IND vs NZ: The first semi-final match of the World Cup 2023 is to be played between India and New Zealand. In such a situation, when the Indian team will enter the field, it will enter with full preparation. Also, keep that wound of the year 2019 in your heart with the intention of taking revenge. But India needs to be cautious of the five Kiwis. Let us know in detail about these five players…
Rachin Ravindra is of Indian origin, the names of many Indian cricketers are hidden in his name. Perhaps he is India’s favorite Kiwi player right now. But, this like can also turn into dislike if he scores good runs or takes wickets against India in the match to be held on 15th November. Therefore, both Indian batsmen and bowlers will have to make special preparations for this, only then India’s dream will come true.
In the cricket world, the name of Kane Williamson is as big as that of Virat Kohli. Kane Williamson is one of those big players who can single-handedly turn a match. The Kiwi team is strong under the captaincy of Kane Williamson. Therefore, for this, not only the Indian bowlers but also captain Rohit Sharma himself will have to make special preparations.
If India lost in the 2019 World Cup semi-finals, New Zealand spinner Mitchell Santner had the biggest role in it. He does not allow any player to stand before his spin and traps them in his net. In such a situation, Indian batsmen need to avoid them. The Indian camp will definitely prepare separately for Mitchell Santner. This player can hurt India in both bowling and batting. However, their record on the Indian pitch is not that good.
India faces a big threat from left arm fast bowler. Trent Boult mostly targets the openers and star batsmen of Team India. If we talk about records, he has dismissed Rohit Sharma 4 times and Virat Kohli 3 times. Also, he has taken 25 wickets in 14 ODI matches against India.
At the same time, right-arm fast bowler Lockie Ferguson has increased the tension for India by taking 10 wickets after playing six matches in the current World Cup. Ferguson tests opposition batsmen on short pitches and bouncer balls. In such a situation, Indian batsmen need to be especially careful with them.
These five players can cause big trouble for India and can shatter the dream of winning the World Cup. However, the Indian team is in amazing form right now, so their competition will not be so easy. But, these five players of New Zealand can change the situation and circumstances at any time.