Both teams are coming off defeats to Pakistan, and would be fairly familiar with one another having played a bilateral series in September
The current Andhra head coach, who was in charge of the Kiwis when they beat India 3-0 at home in 2024, feels India has the wherewithal to beat New Zealand
Host gets three points from a high-scoring draw; Gujarat emerges unscathed after being forced to follow-on; Shokeen claims maiden First-Class five-wicket haul
Hrithik Shokeen's breakthrough five-for boosts Delhi's spin hopes amid back injuries and coach-backed confidence in Ranji Trophy.
Chhattisgarh's late collapses gift Punjab a seven-wicket Ranji Trophy victory at New Chandigarh.
Elsewhere, Essex sign George Bell while Ben Mike moves to Glamorgan
Ten teams compete in the 97th MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup hockey at Chennai, with international presence, two pools, and lucrative prizes.
Kerala tops Odisha win as Vishnu Vinod and Asnodkar laud team effort, praising batting depth and potent spinners for early-season success.
Indian Open 2026 features Asian Games champ Pranavi Urs among top contenders, aiming for her LET title at DLF Golf Club.