IND vs NZ 2nd Test Match Prediction: India vs New Zealand Test Series 2024
The highly anticipated India vs New Zealand 2nd Test of the 2024 New Zealand tour of India is set to take place at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune from October 24th to October 28th, 2024. This match promises to be a thrilling encounter as India looks to defend its home advantage, while New Zealand seeks to bounce back and put pressure on the hosts after their impressive performance in the 1st Test.
In the last Test match, India faced a shocking collapse, getting bowled out for 46 runs in the first innings, while New Zealand put up a commanding 402 runs, led by a stunning 134 from Rachin Ravindra. Despite a heroic effort by Sarfaraz Khan with 150 and Rishabh Pant narrowly missing a century with 99, New Zealand secured a dominant 8-wicket victory. Can India make a comeback in Pune, or will New Zealand seal the series?
IND
vs NZ 2nd Test Match Venue and Time
Date:
24th October - 28th October, 2024
Day:
Thursday
Venue:
Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
Time:
9:30 AM (IST)
India
vs New Zealand 2nd Test Weather & Pitch Report
Weather
Report
The weather in Pune is expected to remain clear for the entirety of the five days, with no rain interruptions forecasted. Players will face warm temperatures, making stamina crucial, especially during the longer sessions.
Pitch
Report
The Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium is known for favoring spin bowlers as the match progresses. The surface typically offers assistance to fast bowlers during the early stages, with seam movement likely in the first session of each day. As the game moves into days three to five, spinners are expected to dominate. Batsmen will need to be cautious early on but can capitalize once they settle in. Scores in the range of 350-400 should be considered competitive.
India Team News
Led by Rohit Sharma, India will aim to bounce back from their defeat with a strong performance in familiar conditions. The team boasts a formidable lineup, with Virat Kohli, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Sarfaraz Khan expected to lead the charge with the bat. The inclusion of Rishabh Pant as wicketkeeper-batsman adds depth to the lineup.
India's spin trio of Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Kuldeep Yadav will be crucial to India's plans, as they have a track record of dominating on home soil. The pace attack, led by Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj, will look to exploit early seam movement and challenge New Zealand's top order.
India Playing XI Prediction
Rohit Sharma (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, KL
Rahul (WK), Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant (WK), Ravindra Jadeja, Ravichandran
Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj
New Zealand Team News
New Zealand, under the leadership of Tom Latham, is determined to maintain their momentum. With Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, and Daryl Mitchell providing stability in the batting lineup, New Zealand is well-equipped to handle India's attack.
Tim Southee and Matt Henry will spearhead the pace attack, while Ajaz Patel will be the primary spinner tasked with troubling the Indian batsmen. All-rounders like Glenn Phillips provide balance, and New Zealand will rely on building solid partnerships to challenge India.
New Zealand Playing XI Prediction
Tom Latham (C), Devon Conway, Will Young, Rachin
Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (WK), Glenn Phillips, Matt Henry, Tim
Southee, Ajaz Patel, William O’Rourke
IND vs NZ 2nd Test Match Prediction
This encounter between India and New Zealand will be a tough battle, with both sides looking to assert dominance. India's strength at home and familiarity with the conditions make them favorites, but New Zealand has shown they are capable of pushing India in their own backyard.
Key players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja will need to perform for India to take control of the match. For New Zealand, contributions from Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, and their pace attack will be crucial. The spinners are expected to play a significant role, especially in the later stages of the match.
India's Chances: 65% – Their dominance in home conditions gives them an edge.
New Zealand's Chances: 35% – If they can withstand India's spin attack and build partnerships, they could pose a real threat.
