinations for NZ vs BAN

New Zealand

Martin Guptill and Henry Nicholls will open the batting for New Zealand. Devon Conway might make his debut in the first ODI. Skipper Tom Latham will occupy the No.4 slot. Will Young, James Neesham, and Daryl Mitchell will complete the middle order. Mitchell Santner will be the lone spinner in the side. Tim Southee, Kyle Jamieson, and Trent Boult are likely to take up the remaining three slots.

Predicted Playing XI: Martin Guptill, Henry Nicholls, Devon Conway, Tom Latham (C & WK), Will Young, James Neesham, Daryl Mitchell, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Kyle Jamieson, Trent Boult

Bangladesh

Tamim Iqbal and Liton Das will wield the willow at the top for Bangladesh. Najmul Shanto and Mosaddek Hossain might occupy the No.3 and No.4 slots respectively. Mushfiqur Rahim will don the wicket-keeping gloves. Mahmudullah and Soumya Sarkar will complete the batting line-up. While Mohammad Saifuddin, Mehidy Hasan, and Mustafizur Rahman are sure to start tomorrow, either Taskin Ahmed or Hasan Mahmud will complete the lineup.

Predicted Playing XI: Tamim Iqbal (capt), Liton Das, Najmul Hossain Shanto, Mosaddek Hossain/Mohammad Mithun, Mushfiqur Rahim (WK), Mahmudullah, Soumya Sarkar, Mohammad Saifuddin, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud/Taskin Ahmed

NZ vs BAN Head-to-Head

Played – 35 | NZ – 25 | BAN – 10

NZ vs BAN Broadcast Details

Match Timings: 3:30 AM (IST)

Live Streaming: FanCode