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India vs. New Zealand: ‘The Battle Of Fire & Ice’—A Key Test Before Knockouts
Mar 02, 2025 01:24 pm
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Divya Delhi:  The “Men in Blue” had defeated Bangladesh and Pakistan in their group stage with flair. India would dominate the knockouts with all bases covered. With a strong batting line-up, Rohit Sharma's Team India would continue to demonstrate class throughout the tournament. New Zealand has been India's sole ICC knockout threat. New Zealand has dominated most matches versus the Men in Blue. India won the last match between these teams. Apart from this tussle, Team India's top batter Virat Kohli is close to being the 7th Indian player to play 300 ODIs. In 299 matches, Virat has scored 14,085 runs at 58.20 with 51 centuries, the most in history. ICC events and New Zealand have a different romance. ICC events have been dominated by the “Kiwis” or “Dark Horse”. Kiwis have done well in knockout games since 2007. The New Zealand spin-trio of Mitchell Santner, Michael Bracewell, and Glenn Phillips has killed oppositions. Team India will study their history and play tactically against them.