Star Network is all set to broadcast the bilateral limited-overs series between New Zealand and India, which begins on January 23rd in Napier. As both the teams are rearing to stamp their authority over the other; the series will bring drama, action and high-octane cricket. Meanwhile, Star Sports 1 HD Hindi and STAR Sports 1 HD will telecast the match. For those who wish to watch it online, you can log into Hotstar for the coverage. Also, the first of the five ODI matches will begin at 7:30 am IST on Wednesday (January 23rd), while the toss will take place at 7:00 am.
New Zealand-India set for ‘the Clash of Titans’
The India National Cricket Team is second on the ICC Rankings in ODIs, whereas, the Kiwis are third on the list. However, their recent results have put them on the front-board as the sides to beat in this format. As India triumphed Australia for the first time in a bilateral series away from home; New Zealand, on the other hand, blanked Sri Lanka in a three-match series at home. Before the ODIs, the Kiwis were successful in beating Pakistan in Tests in the UAE.
India also didn’t let their fans down. The visitors not only retained the Border-Gavaskar trophy Down Under but also defeated Australia (2-1) in the four-match series. Heading with their heads high, the Indian Team will look to sort their best XI for the 2019 World Cup. Kiwis though have settled their order, as each of the players from the XI is assigned his role.
Here are the complete details of the first ODI –
Where to Watch –
The Star Network will broadcast the bilateral series in New Zealand. Star Sports 1 HD Hindi and STAR Sports 1 HD will telecast the match.
Online Streaming –
For online streaming, the fans can tune into Hotstar.
Venue and Timing of the match –
McLean Park in Napier will host the first of the five ODIs. As per IST, 7:30 am the game will begin.
Here are the squads of both India and New Zealand –
India squad –
Virat Kohli (c), Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, Ambati Rayudu, Dinesh Karthik, Kedar Jadhav, MS Dhoni (wk), Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Ravindra Jadeja, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Mohammed Siraj, K Khaleel Ahmed, Mohammed Shami, Vijay Shankar, Shubman Gill
New Zealand squad –
Kane Williamson (c), Trent Boult, Doug Bracewell, Colin de Grandhomme, Lockie Ferguson, Martin Guptill, Matt Henry, Tom Latham (wk), Colin Munro, Henry Nicholls, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Ross Taylor