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The third and final Test between India and New Zealand is set to be a thrilling encounter. India, after a disappointing performance in the first two Tests, will be desperate to salvage some pride and keep their World Test Championship hopes alive. New Zealand, on the other hand, will be aiming to complete a historic 3-0 series sweep.
| Tournament: | New Zealand tour of India, 2024 |
| Format: | test |
| Venue: | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai City, India |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bat |
India Preview
India’s batting has been their biggest weakness in the series so far. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have struggled, while the middle order has been inconsistent. However, the Indian bowling attack, led by Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, has been impressive. The Wankhede Stadium is a traditional spin-friendly pitch, and India will be hoping to exploit this to their advantage.
Key Players: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja
Predicted Playing XI:
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant (wk), Sarfaraz Khan, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Umesh Yadav
New Zealand Preview
New Zealand have been dominant in the series so far. Their batting, led by Devon Conway and Tom Latham, has been impressive. Their bowling attack, led by Mitchell Santner and Tim Southee, has been equally impressive.
Key Players: Devon Conway, Tom Latham, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee
Predicted Playing XI:
Tom Latham (c), Devon Conway, Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wk), Glenn Phillips, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee, Ajaz Patel, William O’Rourke
Pitch Conditions and Toss
The Wankhede Stadium pitch is expected to be a good batting track, with some assistance for spinners. The team winning the toss may choose to bat first to post a big total.
Match Prediction
India will be desperate to win this match to salvage some pride. However, New Zealand are in great form and will be confident of completing a historic series sweep. It promises to be an exciting contest.
Predicted Winner: New Zealand Will Win
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