New Zealand are set to face India for a three-match Test series starting on October 16. The Kiwis are coming after a 0-2 loss against Sri Lanka , and will now face a strong Indian side at their home grounds. India are a dangerous side in all conditions, and New Zealand are yet to defeat them in an away Test series. With the new skipper Tom Latham taking charge in the upcoming series, New Zealand will be looking to change their fortunes in India, and take an early lead by winning the first Test.
The first Test between India and New Zealand will be played at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru from October 16 to October 20. After a setback in Sri Lanka, New Zealand will now look to bring a strong playing XI for the first Test, and put hosts in trouble from the start. However, the main concern for the visitors will be the unavailability of Kane Williamson, who might miss the first Test due to groin injury. Let’s have a look at New Zealand’s probable playing XI for the first Test against India.
Openers: Tom Latham (c), Devon Conway
Skipper Tom Latham is likely to open the innings along with his long-term batting partner Devon Conway. New Zealand opted for the same opening pair in the series against Sri Lanka. However, the Kiwis couldn’t get a good start as both Latham and Conway failed to make big partnership while opening the innings. Now, both players will be hoping to have a good time in India, and give New Zealand a good start in the first session.
