The much anticipated Trans-Tasman rivalry is back with New Zealand taking on Australia in the first Test of the two-match series on February 29 in Wellington. The two Oceania rivals will clash after eight years on the shores of New Zealand.
Blackcaps haven't won a Test series against Australia since the 1989-90 series when John Wright-led side thrashed the defending WTC champions in a one-off Test series. Since then both nations have met in 13 bilaterals with Australia winning 10 of them and the rest ending in a draw.
The current Australian team, led by Pat Cummins, is looking like the same invincible squad built by Steve Waugh and Ricky Ponting in the late 90s and 00s. Their Test record in 2023 with Ashes retaining and lifting the WTC trophy suggests so.
However, since the 2016-17 series win by South Africa, New Zealand are unbeaten in their home with 13 consecutive series without losing. Their core revolves around the consistency of Kane Williamson who is coming on the back of an incredible form in the last couple of years.
In this article, we will be looking at all the details of the Test match between New Zealand and Australia.
NZ vs AUS 1st Test 2024: New Zealand vs Australia
When and where will the first Test match between New Zealand and Australia take place?
The first Test match between New Zealand and Australia is set to take place from February 29 to March 4, 2024, at 3:30 A.M (IST) at Basin Reserve, Wellington.
What are the squads of New Zealand and Australia?
New Zealand squad: Tim Southee (c), Will Young, Tom Latham, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell, Scott Kuggeleijn, Will O’Rourke, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Henry Nicholls, Matt Henry
Australia squad: Pat Cummins (c), Usman Khawaja, Steven Smith, Marnus Labushchagne, Alex Carey, Mitchell Marsh, Cameron Green, Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazelwood, Scott Boland, Travis Head, Michael Neser, Matthew Renshaw
Where to watch the live broadcasting of the first Test between New Zealand and Australia in India?
The live broadcasting of the Trans-Tasman trophy won’t be available in India.
Where to watch the live streaming of the first Test between New Zealand and Australia in India?
The live stream of the first Test between New Zealand and Australia is available on Amazon Prime Video in India.
Where to w atch the live scores and updates of the first Test between New Zealand and Australia in India?
The live scores of the first Test match between New Zealand and Australia will be available on the SportsTiger app and website.