India will face New Zealand in the 3rd Test match on November 1, 2024 in Wankhede Cricket Stadium
Before diving into the Test series, it’s essential to look back at the recent T20 matches between India and New Zealand. In their last T20 series, India clinched a thrilling 2-1 victory, showcasing their prowess in the shortest format of the game. Key performances from players like Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Trent Boult made the series a nail-biter. New Zealand, led by Kane Williamson, displayed commendable resilience but fell short in the decisive moments.
Key Players Both teams boast a plethora of talent, but a few names stand out:
- India: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravindra Jadeja.
- New Zealand: Kane Williamson, Trent Boult, Tim Southee, and Mitchell Santner.
These players have consistently delivered match-winning performances and will be crucial in the final Test.
Head-to-Head in Tests
- Total Matches: 62
- India Wins: 22
- New Zealand Wins: 14
- Draws: 26
Probable Playing XI
- India:
- Rohit Sharma (c)
- Shubman Gill
- Cheteshwar Pujara
- Virat Kohli
- Ajinkya Rahane
- Rishabh Pant (wk)
- Ravindra Jadeja
- R. Ashwin
- Mohammad Shami
- Umesh Yadav
- Jasprit Bumrah
- New Zealand:
- Tom Latham (c)
- Devon Conway
- Kane Williamson
- Ross Taylor
- Henry Nicholls
- Tom Blundell (wk)
- Mitchell Santner
- Kyle Jamieson
- Tim Southee
- Trent Boult
- Neil Wagner
Live Streaming
India:
- TV Channel: Sony Pictures Network (Specific channel to be announced)
- Live Streaming: SonyLIV app and website
Pakistan:
- TV Channel: Asports
- Live Streaming: Tamasha App, Tapmad
Match Details
- Date: November 1, 2024
- Venue: Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
- Time: 9:30 AM IST, 10:00 am PST, 5:00 am GMT
Possible Scenarios India, trailing 2-0, will be desperate to win the final Test and avoid a series whitewash. They will rely heavily on their experienced players to deliver under pressure. New Zealand, on the other hand, will aim to maintain their dominance and complete a historic clean sweep on Indian soil.
Match Predictions Given New Zealand’s current form and their morale-boosting performances in the first two Tests, they seem to have an edge. However, playing in Mumbai could favor India, with its traditionally spin-friendly pitch. Expect a closely fought contest with spin playing a significant role.
