New Zealand opener Martin Guptill on Friday surpassed India's ODI and Test skipper Virat Kohli to become the highest run-scorer in men's T20Is.

Guptill achieved the feat during his knock of 31 in the second T20 match against India, which is being played in Ranchi.

The Kiwi batter has now scored a total of 3,248 runs and is at the top of the tally, followed by Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma with 3,227 and 3,086 runs respectively.

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Indian Premier League franchise Mumbai Indians took to their Twitter and wrote, "Congratulations to @martyguptill for becoming the leading run-scorer in men`s T20I."

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Speaking ahead of the game, Guptill said: "We got to knockout stage in the T20 World Cup, so that was good. The other night we were just a little short of where we wanted to be with the bat. It`s all about contributing to the team and doing whatever I can to get us to win. I contributed a bit with the bat in the T20 World Cup and took it very deep against Scotland. I just want to go out tonight and do the same things that I have been doing. There is no guarantee in T20 cricket."

Coming to the match, India skipper Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bowl against New Zealand.

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The team made one change as Harshal Patel was handed a debut with pacer Mohammed Siraj injuring his hand in the opening game of the series on Wednesday.

New Zealand also made three changes to the team that lost the opening game in Jaipur as Milne, Neesham and Sodhi are back for Ferguson, Rachin Ravindra and Astle.

New Zealand opener Martin Guptill on Friday surpassed India's ODI and Test skipper Virat Kohli to become the highest run-scorer in men's T20Is. Guptill achieved the feat during his knock of 31 in the second T20 match against India, which is being played in Ranchi.

New Zealand opener Martin Guptill on Friday surpassed India's ODI and Test skipper Virat Kohli to become the highest run-scorer in men's T20Is. Guptill achieved the feat during his knock of 31 in the second T20 match against India, which is being played in Ranchi. The Kiwi batter has now scored a total of 3,248 runs and is at the top of the tally, followed by Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma with 3,227 and 3,086 runs respectively. ALSO READ: Shadab Khan and Mohammad Nawaz help Pakistan beat Bangladesh by 4 wickets in 1st T20I Indian Premier League franchise Mumbai Indians took to their Twitter and wrote, "Congratulations to @martyguptill for becoming the leading run-scorer in men`s T20I." Congratulations to @martyguptill for becoming the leading run-scorer in men's T20I. 🙌🇳🇿#OneFamily #INDvNZ — Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) November 19, 2021 × Speaking ahead of the game, Guptill said: "We got to knockout stage in the T20 World Cup, so that was good. The other night we were just a little short of where we wanted to be with the bat. It`s all about contributing to the team and doing whatever I can to get us to win. I contributed a bit with the bat in the T20 World Cup and took it very deep against Scotland. I just want to go out tonight and do the same things that I have been doing. There is no guarantee in T20 cricket." Coming to the match, India skipper Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bowl against New Zealand. ALSO READ: Explained! Why Tim Paine has stepped down as Australia's Test captain 4 years after sexting scandal The team made one change as Harshal Patel was handed a debut with pacer Mohammed Siraj injuring his hand in the opening game of the series on Wednesday. New Zealand also made three changes to the team that lost the opening game in Jaipur as Milne, Neesham and Sodhi are back for Ferguson, Rachin Ravindra and Astle.

Ind vs NZ: Martin Guptill surpasses Virat Kohli to become highest run-scorer in men's T20Is

India beat New Zealand by seven wickets in the second T20 International to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three match series here on Friday.

Opting to bowl, India produced a decent bowling effort to restrict New Zealand to a modest 153 for six.

Harshal Patel shone bright with figures of 2 for 25, while veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin (1/19), Axar Patel (1/26), Bhuvneshwar Kumar (1/39) and Deepak Chahar (1/42) picked up a wicket each.

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Glenn Phillips (34 off 21), Martin Guptill (31 off 15) and Daryl Mitchell (31 off 28) were notable contributors for New Zealand.

India chased down the target with consummate ease with K L Rahul (65 off 49) and skipper Rohit Sharma (55 off 36) stitching 117 runs for the opening wicket.

India, thus, took a 2-0 lead in the series, having won the first match by five wickets in Jaipur.

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Brief Scores:

New Zealand: 153 for 6 in 20 overs (Glenn Phillips 34, Martin Guptill 31, Daryl Mitchell 31; Harshal Patel 2/25).

India: 155 for 3 in 17.2 overs (KL Rahul 65, Rohit Sharma 55; Tim Southee 3/16).

India beat New Zealand by seven wickets in the second T20 International to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three match series here on Friday. Opting to bowl, India produced a decent bowling effort to restrict New Zealand to a modest 153 for six.

India beat New Zealand by seven wickets in the second T20 International to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three match series here on Friday. Opting to bowl, India produced a decent bowling effort to restrict New Zealand to a modest 153 for six. Harshal Patel shone bright with figures of 2 for 25, while veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin (1/19), Axar Patel (1/26), Bhuvneshwar Kumar (1/39) and Deepak Chahar (1/42) picked up a wicket each. ALSO READ: Shadab Khan and Mohammad Nawaz help Pakistan beat Bangladesh by 4 wickets in 1st T20I Glenn Phillips (34 off 21), Martin Guptill (31 off 15) and Daryl Mitchell (31 off 28) were notable contributors for New Zealand. India chased down the target with consummate ease with K L Rahul (65 off 49) and skipper Rohit Sharma (55 off 36) stitching 117 runs for the opening wicket. India, thus, took a 2-0 lead in the series, having won the first match by five wickets in Jaipur. ALSO READ: Explained! Why Tim Paine has stepped down as Australia's Test captain 4 years after sexting scandal Brief Scores: New Zealand: 153 for 6 in 20 overs (Glenn Phillips 34, Martin Guptill 31, Daryl Mitchell 31; Harshal Patel 2/25). India: 155 for 3 in 17.2 overs (KL Rahul 65, Rohit Sharma 55; Tim Southee 3/16).

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Rohit Sharma-led India will face Tim Southee-led New Zealand in the second match of the T20 series between both teams.&nbsp;

India had a very comfortable win over Kiwis in the first match and they'd be looking to win the second game and win the series, whereas Kiwis would be looking forward to coming back in full power and equalising the series to 1-1.

India will be looking to capitalise in the new era of the Rohit-Dravid partnership whereas New Zealand would be looking forward to recovering from T20 World Cup final woes.

The dew factor would be considered and whoever wins the toss would be looking to bowl first.

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Where is India vs New Zealand 2nd&nbsp;T20I match taking place?

The India vs New Zealand 2nd&nbsp;T20I match will take place at the JSCA International Stadium Complex&nbsp;in Ranchi, India.&nbsp;

What time does India vs New Zealand 2nd&nbsp;T20I match begin?

The India vs New Zealand 2nd&nbsp;T20I match begins at 7:00 PM IST on Friday (November 19).&nbsp;

How to watch live coverage of India vs New Zealand 2nd&nbsp;T20I on TV?

The India vs New Zealand 2nd&nbsp;T20I match will be aired live on Star Sports channels (Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, and Star Sports 1 Kannada).&nbsp;

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How to watch live coverage of India vs New Zealand 2nd&nbsp;T20I on the live streaming?

The India vs New Zealand 2nd&nbsp;T20I match will be available to stream live on the Hotstar.&nbsp;

Rohit Sharma-led India will face Tim Southee-led New Zealand in the second match of the T20 series between both teams. India had a very comfortable win over Kiwis in the first match and they'd be looking to win the second game and win the series, whereas Kiwis would be looking forward to coming back in full power and equalising the series to 1-1.

Rohit Sharma-led India will face Tim Southee-led New Zealand in the second match of the T20 series between both teams. India had a very comfortable win over Kiwis in the first match and they'd be looking to win the second game and win the series, whereas Kiwis would be looking forward to coming back in full power and equalising the series to 1-1. India will be looking to capitalise in the new era of the Rohit-Dravid partnership whereas New Zealand would be looking forward to recovering from T20 World Cup final woes. The dew factor would be considered and whoever wins the toss would be looking to bowl first. ALSO READ: Virat Kohli pens emotional note as AB de Villiers retires: Hurts my heart but you've made the best decision Where is India vs New Zealand 2nd T20I match taking place? The India vs New Zealand 2nd T20I match will take place at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi, India. What time does India vs New Zealand 2nd T20I match begin? The India vs New Zealand 2nd T20I match begins at 7:00 PM IST on Friday (November 19). How to watch live coverage of India vs New Zealand 2nd T20I on TV? The India vs New Zealand 2nd T20I match will be aired live on Star Sports channels (Star Sports 1, Star Sports 1 HD, Star Sports 1 Hindi, Star Sports 1 Hindi HD, Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu, and Star Sports 1 Kannada). ALSO READ: Explained! Why Tim Paine has stepped down as Australia's Test captain 4 years after sexting scandal How to watch live coverage of India vs New Zealand 2nd T20I on the live streaming? The India vs New Zealand 2nd T20I match will be available to stream live on the Hotstar.

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New Zealand opening batter Martin Guptill has said that Ravichandran Ashwin has got great control over line and length and he is very hard to get away.

Suryakumar Yadav (62) and Rohit Sharma (48) starred with the bat as India chased down 165 to defeat New Zealand by five wickets in the first T20I of the three-match series here at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Wednesday.

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"He is a willy bowler, he has got great control over his line and length. He does not bowl many bad balls. I do not remember him bowling many bad balls throughout his career, he is very difficult to get away.

His change in pace is so subtle and well controlled, he is just very hard to get away," Guptill said during the post-match press conference.

Rahul Dravid's coaching stint got off to a winning start as Rohit Sharma-led India defeated New Zealand by five wickets in the first T20I.

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Earlier, Martin Guptill and Mark Chapman played knocks of 70 and 63 respectively as New Zealand posted a total of 164/6. For India, Ravichandran Ashwin and Bhuvneshwar Kumar returned with two wickets each.

With this win, India gained a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, with the second game set to be played on Friday.

New Zealand opening batter Martin Guptill has said that Ravichandran Ashwin has got great control over line and length and he is very hard to get away. Suryakumar Yadav (62) and Rohit Sharma (48) starred with the bat as India chased down 165 to defeat New Zealand by five wickets in the first T20I of the three-match series here at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Wednesday.

New Zealand opening batter Martin Guptill has said that Ravichandran Ashwin has got great control over line and length and he is very hard to get away. Suryakumar Yadav (62) and Rohit Sharma (48) starred with the bat as India chased down 165 to defeat New Zealand by five wickets in the first T20I of the three-match series here at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Wednesday. ALSO READ: Aaron Finch wants to lead Australia's T20 title defence on home soil "He is a willy bowler, he has got great control over his line and length. He does not bowl many bad balls. I do not remember him bowling many bad balls throughout his career, he is very difficult to get away. His change in pace is so subtle and well controlled, he is just very hard to get away," Guptill said during the post-match press conference. Rahul Dravid's coaching stint got off to a winning start as Rohit Sharma-led India defeated New Zealand by five wickets in the first T20I. ALSO READ | 'Trent Boult knows my weakness and I know his strength': Rohit Sharma after India beat New Zealand in 1st T20I Earlier, Martin Guptill and Mark Chapman played knocks of 70 and 63 respectively as New Zealand posted a total of 164/6. For India, Ravichandran Ashwin and Bhuvneshwar Kumar returned with two wickets each. With this win, India gained a 1-0 lead in the three-match series, with the second game set to be played on Friday.

Ravichandran Ashwin difficult to get away, he has great control over line and length, says Martin Guptill

After a rude reality check in the T20 World Cup, India will aim to press the reset button for the 2022 edition under new captain Rohit Sharma and an illustrious head coach in Rahul Dravid, starting with the three-match series against New Zealand beginning here on Wednesday.

The duo in the next 11 months will underline the 'Men In Blue''s template and philosophy in the shortest format after it became clear that some rejigging will be needed as a part of course correction.

The disappointment in the UAE edition has forced India to look beyond Hardik Pandya, who for long has not been able to bring his all-round skills to the table.

Star IPL performer Venkatesh Iyer has been brought in as Hardik's replacement and the three games is likely to give an indication if he can be groomed for the much needed fast bowling all-rounder's slot.

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India can also do with more power hitters in the batting department and Venkatesh, who played for KKR this IPL, has shown his ability to hit long and big.

The other IPL performers who have been picked in the squad are Ruturaj Gaikwad, Harshal Patel, Avesh Khan and Yuzvendra Chahal, who makes a comeback after controversially being left out of the World Cup squad.

With Jasprit Bumah rested for the series, India will be looking to find another pacer, who can consistently clock 140kmph and above. As it was seen in the UAE, the extra pace always comes in handy, bringing Avesh and Mohammad Siraj into the picture.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who was not at his best in the UAE, has been given another opportunity to find his A game.

The think tank comprising skipper Rohit Sharma and head coach Rahul Dravid will also assess a player's utility keeping the Australian conditions in the mind as the country hosts the World Cup in less than 12 months time.

There are five shortest format openers in the side and slotting them in various middle-order position will be a challenge.

Rohit and vice-captain K L Rahul are expected to open on Wednesday but India might be tempted to experiment in the presence of more options like Ishan Kishan and Gaikwad. In fact, even Venkatesh got all his runs opening for KKR but he is set to bat in the middle-order.

Suryakumar Yadav could not find his rhythm during the World Cup but he is one player India would be looking to groom at number four, especially for the true pitches in Australia.

In the absence of rested Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel can fill the spin bowling all-rounder slot while R Ashwin is expected to retain his place in the playing eleven after an impressive white-ball comeback in the UAE.

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India had only five bowlers to choose from for most part of the World Cup while other top teams had up to seven options. Therefore, one might see one of the specialist batters rolling his arm over.

Their opponents New Zealand, who effectively knocked India out of the World Cup, have reached Jaipur on a chartered flight from Dubai with little time to reflect on their loss to Australia in the title clash.

Head coach Gary Stead has already spoken about how the challenges his team faces, having to regroup so quickly after a draining event like the World Cup.

Skipper Kane Williamson has been given rest for the T20s so that he is fresh for the following Test series. Seasoned pacer Tim Southee will lead the team in his absence.

However with Trent Boult for company and dangerous Daryl Mitchell in the top-order, New Zealand will be more than a handful in this series.

New Zealand could give opportunities to players who did not have much to do in the UAE including Kyle Jamieson who only played the warm-up games.

One of the interesting match-ups will be skipper Rohit against Ish Sodhi as the India captain has had problem against wrist spinners in the past.

Squads:

India: Rohit Sharma (captain), KL Rahul, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Ishan Kishan, Venkatesh Iyer, Yuzvendra Chahal, R Ashwin, Axar Patel, Avesh Khan, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Deepak Chahar, Harshal Patel, Mohammad Siraj.

New Zealand: Todd Astle, Trent Boult, Mark Chapman, Lockie Ferguson, Martin Guptill, Kyle Jamieson, Adam Milne, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee (captain).

After a rude reality check in the T20 World Cup, India will aim to press the reset button for the 2022 edition under new captain Rohit Sharma and an illustrious head coach in Rahul Dravid, starting with the three-match series against New Zealand beginning here on Wednesday.

After a rude reality check in the T20 World Cup, India will aim to press the reset button for the 2022 edition under new captain Rohit Sharma and an illustrious head coach in Rahul Dravid, starting with the three-match series against New Zealand beginning here on Wednesday. The duo in the next 11 months will underline the 'Men In Blue''s template and philosophy in the shortest format after it became clear that some rejigging will be needed as a part of course correction. The disappointment in the UAE edition has forced India to look beyond Hardik Pandya, who for long has not been able to bring his all-round skills to the table. Star IPL performer Venkatesh Iyer has been brought in as Hardik's replacement and the three games is likely to give an indication if he can be groomed for the much needed fast bowling all-rounder's slot. ALSO READ: 'Dependable opener & a great captain': Virender Sehwag names IPL teams that can target David Warner India can also do with more power hitters in the batting department and Venkatesh, who played for KKR this IPL, has shown his ability to hit long and big. The other IPL performers who have been picked in the squad are Ruturaj Gaikwad, Harshal Patel, Avesh Khan and Yuzvendra Chahal, who makes a comeback after controversially being left out of the World Cup squad. With Jasprit Bumah rested for the series, India will be looking to find another pacer, who can consistently clock 140kmph and above. As it was seen in the UAE, the extra pace always comes in handy, bringing Avesh and Mohammad Siraj into the picture. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who was not at his best in the UAE, has been given another opportunity to find his A game. The think tank comprising skipper Rohit Sharma and head coach Rahul Dravid will also assess a player's utility keeping the Australian conditions in the mind as the country hosts the World Cup in less than 12 months time. There are five shortest format openers in the side and slotting them in various middle-order position will be a challenge. Rohit and vice-captain K L Rahul are expected to open on Wednesday but India might be tempted to experiment in the presence of more options like Ishan Kishan and Gaikwad. In fact, even Venkatesh got all his runs opening for KKR but he is set to bat in the middle-order. Suryakumar Yadav could not find his rhythm during the World Cup but he is one player India would be looking to groom at number four, especially for the true pitches in Australia. In the absence of rested Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel can fill the spin bowling all-rounder slot while R Ashwin is expected to retain his place in the playing eleven after an impressive white-ball comeback in the UAE. ALSO READ: Virat Kohli lands in trouble after his restaurant accused of discrimination against LGBTQIA community India had only five bowlers to choose from for most part of the World Cup while other top teams had up to seven options. Therefore, one might see one of the specialist batters rolling his arm over. Their opponents New Zealand, who effectively knocked India out of the World Cup, have reached Jaipur on a chartered flight from Dubai with little time to reflect on their loss to Australia in the title clash. Head coach Gary Stead has already spoken about how the challenges his team faces, having to regroup so quickly after a draining event like the World Cup. Skipper Kane Williamson has been given rest for the T20s so that he is fresh for the following Test series. Seasoned pacer Tim Southee will lead the team in his absence. However with Trent Boult for company and dangerous Daryl Mitchell in the top-order, New Zealand will be more than a handful in this series. New Zealand could give opportunities to players who did not have much to do in the UAE including Kyle Jamieson who only played the warm-up games. One of the interesting match-ups will be skipper Rohit against Ish Sodhi as the India captain has had problem against wrist spinners in the past. Squads: India: Rohit Sharma (captain), KL Rahul, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Shreyas Iyer, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Ishan Kishan, Venkatesh Iyer, Yuzvendra Chahal, R Ashwin, Axar Patel, Avesh Khan, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Deepak Chahar, Harshal Patel, Mohammad Siraj. New Zealand: Todd Astle, Trent Boult, Mark Chapman, Lockie Ferguson, Martin Guptill, Kyle Jamieson, Adam Milne, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee (captain).

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"We are here to play cricket," India's T20 vice-captain K L Rahul said when questioned about&nbsp;Jaipur's&nbsp;growing air pollution levels ahead of the series opener against New Zealand.

Like Delhi, Jaipur's air pollution levels spiked following Diwali earlier this month. On Saturday, Jaipur recorded extremely low AQI levels, and smog engulfed the city even on Monday morning.

"Actually, we haven't stepped out yet. We just reached the stadium so I don't know, I don't have an answer to that. I am not carrying a metre with me in my hand to say how bad the pollution is.

"I am sure it won't be that bad. We all are here to play cricket," said Rahul before the Indian team's first practice session on Monday.

Meanwhile, in the presence of skipper Rohit Sharma, his colleagues, and other support staff members, new head coach Rahul Dravid observed his first training session with the national team.

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Following a three-day quarantine, the squad held its first practise session.

India are slated to play three Twenty20 Internationals against New Zealand on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, followed by a two-match Test series.

"We are here to play cricket," India's T20 vice-captain K L Rahul said when questioned about Jaipur's growing air pollution levels ahead of the series opener against New Zealand.

"We are here to play cricket," India's T20 vice-captain K L Rahul said when questioned about Jaipur's growing air pollution levels ahead of the series opener against New Zealand. Like Delhi, Jaipur's air pollution levels spiked following Diwali earlier this month. On Saturday, Jaipur recorded extremely low AQI levels, and smog engulfed the city even on Monday morning. "Actually, we haven't stepped out yet. We just reached the stadium so I don't know, I don't have an answer to that. I am not carrying a metre with me in my hand to say how bad the pollution is. "I am sure it won't be that bad. We all are here to play cricket," said Rahul before the Indian team's first practice session on Monday. Meanwhile, in the presence of skipper Rohit Sharma, his colleagues, and other support staff members, new head coach Rahul Dravid observed his first training session with the national team. Also Read: Can't believe there were no inputs from Shastri, Kohli in India's T20 WC squad selection: Ex-Pakistan skipper Following a three-day quarantine, the squad held its first practise session. India are slated to play three Twenty20 Internationals against New Zealand on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, followed by a two-match Test series.

'We are here to play cricket' says KL Rahul on air pollution threat to first T20I vs New Zealand

New Zealand coach Gary Stead says his team is bracing up for a "tough and challenging" schedule as it heads to India for a three-match T20 series, starting just three days after the T20 World Cup final which the Black Caps lost to Australia here.

New Zealand on Sunday lost to Australia by eight wickets in the showpiece but Kane Williamson's men will hardly have any time to regroup as it faces India in the opening T20I at Jaipur on Wednesday.

It will be followed by the second and third T20Is on November 19 and November 21, before they kick off their World Test Championship defence with two games in Kanpur and Mumbai.

"It's the first time that I can remember that we're so quickly into another series immediately at the back-end of the T20 World Cup," Stead was quoted as saying by 'ESPNcricinfo'.

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"It's definitely tough and challenging but it is what is in front of us."

The members of the Test side, who are not part of the T20 squad, are already in India.

It will be a busy time for the kiwi support staff as they juggle with training the Test players in the morning and the T20 cricketers in the evening in the next few weeks.

"We've got nine-ten guys in India already, who are preparing for those Test matches, and hopefully we can get up and have a really great performance against India."

New Zealand cricketers have been in the bio-bubble for varying time period with 10 members of the T20 squad also competing at the IPL in UAE which preceded the ICC event, while others like Glenn Phillips and Jimmy Neesham played at the Hundred.

There were others like Martin Guptill, Mark Chapman and Ish Sodhi, who also stayed in the UAE bubble following New Zealand's decision to call off their tour of Pakistan due to security concerns in September.

In some good news for New Zealand, pace spearhead Lockie Ferguson, who missed the T20 World Cup due to a calf injury, is likely to return to action.

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Ferguson, who was sidelined just hours before New Zealand's opening match against Pakistan in Sharjah, has resumed bowling at the nets in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

"In terms of Lockie, I think he is pretty close," Stead said.

"We will just make sure we get over there, travel okay and there's no issues like seizing up on the flight or anything like that. But I'd expect that he's going to be available for selection, which will be fantastic.

"With all the guys that are going to prepare for the Test matches, we just have to make that call over there - whether we think it's in the best interests of them and also in the best interests of the team being that the Test matches are more of our priority, I think, in the next month than what the T20 matches will be."&nbsp;

New Zealand coach Gary Stead says his team is bracing up for a "tough and challenging" schedule as it heads to India for a three-match T20 series, starting just three days after the T20 World Cup final which the Black Caps lost to Australia here.

New Zealand coach Gary Stead says his team is bracing up for a "tough and challenging" schedule as it heads to India for a three-match T20 series, starting just three days after the T20 World Cup final which the Black Caps lost to Australia here. New Zealand on Sunday lost to Australia by eight wickets in the showpiece but Kane Williamson's men will hardly have any time to regroup as it faces India in the opening T20I at Jaipur on Wednesday. It will be followed by the second and third T20Is on November 19 and November 21, before they kick off their World Test Championship defence with two games in Kanpur and Mumbai. "It's the first time that I can remember that we're so quickly into another series immediately at the back-end of the T20 World Cup," Stead was quoted as saying by 'ESPNcricinfo'. ALSO READ | EXCLUSIVE: Will Australia regain dominance in world cricket after T20 WC triumph? John Buchanan opines "It's definitely tough and challenging but it is what is in front of us." The members of the Test side, who are not part of the T20 squad, are already in India. It will be a busy time for the kiwi support staff as they juggle with training the Test players in the morning and the T20 cricketers in the evening in the next few weeks. "We've got nine-ten guys in India already, who are preparing for those Test matches, and hopefully we can get up and have a really great performance against India." New Zealand cricketers have been in the bio-bubble for varying time period with 10 members of the T20 squad also competing at the IPL in UAE which preceded the ICC event, while others like Glenn Phillips and Jimmy Neesham played at the Hundred. There were others like Martin Guptill, Mark Chapman and Ish Sodhi, who also stayed in the UAE bubble following New Zealand's decision to call off their tour of Pakistan due to security concerns in September. In some good news for New Zealand, pace spearhead Lockie Ferguson, who missed the T20 World Cup due to a calf injury, is likely to return to action. ALSO READ | How India under-performed in T20 WC? A quick look at the recipe that left a bad taste in our mouth Ferguson, who was sidelined just hours before New Zealand's opening match against Pakistan in Sharjah, has resumed bowling at the nets in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. "In terms of Lockie, I think he is pretty close," Stead said. "We will just make sure we get over there, travel okay and there's no issues like seizing up on the flight or anything like that. But I'd expect that he's going to be available for selection, which will be fantastic. "With all the guys that are going to prepare for the Test matches, we just have to make that call over there - whether we think it's in the best interests of them and also in the best interests of the team being that the Test matches are more of our priority, I think, in the next month than what the T20 matches will be."

'Definitely tough and challenging schedule', says NZ coach Gary Stead ahead of India tour

Batter&nbsp;Daryl Mitchell will replace injured Devon Conway in New Zealand's squad for the Test series against India later this month, New Zealand Cricket said on Sunday.

Conway broke his hand as New Zealand defeated England on Wednesday to reach the final of the Twenty20 World Cup.

"It's a shame for Devon to miss out on the first series of the new World Test Championship cycle, but it also offers up an opportunity for someone else," coach Gary Stead said.

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"Daryl's versatility means he can cover a lot of batting positions and he's certainly got plenty of confidence at the moment.

"He's proven he can perform in Test cricket and I know he's excited to rejoin the Test group."

New Zealand's two-Test series against India begins in Kanpur on November&nbsp;25 with the second Test starting in Mumbai on December&nbsp;3.

Batter Daryl Mitchell will replace injured Devon Conway in New Zealand's squad for the Test series against India later this month, New Zealand Cricket said on Sunday.

Batter Daryl Mitchell will replace injured Devon Conway in New Zealand's squad for the Test series against India later this month, New Zealand Cricket said on Sunday. Conway broke his hand as New Zealand defeated England on Wednesday to reach the final of the Twenty20 World Cup. "It's a shame for Devon to miss out on the first series of the new World Test Championship cycle, but it also offers up an opportunity for someone else," coach Gary Stead said. ALSO READ | Babar Azam responds to 8-year-old fan's hearteflt letter after Pakistan's exit from T20 World Cup 2021 "Daryl's versatility means he can cover a lot of batting positions and he's certainly got plenty of confidence at the moment. "He's proven he can perform in Test cricket and I know he's excited to rejoin the Test group." New Zealand's two-Test series against India begins in Kanpur on November 25 with the second Test starting in Mumbai on December 3.

Daryl Mitchell replaces Devon Conway in New Zealand squad for India Tests

Experienced spin trio Ajaz Patel, Will Somerville and Mitchell Santner will be supported by rising stars Rachin Ravindra and Glenn Phillips when New Zealand begin their ICC World Test Championship (WTC) defence on Tour of India in November.

The five spin options have been included as part of a 15-strong squad for the two-Test series, to be played in Kanpur from November 25-29, and Mumbai from December 3-7.

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According to New Zealand Cricket (NZC), Trent Boult and Colin de Grandhomme made themselves unavailable for selection due to the prospect of further time in bio-secure bubbles and Managed Isolation.

New Zealand coach Gary Stead said player welfare remained paramount.

"Trent has already spent the best part of 60 days in hard managed isolation this year, while Colin had been on the road since May until recently returning home from Pakistan," said Stead."

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From talking to both players it was clear the best option for them was to be left out of this Test tour and for them to instead focus on being ready for the New Zealand home summer," he added.

The India tour marks the first time Phillips has been selected in the Test squad since debuting against Australia as a late replacement in 2020 when the New Zealand camp was struck by illness on the eve of the New Year`s Test in Sydney.

Patel and Somerville are set to lead the spin attack and have a particularly impressive record when playing together, combining for 28 wickets in their three Tests as teammates: against Pakistan in Abu Dhabi in 2018, and Sri Lanka in Galle and Colombo in 2019.

The India Test series will be the first without wicket-keeping stalwart BJ Watling since his retirement following the WTC final win in England, with Tom Blundell set to take over the Test gloves.

Stead said they`d very much taken a horses-for-courses approach when picking the tour squad.

"Touring India is one of the greatest experiences in cricket and I know our guys are really looking forward to the challenge," Stead said.

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"It`s fair to say we`re expecting spin-friendly conditions and it`s great to have a range of options in this department."

The success of our spinners on recent tours to the sub-continent has been encouraging and we hope they can once again feature prominently."It`s really exciting to begin the second installment of the WTC and we know there`ll be an extra incentive for all the teams we play following our win in the inaugural competition," he added.

New Zealand Test squad: Kane Williamson (c), Tom Blundell (wk), Devon Conway, Kyle Jamieson, Tom Latham, Henry Nicholls, Ajaz Patel, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Will Somerville, Tim Southee, Ross Taylor, Will Young, Neil Wagner

The New Zealand-based Test players depart for India on Monday.

The Kiwis will first face India in three T20 Internationals on November 17, 19 and 21 - with the current T20 World Cup squad carrying on for that series.&nbsp;

Experienced spin trio Ajaz Patel, Will Somerville and Mitchell Santner will be supported by rising stars Rachin Ravindra and Glenn Phillips when New Zealand begin their ICC World Test Championship (WTC) defence on Tour of India in November.

Experienced spin trio Ajaz Patel, Will Somerville and Mitchell Santner will be supported by rising stars Rachin Ravindra and Glenn Phillips when New Zealand begin their ICC World Test Championship (WTC) defence on Tour of India in November. The five spin options have been included as part of a 15-strong squad for the two-Test series, to be played in Kanpur from November 25-29, and Mumbai from December 3-7. The squad for the team's Test Series against @BCCI starting later this month is here. Details | https://t.co/R4PIYBbIqt #INDvNZ pic.twitter.com/lo4vGbNaMm — BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS) November 4, 2021 × According to New Zealand Cricket (NZC), Trent Boult and Colin de Grandhomme made themselves unavailable for selection due to the prospect of further time in bio-secure bubbles and Managed Isolation. New Zealand coach Gary Stead said player welfare remained paramount. "Trent has already spent the best part of 60 days in hard managed isolation this year, while Colin had been on the road since May until recently returning home from Pakistan," said Stead." IN PICS: T20 World Cup: Here's what went wrong as India lost crucial match against New Zealand From talking to both players it was clear the best option for them was to be left out of this Test tour and for them to instead focus on being ready for the New Zealand home summer," he added. The India tour marks the first time Phillips has been selected in the Test squad since debuting against Australia as a late replacement in 2020 when the New Zealand camp was struck by illness on the eve of the New Year`s Test in Sydney. Patel and Somerville are set to lead the spin attack and have a particularly impressive record when playing together, combining for 28 wickets in their three Tests as teammates: against Pakistan in Abu Dhabi in 2018, and Sri Lanka in Galle and Colombo in 2019. The India Test series will be the first without wicket-keeping stalwart BJ Watling since his retirement following the WTC final win in England, with Tom Blundell set to take over the Test gloves. Stead said they`d very much taken a horses-for-courses approach when picking the tour squad. "Touring India is one of the greatest experiences in cricket and I know our guys are really looking forward to the challenge," Stead said. ALSO READ: New coach Rahul Dravid suggests who should become India's next white-ball captain: Reports "It`s fair to say we`re expecting spin-friendly conditions and it`s great to have a range of options in this department." The success of our spinners on recent tours to the sub-continent has been encouraging and we hope they can once again feature prominently."It`s really exciting to begin the second installment of the WTC and we know there`ll be an extra incentive for all the teams we play following our win in the inaugural competition," he added. New Zealand Test squad: Kane Williamson (c), Tom Blundell (wk), Devon Conway, Kyle Jamieson, Tom Latham, Henry Nicholls, Ajaz Patel, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Will Somerville, Tim Southee, Ross Taylor, Will Young, Neil Wagner The New Zealand-based Test players depart for India on Monday. The Kiwis will first face India in three T20 Internationals on November 17, 19 and 21 - with the current T20 World Cup squad carrying on for that series.

IND vs NZ: Trent Boult, Colin de Grandhomme to miss Test series due to bio-bubble fatigue

Sachin Tendulkar, the legendary cricketer, has addressed the critical&nbsp;point where Team India went wrong against New Zealand on Sunday in the T20 World Cup 2021 edition. New Zealand won by eight wickets against India in their second match in Super-12 stage, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.

Tendulkar in his Facebook video said, "From the ball one, the bowling changes of Williamson were top notch. The planning was good and in the first six overs we were 35/2 and from those 35 runs the 20 came in five overs."

"After six overs till 10th over we only scored 13 runs, so according to me that was a critical point where we missed out on capitalising. Those easy singles were not available and that forced our batters to play the big shot," he added.

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Both India and New Zealand had lost their first Super 12s game against Pakistan, and they came into this one knowing that a loss would leave their prospects of reaching the semi-finals hanging by a thread.

New Zealand, on the other hand, got off to a flying start, picking up early wickets to put India on the back foot. At 48 for four, India were&nbsp;in big trouble, and while Rishabh Pant and Hardik Pandya consolidated, it came at the price of India's scoring rate, as the team faced 71 balls without scoring a boundary.

"When Pant came into bat, immediately spinners end was changed by Williamson. Again a smart move. All in all, I felt India was playing a catching of game because how New Zealand dominated the game it was a tough time for India batsmen which forced them to play the big shot," said the former Indian batsman.

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Tendulkar also lauded Williamson, calling him a "rock" who has shielded the Kiwis. "Then Daryl Mitchell and Williamson stitched an important stand. Williamson is like a rock for the New Zealand team if he is on a wicket he controls the game well. Mitchell played some decent shots and rotated the strikes," stated&nbsp;Tendulkar.

Meanwhile, India is now reliant on other outcomes to get to the semi-finals. The Men in Blue's next&nbsp;match is against Afghanistan, scheduled for Wednesday in Abu Dhabi.

Sachin Tendulkar, the legendary cricketer, has addressed the critical point where Team India went wrong against New Zealand on Sunday in the T20 World Cup 2021 edition.

Sachin Tendulkar, the legendary cricketer, has addressed the critical point where Team India went wrong against New Zealand on Sunday in the T20 World Cup 2021 edition. New Zealand won by eight wickets against India in their second match in Super-12 stage, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Tendulkar in his Facebook video said, "From the ball one, the bowling changes of Williamson were top notch. The planning was good and in the first six overs we were 35/2 and from those 35 runs the 20 came in five overs." "After six overs till 10th over we only scored 13 runs, so according to me that was a critical point where we missed out on capitalising. Those easy singles were not available and that forced our batters to play the big shot," he added. ALSO READ: 'Still believe India is best team': Pakistan pacer shares heartwarming post for Kohli & Co. after NZ defeat Both India and New Zealand had lost their first Super 12s game against Pakistan, and they came into this one knowing that a loss would leave their prospects of reaching the semi-finals hanging by a thread. New Zealand, on the other hand, got off to a flying start, picking up early wickets to put India on the back foot. At 48 for four, India were in big trouble, and while Rishabh Pant and Hardik Pandya consolidated, it came at the price of India's scoring rate, as the team faced 71 balls without scoring a boundary. "When Pant came into bat, immediately spinners end was changed by Williamson. Again a smart move. All in all, I felt India was playing a catching of game because how New Zealand dominated the game it was a tough time for India batsmen which forced them to play the big shot," said the former Indian batsman. ALSO READ: T20 WC: Kevin Pietersen, Harbhajan Singh ask fans to support Team India after loss against New Zealand Tendulkar also lauded Williamson, calling him a "rock" who has shielded the Kiwis. "Then Daryl Mitchell and Williamson stitched an important stand. Williamson is like a rock for the New Zealand team if he is on a wicket he controls the game well. Mitchell played some decent shots and rotated the strikes," stated Tendulkar. Meanwhile, India is now reliant on other outcomes to get to the semi-finals. The Men in Blue's next match is against Afghanistan, scheduled for Wednesday in Abu Dhabi.

T20 World Cup: Kane Williamson is NZ's rock, says Sachin Tendulkar after Kiwis' win vs India

India will lock horns with New Zealand in their second Super 12 clash in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 31). The Virat Kohli-led side will be itching to bounce back to winning ways after suffering a crushing ten-wicket defeat at the hands of arch-rivals Pakistan in their opener last week. The all-important clash is a must-win for Team India and will be played at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai.

New Zealand too have had a similar&nbsp;start to the tournament as India. The Kane Williamson-led side also faced a defeat at the hands of Pakistan in their opening encounter and will be hopeful of returning to winning ways. Both India and New Zealand have played one game each so far in the T20 World Cup 2021 and are yet to open their win account.

Indian skipper Kohli confirmed all-rounder Hardik Pandya is fit and available to play. Pandya, who didn't bowl in the Pakistan game, was seen bowling in the nets ahead of the New Zealand encounter and it remains to be seen if will roll his arms in the game.

Many had questioned Hardik's spot in the playing XI owing to his poor fitness and lack of bowling, however, India are unlikely to drop him from the playing XI against New Zealand. Shardul Thakur might have to wait for his chance as senior pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar is also likely to retain his spot in the XI.

New Zealand batter Martin Guptill, who was injured while batting during the Pakistan game, has recovered and has been declared fit to take the field against India. It is expected to be a cracker of a contest between the two sides in Dubai on Sunday.

India have so far played two T20Is against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup and have finished on the losing side on both occasions. However, when it comes to the overall head-to-head record between the two sides in T20Is, India and New Zealand have both managed eight wins each in a total of 16 games between them.

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India vs New Zealand, ICC T20 World Cup 2021 prediction:

Team India head into the New Zealand clash as wounded tigers after losing to arch-rivals Pakistan by a huge margin. The Men in Blue will be eager to put out a statement with a comprehensive win and are likely to come out on top against New Zealand on Sunday.

India will lock horns with New Zealand in their second Super 12 clash in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 31). The Virat Kohli-led side will be itching to bounce back to winning ways after suffering a crushing ten-wicket defeat at the hands of arch-rivals Pakistan in their opener last week.

India will lock horns with New Zealand in their second Super 12 clash in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 31). The Virat Kohli-led side will be itching to bounce back to winning ways after suffering a crushing ten-wicket defeat at the hands of arch-rivals Pakistan in their opener last week. The all-important clash is a must-win for Team India and will be played at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai. New Zealand too have had a similar start to the tournament as India. The Kane Williamson-led side also faced a defeat at the hands of Pakistan in their opening encounter and will be hopeful of returning to winning ways. Both India and New Zealand have played one game each so far in the T20 World Cup 2021 and are yet to open their win account. Indian skipper Kohli confirmed all-rounder Hardik Pandya is fit and available to play. Pandya, who didn't bowl in the Pakistan game, was seen bowling in the nets ahead of the New Zealand encounter and it remains to be seen if will roll his arms in the game. Many had questioned Hardik's spot in the playing XI owing to his poor fitness and lack of bowling, however, India are unlikely to drop him from the playing XI against New Zealand. Shardul Thakur might have to wait for his chance as senior pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar is also likely to retain his spot in the XI. New Zealand batter Martin Guptill, who was injured while batting during the Pakistan game, has recovered and has been declared fit to take the field against India. It is expected to be a cracker of a contest between the two sides in Dubai on Sunday. India have so far played two T20Is against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup and have finished on the losing side on both occasions. However, when it comes to the overall head-to-head record between the two sides in T20Is, India and New Zealand have both managed eight wins each in a total of 16 games between them. Also Read: Virat Kohli responds after Trent Boult says he will look to emulate Shaheen Afridi's heroics against India India vs New Zealand, ICC T20 World Cup 2021 prediction: Team India head into the New Zealand clash as wounded tigers after losing to arch-rivals Pakistan by a huge margin. The Men in Blue will be eager to put out a statement with a comprehensive win and are likely to come out on top against New Zealand on Sunday.

IND vs NZ, T20 World Cup 2021 prediction: Who will win today's match between India and New Zealand?

Match 28 of the T20 World Cup edition will see the Virat Kohli-led India (IND) take on the Kane Williamson-led New Zealand (NZ) on Sunday (October 31). The game will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.

This will be the second match for both the teams in the Super-12 stage. Both India and New Zealand were thrashed by Pakistan in their respective opening matches.

This match will be crucial for both teams as this will bolster their chances of securing a semi-final position.

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Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match: 

Where is the T20 World Cup match between India vs New Zealand taking place? 

The T20 World Cup match between India vs New Zealand will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.

What time does the T20 World Cup match between India vs New Zealand begin? 

The T20 World Cup match between India vs New Zealand begins at 7:30 PM IST on Sunday.

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Where and how to watch live coverage of the T20 World Cup match between India vs New Zealand? 

The T20 World Cup match between India vs New Zealand will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 3, Star Sports 3 HD. The online streaming of the T20 World Cup match between IND vs NZ will be available on Hotstar. The T20 World Cup matches will be shown on Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 3, Star Sports HD, and DD Sports.

Match 28 of the T20 World Cup edition will see the Virat Kohli-led India (IND) take on the Kane Williamson-led New Zealand (NZ) on Sunday (October 31). The game will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai.

Match 28 of the T20 World Cup edition will see the Virat Kohli-led India (IND) take on the Kane Williamson-led New Zealand (NZ) on Sunday (October 31). The game will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. This will be the second match for both the teams in the Super-12 stage. Both India and New Zealand were thrashed by Pakistan in their respective opening matches. This match will be crucial for both teams as this will bolster their chances of securing a semi-final position. Also Read: Winless in 18 years! Can Virat Kohli-led India break the jinx against New Zealand in ICC events? Let's take a look at the means on how to live stream or view the match: Where is the T20 World Cup match between India vs New Zealand taking place? The T20 World Cup match between India vs New Zealand will take place at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. What time does the T20 World Cup match between India vs New Zealand begin? The T20 World Cup match between India vs New Zealand begins at 7:30 PM IST on Sunday. Also Read: Shardul to replace Hardik? India's predicted playing XI for New Zealand clash in T20 WC 2021 Where and how to watch live coverage of the T20 World Cup match between India vs New Zealand? The T20 World Cup match between India vs New Zealand will be aired live on Star Sports channels - Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 3, Star Sports 3 HD. The online streaming of the T20 World Cup match between IND vs NZ will be available on Hotstar. The T20 World Cup matches will be shown on Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 3, Star Sports HD, and DD Sports.

T20 World Cup, IND vs NZ live streaming: When and where to watch India vs New Zealand match?

India and New Zealand are all set to lock horns in a must-win Super 12 clash in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 31). The much-anticipated encounter will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai. The game is touted as a 'virtual quarterfinal' and is likely to decide the fate of the two teams in the tournament.

While a win tonight will see India remain in the race to finish in the top four, a defeat might significantly damage their chances of qualifying for the semifinals after the ten-wicket defeat against Pakistan in the opener.&nbsp;India ae currently placed fifth on the points table while New Zealand are fourth after defeats in their respective opening matches against Pakistan.

The winner of Sunday's clash will be in a strong position to finish second and qualify for the knockouts along with Pakistan, who have three wins in three matches so far. India and New Zealand will be meeting for the third time in the T20 World Cup with having ended on the losing side on both occasions so far.

While the two teams are among the most consistent sides when it comes to major ICC events, India have remained winless against the Kiwis in ICC events since 2003. The Men in Blue last won against New Zealand in an ICC event during the 2003 ODI World Cup and have since lost four encounters against them in ICC events, including two matches in T20 World Cup.

India's last victory against New Zealand in an ICC event came as many as 18 years back. Virat Kohli &amp; Co. will be eager to break the losing streak in Dubai on Sunday and end the Kiwi jinx to keep their hopes of qualifying for the semi-final alive.&nbsp;

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Here's a look at India's meetings against New Zealand in ICC events since 2003:

T20 World Cup 2007

India lost against New Zealand by ten runs in the group stages after failing to chase down the target of 191 runs. It was India's only defeat in their entire campaign as they went on to become the maiden T20 World Cup champions under MS Dhoni.

T20 World Cup 2016

India's second meeting against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup came in Nagpur, in 2016. The hosts lost the low-scoring game by 47 runs after being bundled out for a paltry 79 runs while chasing the target of 127 runs.

ODI World Cup 2019&nbsp;

India met New Zealand in the semi-final of the ICC ODI World Cup 2019. The bowlers did well to restrict the Kiwis on 239 before rain halted play and the match was forced into the reserve day. India got off to a woeful start in the run-chase the next day and the top-order collapsed in no time. Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni brought the Men in Blue close to victory with half-centuries apiece but failed to take them over the line.

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World Test Championship final 2021

India lost the final of the inaugural edition of the World Test Championship against New Zealand by eight wickets. The final was set up for a thrilling finish on the final day but Kiwi bowlers ran riot as India were bundled out for just 170 runs in their second innings and gave away the game.

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India and New Zealand are all set to lock horns in a must-win Super 12 clash in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 31). The much-anticipated encounter will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai.

India and New Zealand are all set to lock horns in a must-win Super 12 clash in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2021 on Sunday (October 31). The much-anticipated encounter will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai. The game is touted as a 'virtual quarterfinal' and is likely to decide the fate of the two teams in the tournament. While a win tonight will see India remain in the race to finish in the top four, a defeat might significantly damage their chances of qualifying for the semifinals after the ten-wicket defeat against Pakistan in the opener. India ae currently placed fifth on the points table while New Zealand are fourth after defeats in their respective opening matches against Pakistan. The winner of Sunday's clash will be in a strong position to finish second and qualify for the knockouts along with Pakistan, who have three wins in three matches so far. India and New Zealand will be meeting for the third time in the T20 World Cup with having ended on the losing side on both occasions so far. While the two teams are among the most consistent sides when it comes to major ICC events, India have remained winless against the Kiwis in ICC events since 2003. The Men in Blue last won against New Zealand in an ICC event during the 2003 ODI World Cup and have since lost four encounters against them in ICC events, including two matches in T20 World Cup. India's last victory against New Zealand in an ICC event came as many as 18 years back. Virat Kohli & Co. will be eager to break the losing streak in Dubai on Sunday and end the Kiwi jinx to keep their hopes of qualifying for the semi-final alive. Also Read: Shardul to replace Hardik? India's predicted playing XI for New Zealand clash in T20 WC 2021 Here's a look at India's meetings against New Zealand in ICC events since 2003: T20 World Cup 2007 India lost against New Zealand by ten runs in the group stages after failing to chase down the target of 191 runs. It was India's only defeat in their entire campaign as they went on to become the maiden T20 World Cup champions under MS Dhoni. T20 World Cup 2016 India's second meeting against New Zealand in the T20 World Cup came in Nagpur, in 2016. The hosts lost the low-scoring game by 47 runs after being bundled out for a paltry 79 runs while chasing the target of 127 runs. ODI World Cup 2019 India met New Zealand in the semi-final of the ICC ODI World Cup 2019. The bowlers did well to restrict the Kiwis on 239 before rain halted play and the match was forced into the reserve day. India got off to a woeful start in the run-chase the next day and the top-order collapsed in no time. Ravindra Jadeja and MS Dhoni brought the Men in Blue close to victory with half-centuries apiece but failed to take them over the line. Also Read: Will Kohli & Co. break the jinx? A look at India's record against NZ in T20 World Cup World Test Championship final 2021 India lost the final of the inaugural edition of the World Test Championship against New Zealand by eight wickets. The final was set up for a thrilling finish on the final day but Kiwi bowlers ran riot as India were bundled out for just 170 runs in their second innings and gave away the game.

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There are chances that the New Zealand cricket team might face India in a crunch T20 clash on Sunday (October 31) without experienced Martin Guptill. The star opener injured his toe during their clash against Pakistan that The Blackcaps lost by five wickets in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup, which is underway in UAE and Oman.&nbsp;

New Zealand head coach Gary Stead said Guptill was not feeling comfortable after he took a blow to the big toe from a Pak pacer Haris Rauf delivery just before he was dismissed for 17 runs.&nbsp;

"Guptill was looking in a little bit of discomfort at the end of the match and the next 24 to 48 hours will be decisive," Stead told reporters after the match.&nbsp;

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"We'll see how he scrubs up overnight. He looked in a little bit of discomfort at the end of the game and it might take 24 to 48 hours to see how he goes."&nbsp;

In case it happens, Guptill absence can be a massive blow to the team after paceman Lockie Ferguson was ruled out of the tournament with a calf muscle tear.&nbsp;

Stead said he had been disappointed that the International Cricket Council's Technical Committee had not approved Adam Milne as Ferguson's replacement in time to play the Pakistan match.

"We tried pretty hard today to get across the line with the ICC our replacement player, but it wasn't to be," he added.

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"That was really disappointing for us because Adam Milne is someone who's waiting in the wings as a like-for-like replacement. We'll seek clarification on that decision of theirs."

Talking about the match against Pakistan, Stead said, "You would imagine that Pakistan are now the hot favourites in our group to be the number one seed and the rest of us are fighting it out for the next spot, which makes the India game pretty critical."&nbsp;

"You sometimes have to lose one to find out the important things for you. If we can go and beat India then we certainly put ourselves back on the right track."&nbsp;

There are chances that the New Zealand cricket team might face India in a crunch T20 clash on Sunday (October 31) without experienced Martin Guptill. The star opener injured his toe during their clash against Pakistan that The Blackcaps lost by five wickets in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup, which is underway in UAE and Oman.

There are chances that the New Zealand cricket team might face India in a crunch T20 clash on Sunday (October 31) without experienced Martin Guptill. The star opener injured his toe during their clash against Pakistan that The Blackcaps lost by five wickets in the ongoing ICC Men's T20 World Cup, which is underway in UAE and Oman. New Zealand head coach Gary Stead said Guptill was not feeling comfortable after he took a blow to the big toe from a Pak pacer Haris Rauf delivery just before he was dismissed for 17 runs. "Guptill was looking in a little bit of discomfort at the end of the match and the next 24 to 48 hours will be decisive," Stead told reporters after the match. ALSO READ | Were you safe in UAE? Shoaib Akhtar takes a dig at New Zealand after Pakistan clash in T20 WC "We'll see how he scrubs up overnight. He looked in a little bit of discomfort at the end of the game and it might take 24 to 48 hours to see how he goes." In case it happens, Guptill absence can be a massive blow to the team after paceman Lockie Ferguson was ruled out of the tournament with a calf muscle tear. Stead said he had been disappointed that the International Cricket Council's Technical Committee had not approved Adam Milne as Ferguson's replacement in time to play the Pakistan match. "We tried pretty hard today to get across the line with the ICC our replacement player, but it wasn't to be," he added. ALSO READ | T20 WC: Shoaib Akhtar walks out of TV show as anchor labels him 'rude', issues statement on Twitter - WATCH "That was really disappointing for us because Adam Milne is someone who's waiting in the wings as a like-for-like replacement. We'll seek clarification on that decision of theirs." Talking about the match against Pakistan, Stead said, "You would imagine that Pakistan are now the hot favourites in our group to be the number one seed and the rest of us are fighting it out for the next spot, which makes the India game pretty critical." "You sometimes have to lose one to find out the important things for you. If we can go and beat India then we certainly put ourselves back on the right track."

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New Zealand's dressing area was loaded with celebrations after BlackCaps crushed Team India to finish the pursuit of the 139-run target to win the World Test Championship final.

That was the moment when celebrations started in the New Zealand dressing room while the Indian players were attempting to get over the shock of the loss. Ravichandran Ashwin as of late opened up about the loss and said he was numb after the match finished. In his most recent YouTube video, Ravichandran Ashwin said New Zealand players celebrated the success until late which was very hard to see for the losing team.

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He said: “After the match, New Zealand have this custom of celebrating with the trophy and a few drinks in the dressing room. It was tough to see it. I think it is the flip side of having a room above the ground. They celebrated until 12. They even arrived at the pitch, and it sounded like a war cry to express their happiness. It was quite upsetting to see as we couldn’t make it.”&nbsp;

Team India's next task is facing England in a five-match Test series which will check the start of the second release of the World Test Championship. The series commences on August 4 in Nottingham and before that, the team has been offered a three-week reprieve.&nbsp;

Talking about the significance of the break, Ravichandran Ashwin said, “We were in the bubble throughout. So, after a long time, we are able to get some fresh air and step out. I have rented a car, and I am just driving around the country. First, we visited Devon. It was a beautiful and picturesque place. We went at an altitude that connected the ocean and the hill."

"This break is important for us. We had a lot of time between the WTC final and the England series. Obviously, we will practice, but this break is good. It has been quite hard being in the bubble. We have been in the bubble for 1.5 years," he added.

New Zealand's dressing area was loaded with celebrations after BlackCaps crushed Team India to finish the pursuit of the 139-run target to win the World Test Championship final.

New Zealand's dressing area was loaded with celebrations after BlackCaps crushed Team India to finish the pursuit of the 139-run target to win the World Test Championship final. That was the moment when celebrations started in the New Zealand dressing room while the Indian players were attempting to get over the shock of the loss. Ravichandran Ashwin as of late opened up about the loss and said he was numb after the match finished. In his most recent YouTube video, Ravichandran Ashwin said New Zealand players celebrated the success until late which was very hard to see for the losing team. ALSO READ: Cricket: Kane Williamson reclaims the No.1 position in the ICC Men’s Test rankings He said: “After the match, New Zealand have this custom of celebrating with the trophy and a few drinks in the dressing room. It was tough to see it. I think it is the flip side of having a room above the ground. They celebrated until 12. They even arrived at the pitch, and it sounded like a war cry to express their happiness. It was quite upsetting to see as we couldn’t make it.” Team India's next task is facing England in a five-match Test series which will check the start of the second release of the World Test Championship. The series commences on August 4 in Nottingham and before that, the team has been offered a three-week reprieve. Talking about the significance of the break, Ravichandran Ashwin said, “We were in the bubble throughout. So, after a long time, we are able to get some fresh air and step out. I have rented a car, and I am just driving around the country. First, we visited Devon. It was a beautiful and picturesque place. We went at an altitude that connected the ocean and the hill." "This break is important for us. We had a lot of time between the WTC final and the England series. Obviously, we will practice, but this break is good. It has been quite hard being in the bubble. We have been in the bubble for 1.5 years," he added.

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Shane Jurgensen feels New Zealand has the best bowling assault in worldwide cricket. The Blackcaps bowling coach trusts the World Test Championship final execution offered convincing evidence about the New Zealand bowling attack.&nbsp;

The New Zealand bowlers put on a masterclass in Southampton as they helped New Zealand beat India by eight wickets in the debut WTC last.&nbsp;

Addressing the media, Shane Jurgensen asserted the performance in the WTC FINAL affirmed what he has believed since a long time ago about New Zealand's bowling attack is the best in the world. He said: “I think so. Me personally, I’ve been thinking that for a while. I think they are, and I think we can probably strongly say that now. This hasn’t been a fluke, this has been happening for a long time.”&nbsp;

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The kinship between the New Zealand pacers has been there for anyone to view. Explaining what makes the Kiwi pace group of four a threatening blend, Shane Jurgensen featured trust between the quick bowlers. He added: "The belief in the bowling group, how they plan, how fit they are, how strong they are, and how much they believe in each other&nbsp;the trust is the main thing.”&nbsp;

The New Zealand pace attack is viewed as quite possibly the most adjusted one in Test cricket. Trent Boult and Tim Southee are two of the best swing bowlers. The option of Kyle Jamieson has added another measurement to an all-around compromising attack. Shane Jurgensen hailed the assortment the New Zealand bowlers have in red-ball cricket.&nbsp;

"Kyle’s height and accuracy, to be able to swing it both ways at a good pace. Tim’s accuracy, his new-ball execution unbelievable, can adapt, use the crease, over and around, left-hand right-hand. Trent – we know Trent’s ability with the new ball, but he took wickets with the old ball, and he’s been doing that for a while," he said.

The New Zealand bowling coach likewise held some applause for Neil Wagner. Shane Jurgensen brought up how Neil Wagner has added another stunt to his ordnance.&nbsp;

“With Neil, we know that he makes people uncomfortable on the back foot and the front foot because of the lengths that he bowls, but now, he’s getting guys out like Trent. So he’s been building up his own skill-set to get the ball to swing both ways and seam it,” he added.

Shane Jurgensen feels New Zealand has the best bowling assault in worldwide cricket. The Blackcaps bowling coach trusts the World Test Championship final execution offered convincing evidence about the New Zealand bowling attack.

Shane Jurgensen feels New Zealand has the best bowling assault in worldwide cricket. The Blackcaps bowling coach trusts the World Test Championship final execution offered convincing evidence about the New Zealand bowling attack. The New Zealand bowlers put on a masterclass in Southampton as they helped New Zealand beat India by eight wickets in the debut WTC last. Addressing the media, Shane Jurgensen asserted the performance in the WTC FINAL affirmed what he has believed since a long time ago about New Zealand's bowling attack is the best in the world. He said: “I think so. Me personally, I’ve been thinking that for a while. I think they are, and I think we can probably strongly say that now. This hasn’t been a fluke, this has been happening for a long time.” ALSO READ: Cricket: Team is a nice blend of experience and youth, says Shikhar Dhawan The kinship between the New Zealand pacers has been there for anyone to view. Explaining what makes the Kiwi pace group of four a threatening blend, Shane Jurgensen featured trust between the quick bowlers. He added: "The belief in the bowling group, how they plan, how fit they are, how strong they are, and how much they believe in each other the trust is the main thing.” The New Zealand pace attack is viewed as quite possibly the most adjusted one in Test cricket. Trent Boult and Tim Southee are two of the best swing bowlers. The option of Kyle Jamieson has added another measurement to an all-around compromising attack. Shane Jurgensen hailed the assortment the New Zealand bowlers have in red-ball cricket. "Kyle’s height and accuracy, to be able to swing it both ways at a good pace. Tim’s accuracy, his new-ball execution unbelievable, can adapt, use the crease, over and around, left-hand right-hand. Trent – we know Trent’s ability with the new ball, but he took wickets with the old ball, and he’s been doing that for a while," he said. The New Zealand bowling coach likewise held some applause for Neil Wagner. Shane Jurgensen brought up how Neil Wagner has added another stunt to his ordnance. “With Neil, we know that he makes people uncomfortable on the back foot and the front foot because of the lengths that he bowls, but now, he’s getting guys out like Trent. So he’s been building up his own skill-set to get the ball to swing both ways and seam it,” he added.

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New Zealand captain Kane Williamson opened up on his friendship with Virat Kohli, saying the two skippers have known each other for quite a while and they are mates. Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson are known to share a common regard for one another, and surprisingly after India's loss in the World Test Championship final, their fellowship stood apart as the two commanders shared a warm embrace after a wild battle on the field.&nbsp;

Prominently, both Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson had met without precedent for the 2008 ICC U-19 World Cup competition in Malaysia where the last had crushed the Kiwis in the elimination round.&nbsp;

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Their careers have evolved parallelly. Talking to India Today, Kane Willaimson said:&nbsp;"It was a great moment, you know, toe to toe, and obviously, Virat and I have known each other for a long time and we're mates. And that's always a great part of the sport as well that over the years you get the opportunity to meet people all around the world, form these different friendships through these different experiences you have had either together or against each other and often find a bit of common ground and share a few common interests and that's quite special."

Kane Williamson, who played ostensibly the main hand in his side's 8-wicket prevail upon India, likewise praised his phenomenal adversaries for how they held themselves in a loss. He said that the Indian players' viewpoint is just about as uncommon as their ability.&nbsp;

"Yeah, I mean, that's perhaps another thing - going into a final, there's emotion, both teams are pushing and want to get across the line and you have a fantastic side like India but also the way they are playing their cricket. I'm sure that's something the public can relate to, in India and around the world. Coming off second in this one and, you know, the way they hold themselves as the ambassadors of the game is I think, an equally special thing to the talents that they bring."

Kane Williamson additionally talked about his team's blissful celebrations subsequent to winning the Test mace. The skipper said he was attempting to keep the celebrations controlled however his teammates wouldn't pay attention to him at that point. He conceded that the response was for the most part a development of New Zealand's some nearby shave routs in the new past.&nbsp;

"I was trying to tell the guys to just keep calm but they weren't listening to me much. There was a lot of elation, I suppose, and there was a whole mix of feelings and emotions. You mentioned a number of our past experiences and there were a number of guys involved in all of those and there were some that weren't and so I think everyone felt a little bit different," he said.

"For me, being involved with the team as a leader the focus is often on but the team as a whole and perhaps the bigger picture on how it's tracking and trying to operate in that space as well as you can. The rewards that come or don't, for me, are by-products of that," he concluded.

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson opened up on his friendship with Virat Kohli, saying the two skippers have known each other for quite a while and they are mates.

New Zealand captain Kane Williamson opened up on his friendship with Virat Kohli, saying the two skippers have known each other for quite a while and they are mates. Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson are known to share a common regard for one another, and surprisingly after India's loss in the World Test Championship final, their fellowship stood apart as the two commanders shared a warm embrace after a wild battle on the field. Prominently, both Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson had met without precedent for the 2008 ICC U-19 World Cup competition in Malaysia where the last had crushed the Kiwis in the elimination round. ALSO READ: Cricket: New Zealand's pace bowling attack is best in the world, says Shane Jurgensen Their careers have evolved parallelly. Talking to India Today, Kane Willaimson said: "It was a great moment, you know, toe to toe, and obviously, Virat and I have known each other for a long time and we're mates. And that's always a great part of the sport as well that over the years you get the opportunity to meet people all around the world, form these different friendships through these different experiences you have had either together or against each other and often find a bit of common ground and share a few common interests and that's quite special." Kane Williamson, who played ostensibly the main hand in his side's 8-wicket prevail upon India, likewise praised his phenomenal adversaries for how they held themselves in a loss. He said that the Indian players' viewpoint is just about as uncommon as their ability. "Yeah, I mean, that's perhaps another thing - going into a final, there's emotion, both teams are pushing and want to get across the line and you have a fantastic side like India but also the way they are playing their cricket. I'm sure that's something the public can relate to, in India and around the world. Coming off second in this one and, you know, the way they hold themselves as the ambassadors of the game is I think, an equally special thing to the talents that they bring." Kane Williamson additionally talked about his team's blissful celebrations subsequent to winning the Test mace. The skipper said he was attempting to keep the celebrations controlled however his teammates wouldn't pay attention to him at that point. He conceded that the response was for the most part a development of New Zealand's some nearby shave routs in the new past. "I was trying to tell the guys to just keep calm but they weren't listening to me much. There was a lot of elation, I suppose, and there was a whole mix of feelings and emotions. You mentioned a number of our past experiences and there were a number of guys involved in all of those and there were some that weren't and so I think everyone felt a little bit different," he said. "For me, being involved with the team as a leader the focus is often on but the team as a whole and perhaps the bigger picture on how it's tracking and trying to operate in that space as well as you can. The rewards that come or don't, for me, are by-products of that," he concluded.

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Kapil Dev has defended Team India after their eight-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the World Test Championship final in Southampton. The World Cup-winning skipper said that people frequently get carried away with its analysis after each terrible game and generally&nbsp;ignore the better exhibitions in the tournament.&nbsp;

The WTC's final loss was India's fifth in a row in an ICC knockout since 2013 as it fanned discernments that Team India battle to deal with the pressure factor of the ICC event. Kapil Dev, however, demanded that arriving at a final or semi-final in tournaments is an accomplishment in itself.&nbsp;

He added that the Indian group has dominated incalculable matches under comparative circumstances, so one helpless trip shouldn't characterize them.&nbsp;

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While talking on Sports Yaari's YouTube channel, the 1983 World Cup-winning skipper said the media regularly goes unforgiving in the group after an awful game and will in general ignore the better presentation previously. He said: “Tell me one thing: they are reaching the semi-final or final each and every time, isn't that an achievement in itself? We criticize very quickly. You can't win the trophy every time. Look at how well they played. If they lose one match here or the World Cup semi-final, does that mean they are succumbing to pressure? No, that's not how it goes."&nbsp;

“They (New Zealand) had a better day, they played better. We see it very critically one bad performance and the media shows it a hundred times: These guys can’t take the pressure. We have all won a lot of games under the same pressure as well.”&nbsp;

Team India was at the top of the points table in the debut WTC with 12 successes, four losses, and a draw. New Zealand, in the interim, arrived at the culmination conflict subsequent to playing the least number of games among the best eight groups - 11 - winning seven of them.&nbsp;

The forthcoming five Tests against England will give Team India ostensibly the best chance to put any demons to rest in England. A determined series win would not just recuperate the wounds of the previous few years yet, in addition, clear any questions about the team's future possibilities.&nbsp;

Virat Kohli and Co will presently shift focus to the 5-match Test series against England which starts August 4 in Nottingham.

Kapil Dev has defended Team India after their eight-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the World Test Championship final in Southampton. The World Cup-winning skipper said that people frequently get carried away with its analysis after each terrible game and generally ignore the better exhibitions in the tournament.

Kapil Dev has defended Team India after their eight-wicket defeat to New Zealand in the World Test Championship final in Southampton. The World Cup-winning skipper said that people frequently get carried away with its analysis after each terrible game and generally ignore the better exhibitions in the tournament. The WTC's final loss was India's fifth in a row in an ICC knockout since 2013 as it fanned discernments that Team India battle to deal with the pressure factor of the ICC event. Kapil Dev, however, demanded that arriving at a final or semi-final in tournaments is an accomplishment in itself. He added that the Indian group has dominated incalculable matches under comparative circumstances, so one helpless trip shouldn't characterize them. ALSO READ: Cricket- It is opportunity for me to learn and improve: Rahul Dravid ahead of the Sri Lanka tour While talking on Sports Yaari's YouTube channel, the 1983 World Cup-winning skipper said the media regularly goes unforgiving in the group after an awful game and will in general ignore the better presentation previously. He said: “Tell me one thing: they are reaching the semi-final or final each and every time, isn't that an achievement in itself? We criticize very quickly. You can't win the trophy every time. Look at how well they played. If they lose one match here or the World Cup semi-final, does that mean they are succumbing to pressure? No, that's not how it goes." “They (New Zealand) had a better day, they played better. We see it very critically one bad performance and the media shows it a hundred times: These guys can’t take the pressure. We have all won a lot of games under the same pressure as well.” Team India was at the top of the points table in the debut WTC with 12 successes, four losses, and a draw. New Zealand, in the interim, arrived at the culmination conflict subsequent to playing the least number of games among the best eight groups - 11 - winning seven of them. The forthcoming five Tests against England will give Team India ostensibly the best chance to put any demons to rest in England. A determined series win would not just recuperate the wounds of the previous few years yet, in addition, clear any questions about the team's future possibilities. Virat Kohli and Co will presently shift focus to the 5-match Test series against England which starts August 4 in Nottingham.

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Sunil Gavaskar hammered Team India's batting execution in the World Test Championship final against New Zealand, noticing that Men in Blue scarcely showed any persistence. He&nbsp;likewise recommended that a lot of white-ball cricket has restrained India's capacity as a batting unit.&nbsp;

Virat Kohli and his men quietly gave up on the last day of the WTC final, in what should be the greatest day for batting with brilliant daylight around.&nbsp;

Writing in his segment in The Telegraph, Sunil Gavaskar was unnerved with India's batting execution, as they played some forgettable shots, which saw them packaged out for 170 in the subsequent innings. He wrote:&nbsp;"The conditions on the final day were bright, and the sun was out in all its glory, but the Indians, so used to the white-ball game, just didn't show the patience required in a Test match and were instrumental in their own downfall with some forgettable shots."&nbsp;

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India will be quick to enhance their weaknesses when they take on England in a five-match Test series beginning in August.&nbsp;

After the loss in the WTC final, Virat Kohli expressed that his team's batsmen didn't squeeze the New Zealand bowlers, particularly on Kyle Jamieson, permitting him to bowl in comparable regions for extensive stretches.&nbsp;

Nonetheless, Sunil Gavaskar recommended that to be effective in attempting conditions; one necessity to bat in the manner in which one typically does while being patient and making the right shot choice. As per him, Kane Williamson exemplified that approach consummately.&nbsp;

"What patience and good shot selection can do in trying conditions was seen in the batting of New Zealand captain Kane Williamson in both innings. He held the New Zealand innings together and took his team home. What he also showed is that the thinking that a batsman needs to go out and start playing shots on this kind of pitch and in conditions favoring the bowler is just negative thinking. He batted the way he knows how to, and that's what every batsman should do" - Sunil Gavaskar composed.&nbsp;

In spite of the inadequacies, Sunil Gavaskar is certain that Team India will perform better in the Test series against England, as conditions will be significantly greater for batting in August. India will trust that their batting unit can concoct better exhibitions in the series against England.

Sunil Gavaskar hammered Team India's batting execution in the World Test Championship final against New Zealand, noticing that Men in Blue scarcely showed any persistence.

Sunil Gavaskar hammered Team India's batting execution in the World Test Championship final against New Zealand, noticing that Men in Blue scarcely showed any persistence. He likewise recommended that a lot of white-ball cricket has restrained India's capacity as a batting unit. Virat Kohli and his men quietly gave up on the last day of the WTC final, in what should be the greatest day for batting with brilliant daylight around. Writing in his segment in The Telegraph, Sunil Gavaskar was unnerved with India's batting execution, as they played some forgettable shots, which saw them packaged out for 170 in the subsequent innings. He wrote: "The conditions on the final day were bright, and the sun was out in all its glory, but the Indians, so used to the white-ball game, just didn't show the patience required in a Test match and were instrumental in their own downfall with some forgettable shots." ALSO READ: Cricket: Will encourage Shafali Verma to enjoy her batting, says Mithali Raj India will be quick to enhance their weaknesses when they take on England in a five-match Test series beginning in August. After the loss in the WTC final, Virat Kohli expressed that his team's batsmen didn't squeeze the New Zealand bowlers, particularly on Kyle Jamieson, permitting him to bowl in comparable regions for extensive stretches. Nonetheless, Sunil Gavaskar recommended that to be effective in attempting conditions; one necessity to bat in the manner in which one typically does while being patient and making the right shot choice. As per him, Kane Williamson exemplified that approach consummately. "What patience and good shot selection can do in trying conditions was seen in the batting of New Zealand captain Kane Williamson in both innings. He held the New Zealand innings together and took his team home. What he also showed is that the thinking that a batsman needs to go out and start playing shots on this kind of pitch and in conditions favoring the bowler is just negative thinking. He batted the way he knows how to, and that's what every batsman should do" - Sunil Gavaskar composed. In spite of the inadequacies, Sunil Gavaskar is certain that Team India will perform better in the Test series against England, as conditions will be significantly greater for batting in August. India will trust that their batting unit can concoct better exhibitions in the series against England.

Cricket: Team India didn't show the patience needed in a Test match, says Sunil Gavaskar

Australian skipper Tim Paine has apologized to New Zealand for predicting&nbsp;that India would beat them to win the World Test Championship final. Tim Paine had said that India 'will win pretty comfortably if they play anywhere near their best, yet needed to reclaim his words when New Zealand was crowned as the World Champions of Test cricket.

Numerous experts had marked New Zealand as top picks, inferable from their predominant skill of conditions subsequent to beating England 1-0 in a Test series in their development to the WTC final.&nbsp;

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However, Tim Paine chose to change course. Seeing the World Test Championship last while addressing the media from Brisbane, the Australian Test captain had before sponsored India to win the final easily. He had said: "My prediction is, India will win pretty comfortably if they play anywhere near their best."

Addressing New Zealand radio broadcast after the BlackCaps were&nbsp;crowned World Test Championship champions, Tim Paine apologized to the New Zealand fans and said: "We all get some wrong. I copped a bit from the Kiwi fans, so I thought I'd come on air and eat some humble pie. I thought the New Zealanders played outstandingly. It's always a pleasure to watch the way they go about it.”

Many named India versus New Zealand last as an ultimate clash, considering the differentiating assets accessible to the two countries. Lauding New Zealand for their work, Tim Paine conceded he comprehended the extent of the success as he comes from a little state himself. He added:&nbsp;

"For such a small nation - I'm from Tasmania, which is obviously our smallest resource state and we punch above our weight - so I certainly respect what the Kiwis do on an international stage.”

New Zealand beat India by eight wickets to turn into the debut World Test Champions after a wonderful show from their bowlers, which saw the BlackCaps dismiss India for 217 and 170 in the two innings.

Australian skipper Tim Paine has apologized to New Zealand for predicting that India would beat them to win the World Test Championship final. Tim Paine had said that India 'will win pretty comfortably if they play anywhere near their best, yet needed to reclaim his words when New Zealand was crowned as the World Champions of Test cricket.

Australian skipper Tim Paine has apologized to New Zealand for predicting that India would beat them to win the World Test Championship final. Tim Paine had said that India 'will win pretty comfortably if they play anywhere near their best, yet needed to reclaim his words when New Zealand was crowned as the World Champions of Test cricket. Numerous experts had marked New Zealand as top picks, inferable from their predominant skill of conditions subsequent to beating England 1-0 in a Test series in their development to the WTC final. ALSO READ: Cricket: Sachin Tendulkar backs Kyle Jamieson to become top all-rounders in world cricket However, Tim Paine chose to change course. Seeing the World Test Championship last while addressing the media from Brisbane, the Australian Test captain had before sponsored India to win the final easily. He had said: "My prediction is, India will win pretty comfortably if they play anywhere near their best." Addressing New Zealand radio broadcast after the BlackCaps were crowned World Test Championship champions, Tim Paine apologized to the New Zealand fans and said: "We all get some wrong. I copped a bit from the Kiwi fans, so I thought I'd come on air and eat some humble pie. I thought the New Zealanders played outstandingly. It's always a pleasure to watch the way they go about it.” Many named India versus New Zealand last as an ultimate clash, considering the differentiating assets accessible to the two countries. Lauding New Zealand for their work, Tim Paine conceded he comprehended the extent of the success as he comes from a little state himself. He added: "For such a small nation - I'm from Tasmania, which is obviously our smallest resource state and we punch above our weight - so I certainly respect what the Kiwis do on an international stage.” New Zealand beat India by eight wickets to turn into the debut World Test Champions after a wonderful show from their bowlers, which saw the BlackCaps dismiss India for 217 and 170 in the two innings.

Cricket: Tim Paine eats 'humble pie' after predicting India's easy win in WTC Final

R. Sridhar, Team India's fielding coach has affirmed that the playing XI announced for the World Test Championship Final isn't 100% certain to play.&nbsp;

Addressing the media on Friday, R. Sridhar said the team management is certain that the playing XI reported for the WTC Final will perform well under any conditions. In any case, if necessary, Team India may consider changing the playing XI at the hour of the toss.&nbsp;

“I think the XI which has been announced is an XI that takes the pitch and conditions out of the equation. I think it is an XI that can play and perform on any given surface, in any given weather conditions. Having said that, the toss is not yet over, so if it needs to be taken, a decision will be taken at the time of the toss” - he said

Albeit not a solitary ball was bowled on the first day of the season of the World Test Championship Final, R Sridhar asserted that the Indian players would not be feeling under pressure when they take the field tomorrow.&nbsp;R. Sridhar additionally spoke about the significance of being in a positive mindset given the conceivable stop-start nature of the final.&nbsp;

“To keep them in a good mental space, that is something that is very important because they are going to be on and off the field with the weather so they will have to know how to keep their concentration going, switching on, switching off. &nbsp;

“That is something all the players are aware of, they are a very experienced bunch of players. They have played a few finals, won a few tournaments, and played a few Test matches, each one in that XI. So they all know how to do it and are in a good frame of mind, a good space.”

“There is no mental challenge really. Tomorrow is going to be the first day of the Test, and we will go in like we approach any new game. That wouldn’t be a big challenge for the boys” - he added.

R. Sridhar has supported adolescent Shubman Gill to flourish in the final notwithstanding falling off a dull home Test series against England and IPL with the Kolkata Knight Riders.&nbsp;

The 21-year-old enrolled a pitiful 119 runs in seven innings with a solitary fifty and two ducks against England. R. Sridhar dissipated worries over Shubman Gill's structure, he said:&nbsp;

“Shubman Gill is a million-dollar cricketer, isn’t he? I am not in a position to give the technical changes in his batting. But I have given throwdowns to him all these days, and he looks in good nick with an excellent mindset. He is clear about his role. That puts him in good stead for this match, irrespective of the weather. He is an excellent prospect for India, and I can’t wait to watch him perform.”

While R. Sridhar is cheerful that the game will start tomorrow, Southampton's climate gauge indicates that fans may need to stand by longer for the principal wad of the WTC Final.

R. Sridhar, Team India's fielding coach has affirmed that the playing XI announced for the World Test Championship Final isn't 100% certain to play. Addressing the media on Friday, R.

R. Sridhar, Team India's fielding coach has affirmed that the playing XI announced for the World Test Championship Final isn't 100% certain to play. Addressing the media on Friday, R. Sridhar said the team management is certain that the playing XI reported for the WTC Final will perform well under any conditions. In any case, if necessary, Team India may consider changing the playing XI at the hour of the toss. “I think the XI which has been announced is an XI that takes the pitch and conditions out of the equation. I think it is an XI that can play and perform on any given surface, in any given weather conditions. Having said that, the toss is not yet over, so if it needs to be taken, a decision will be taken at the time of the toss” - he said Albeit not a solitary ball was bowled on the first day of the season of the World Test Championship Final, R Sridhar asserted that the Indian players would not be feeling under pressure when they take the field tomorrow. R. Sridhar additionally spoke about the significance of being in a positive mindset given the conceivable stop-start nature of the final. “To keep them in a good mental space, that is something that is very important because they are going to be on and off the field with the weather so they will have to know how to keep their concentration going, switching on, switching off. “That is something all the players are aware of, they are a very experienced bunch of players. They have played a few finals, won a few tournaments, and played a few Test matches, each one in that XI. So they all know how to do it and are in a good frame of mind, a good space.” “There is no mental challenge really. Tomorrow is going to be the first day of the Test, and we will go in like we approach any new game. That wouldn’t be a big challenge for the boys” - he added. R. Sridhar has supported adolescent Shubman Gill to flourish in the final notwithstanding falling off a dull home Test series against England and IPL with the Kolkata Knight Riders. The 21-year-old enrolled a pitiful 119 runs in seven innings with a solitary fifty and two ducks against England. R. Sridhar dissipated worries over Shubman Gill's structure, he said: “Shubman Gill is a million-dollar cricketer, isn’t he? I am not in a position to give the technical changes in his batting. But I have given throwdowns to him all these days, and he looks in good nick with an excellent mindset. He is clear about his role. That puts him in good stead for this match, irrespective of the weather. He is an excellent prospect for India, and I can’t wait to watch him perform.” While R. Sridhar is cheerful that the game will start tomorrow, Southampton's climate gauge indicates that fans may need to stand by longer for the principal wad of the WTC Final.

WTC Final: If needed final decision on playing XI to be taken before toss, says R. Sridhar

The World Test Championship final among India and New Zealand hit a downpour detour even before the throw could occur at the Rose Bowl in Southampton on Friday. Nonstop downpour since Thursday evening implied the first day of the WTC final was called off.

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The toss for the World Test Championship final was additionally been deferred because of the climate conditions. It might have been held after lunch had the conditions improved. In any case, Day 1 was called off without a ball being bowled.

The reserve day or sixth day will authoritatively happen thirty minutes into the second session i.e 6:40 pm IST. The two and a half long stretches of play previously lost can be made up throughout the following five days with 30 minutes of a solid beginning on every day.&nbsp;

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"The Reserve Day has been scheduled to ensure five full days of play, and it will only be used if lost playing time cannot be recovered through the normal provisions of making up lost time each day,” ICC in a release while announcing the playing conditions for the WTC final.

Assuming, notwithstanding, an outcome isn't accomplished even after the additional 30 minutes consistently and the full save day, then, at that point, the two India and New Zealand will share the WTC title.&nbsp;The 6th day, in the event that it is utilized, will include a limit of 330 minutes or 83 overs in addition to the actual last hour.

“There will be no additional day's play if a positive result is not achieved after five full days of play and the match will be declared a draw in such a scenario," the ICC release on the playing conditions read.

The World Test Championship final among India and New Zealand hit a downpour detour even before the throw could occur at the Rose Bowl in Southampton on Friday. Nonstop downpour since Thursday evening implied the first day of the WTC final was called off.

The World Test Championship final among India and New Zealand hit a downpour detour even before the throw could occur at the Rose Bowl in Southampton on Friday. Nonstop downpour since Thursday evening implied the first day of the WTC final was called off. ALSO READ: Cricket: Twitteratis lash out at ICC as rain play spoilsport in WTC final The toss for the World Test Championship final was additionally been deferred because of the climate conditions. It might have been held after lunch had the conditions improved. In any case, Day 1 was called off without a ball being bowled. The reserve day or sixth day will authoritatively happen thirty minutes into the second session i.e 6:40 pm IST. The two and a half long stretches of play previously lost can be made up throughout the following five days with 30 minutes of a solid beginning on every day. UPDATE - Unfortunately, play on Day 1 has been called off due to rains. 10.30 AM local time start tomorrow.#WTC21 — BCCI (@BCCI) June 18, 2021 × "The Reserve Day has been scheduled to ensure five full days of play, and it will only be used if lost playing time cannot be recovered through the normal provisions of making up lost time each day,” ICC in a release while announcing the playing conditions for the WTC final. Assuming, notwithstanding, an outcome isn't accomplished even after the additional 30 minutes consistently and the full save day, then, at that point, the two India and New Zealand will share the WTC title. The 6th day, in the event that it is utilized, will include a limit of 330 minutes or 83 overs in addition to the actual last hour. “There will be no additional day's play if a positive result is not achieved after five full days of play and the match will be declared a draw in such a scenario," the ICC release on the playing conditions read.

WTC Final: Reserve day will be used in India vs New Zealand clash as rain wipes off Day 1

When it comes to&nbsp;cricket, there aren't many&nbsp;better than batting legend&nbsp;Sachin Tendulkar and current India skipper Virat Kohli. The&nbsp;two, alongside different greats, have&nbsp;been at the apex of the game and they keep on motivating the present and the group of people yet to come of cricketers.

Ahead of the World Test Championship final, legend Sachin Tendulkar excused discussions of Virat Kohli's evident shortcoming outside the off-stump that prompted the last's arid visit through England in 2014.&nbsp;

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The cricket legend accepts the region outside off in the fourth or fifth stump disturbs practically all players and isn't explicit to the Indian captain. He additionally accepts that a quality player like Virat Kohli will have his own arrangements to handle the issue.&nbsp;

In a conversation with ANI, Sachin Tendulkar said:&nbsp; 
"I think outside the off-stump or whatever that is, all batters get out from there. So, I won't look at whatever shot he is playing. What is the percentage that Kohli is getting the shots right, and how many times he has been dismissed? If we compare that, then the player has to assess and plan that these are the areas I need to tighten up. But I wouldn't worry too much about all those things, it has been fine, to be honest."

"I am sure a batsman of his Virat Kohli's&nbsp;caliber understands the game as he is a good student. He will have his plans. It need not be that 'okay, I am not going to play this shot'. Sometimes you know, you adjust your stance and do many things at the crease that the bowlers sometimes don't pick. All those minor tweaks one can do" - he added.&nbsp;

Virat Kohli oversaw only 134 runs at an average of 13.4 on India's England visit in 2014, with James Anderson abusing his shortcoming around the off-stump.&nbsp;

After he got back from England, Virat Kohli had a couple of meetings with Tendulkar in Mumbai, where the last caused him to understand the significance of enormous walks and forward press against pacers. The minor specialized changes assisted him with advancing a superior player. The following time Virat Kohli visited England in 2018, he bested the run diagrams, scoring almost 593 runs at an average of 59.3.&nbsp;

Indeed, even an incredible player like Sachin Tendulkar had his issues around the off-stump region during India's Australia visit in 2003-04. The batting maestro had a helpless run until the fourth Test, getting out while driving the ball.&nbsp;

"I started not playing that shot drive, but it wasn't decided in the dressing room. I went there on the field and figured out their strategy is to keep the ball away from me, so I said, okay, let's see who loses patience first. It was me against the 11, and I thought if you keep bowling the ball there, I will keep leaving it. If it is for two days, I will. It happened on the field, and I am sure with him also, he will realize what they are trying to do, and then you should have the flexibility to move from Plan A to Plan B and respond to various challenges."

The terrific finale, which will cut down the shades on a two-year-long competition, will be played at the Rose Bowl in Southampton. The match is scheduled to start on June 18.

When it comes to cricket, there aren't many better than batting legend Sachin Tendulkar and current India skipper Virat Kohli. The two, alongside different greats, have been at the apex of the game and they keep on motivating the present and the group of people yet to come of cricketers.

When it comes to cricket, there aren't many better than batting legend Sachin Tendulkar and current India skipper Virat Kohli. The two, alongside different greats, have been at the apex of the game and they keep on motivating the present and the group of people yet to come of cricketers. Ahead of the World Test Championship final, legend Sachin Tendulkar excused discussions of Virat Kohli's evident shortcoming outside the off-stump that prompted the last's arid visit through England in 2014. ALSO READ: Cricket: ICC announces star-studded commentary panel for WTC Final The cricket legend accepts the region outside off in the fourth or fifth stump disturbs practically all players and isn't explicit to the Indian captain. He additionally accepts that a quality player like Virat Kohli will have his own arrangements to handle the issue. In a conversation with ANI, Sachin Tendulkar said: "I think outside the off-stump or whatever that is, all batters get out from there. So, I won't look at whatever shot he is playing. What is the percentage that Kohli is getting the shots right, and how many times he has been dismissed? If we compare that, then the player has to assess and plan that these are the areas I need to tighten up. But I wouldn't worry too much about all those things, it has been fine, to be honest." "I am sure a batsman of his Virat Kohli's caliber understands the game as he is a good student. He will have his plans. It need not be that 'okay, I am not going to play this shot'. Sometimes you know, you adjust your stance and do many things at the crease that the bowlers sometimes don't pick. All those minor tweaks one can do" - he added. Virat Kohli oversaw only 134 runs at an average of 13.4 on India's England visit in 2014, with James Anderson abusing his shortcoming around the off-stump. After he got back from England, Virat Kohli had a couple of meetings with Tendulkar in Mumbai, where the last caused him to understand the significance of enormous walks and forward press against pacers. The minor specialized changes assisted him with advancing a superior player. The following time Virat Kohli visited England in 2018, he bested the run diagrams, scoring almost 593 runs at an average of 59.3. Indeed, even an incredible player like Sachin Tendulkar had his issues around the off-stump region during India's Australia visit in 2003-04. The batting maestro had a helpless run until the fourth Test, getting out while driving the ball. "I started not playing that shot drive, but it wasn't decided in the dressing room. I went there on the field and figured out their strategy is to keep the ball away from me, so I said, okay, let's see who loses patience first. It was me against the 11, and I thought if you keep bowling the ball there, I will keep leaving it. If it is for two days, I will. It happened on the field, and I am sure with him also, he will realize what they are trying to do, and then you should have the flexibility to move from Plan A to Plan B and respond to various challenges." The terrific finale, which will cut down the shades on a two-year-long competition, will be played at the Rose Bowl in Southampton. The match is scheduled to start on June 18.

A batsman of Virat Kohli's calibre understands the game, he will have his own plans: Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar, the solitary cricketer to play 200 Tests, scored the first of his 100 global tons as a 17-year-old while visiting England in 1990. He is one of only a handful few batsmen who have supported conditions worldwide and averages more than 40 in each country he has played.&nbsp;

Ahead of the World Test Championship finale, Sachin Tendulkar illuminated Rohit Sharma's approach as an opener against the Duke ball. The cricket legend expects Rohit Sharma to begin carefully prior to pushing on the accelerator.&nbsp;

It has scarcely been eighteen months since Rohit Sharma opened consistently in Test cricket. He hasn't played a Test in England in seven years and has no insight as an opener against the Duke ball.&nbsp;

Opening in England is intense, yet Sachin Tendulkar accepts that Rohit Sharma will control his normally forceful impulses when he ventures out to bat against the quality New Zealand seamers.

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In a conversation with ANI, Sachin Tendulkar said: "Rohit is smart that way and understands when to press the accelerator. He is not someone who is going to go from ball one. He is going to kind of understand the conditions, how the pitch is playing and who is bowling well and then I won't be surprised if he targets someone who is not getting his rhythm on that day."

"But, up front to do that, I don't think that would be Rohit's game plan. It would be just to play out the first few overs and see what is happening. Once you have assessed that, then you know who to target."

Communicating his "thrill" at India's exhibition at the debut World Test Championship, Sachin Tendulkar called the Australian visit through 2020-21.

"I am thrilled. This is the World Test Championship, and to be able to get there in the top two, speaks volumes about how the team has performed. It is simply outstanding, and the icing on the cake has to be the Australian trip. There were so many injuries; like 10-11 players were missing on that tour, and despite that, we were able to deliver the knockout punch, which was incredible" - he&nbsp;added.

Sachin Tendulkar, the solitary cricketer to play 200 Tests, scored the first of his 100 global tons as a 17-year-old while visiting England in 1990. He is one of only a handful few batsmen who have supported conditions worldwide and averages more than 40 in each country he has played.

Sachin Tendulkar, the solitary cricketer to play 200 Tests, scored the first of his 100 global tons as a 17-year-old while visiting England in 1990. He is one of only a handful few batsmen who have supported conditions worldwide and averages more than 40 in each country he has played. Ahead of the World Test Championship finale, Sachin Tendulkar illuminated Rohit Sharma's approach as an opener against the Duke ball. The cricket legend expects Rohit Sharma to begin carefully prior to pushing on the accelerator. It has scarcely been eighteen months since Rohit Sharma opened consistently in Test cricket. He hasn't played a Test in England in seven years and has no insight as an opener against the Duke ball. Opening in England is intense, yet Sachin Tendulkar accepts that Rohit Sharma will control his normally forceful impulses when he ventures out to bat against the quality New Zealand seamers. ALSO READ: Cricket - Might have retired had New Zealand won 2019 World Cup: Ross Taylor In a conversation with ANI, Sachin Tendulkar said: "Rohit is smart that way and understands when to press the accelerator. He is not someone who is going to go from ball one. He is going to kind of understand the conditions, how the pitch is playing and who is bowling well and then I won't be surprised if he targets someone who is not getting his rhythm on that day." "But, up front to do that, I don't think that would be Rohit's game plan. It would be just to play out the first few overs and see what is happening. Once you have assessed that, then you know who to target." Communicating his "thrill" at India's exhibition at the debut World Test Championship, Sachin Tendulkar called the Australian visit through 2020-21. "I am thrilled. This is the World Test Championship, and to be able to get there in the top two, speaks volumes about how the team has performed. It is simply outstanding, and the icing on the cake has to be the Australian trip. There were so many injuries; like 10-11 players were missing on that tour, and despite that, we were able to deliver the knockout punch, which was incredible" - he added.

Cricket: Rohit Sharma understands when to press accelerator, says Sachin Tendulkar