India and New Zealand have shared a rich cricketing history filled with memorable encounters across formats. The two teams first faced each other in 1955, and since then, their rivalry has evolved into one of mutual respect.
While India dominates head-to-head records in both Tests and ODIs, New Zealand has often emerged as a stronger opponent, especially in ICC events. Notable moments include India’s loss to New Zealand in the 2019 World Cup semi-final and the Kiwis clinching the inaugural ICC World Test Championship in 2021 by defeating India.
New Zealand will tour India for a three-match Test series, starting from October 16, 2024. The first Test will take place at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. The second Test will follow at Pune’s Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium from October 24. The series finale will be held at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, starting on November 1.
In a recent outburst on social media, former Indian batter and current cricket analyst Sanjay Manjrekar expressed frustration with the Indian team management’s decision to push Sarfaraz Khan down the order in the ongoing third Test against New Zealand at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium. Manjrekar questioned the choice to send Sarfaraz, who is currently in good […]