India vs New Zealand 2nd Test Prediction, Odds, and Betting Tips
The second test of the New tour of India is set to be played on October 24, 2024, at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune. After losing the first match, India is eager to level the series in Pune. New Zealand currently leads 1-0 in this three-match Test series and has a great chance to win this match, which would break India’s 18-series winning streak at home. However, it won’t be easy, as India will try to trap the New Zealand players, likely using spin bowling. Check out the India vs New Zealand prediction.
India vs New Zealand 2nd Test Prediction
Key Stats
- New Zealand won the first Test and leads the series 1-0.
- India needs to win this match to keep the series alive.
- New Zealand just needs to win one more match to win the series.
Match Prediction: Despite losing the first match by 8 wickets, India is expected to bounce back and win this match.
India vs New Zealand Odds
- India – 1.18
- New Zealand – 4.75
Most Recent H2H: India’s upper hand
- TEST 16/10/2024: India vs New Zealand – New Zealand won by 8 wickets
- WC 15/11/2023: India vs New Zealand – India won by 70 runs
- WC 22/10/2023: India vs New Zealand – India won by 4 wickets
- T20I 01/02/2023: India vs New Zealand – India won by 168 runs
- T20I 29/01/2023: India vs New Zealand – India won by 6 wickets
India preview
After losing the first match, India will aim to bounce back. The team has added Washington Sundar to the squad for the second Test, which suggests they will focus on spin bowling.
Predicted XI: Rohit Sharma, Yashashvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant, Shubhman Gill, Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah
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New Zealand preview
New Zealand played strongly in the first Test. Rachin Ravindra and Devon Conway performed well. There is still no update on Kane Williamson’s return from injury, but the team showed great spirit in the first match.
Predicted XI: Tom Latham, Devon Conway, Will Young, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Michell, Tom Blundell, Glen Phillips, M Santnner, Matt Henry, Tim Southee, Ajaz Patel
Player to watch: R. Ashwin
Ravichandran Ashwin is a key player for India. His ability to change the game with both bat and ball makes him a major threat to New Zealand in this match.
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