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India face stern test against NZ in T20I series opener

Nagpur, Jan 20 (UNI) Cricket fans are gearing up for a high-voltage showdown as India’s T20I juggernaut face a stern test against New Zealand in the first match of the five-game series at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium here on Wednesday.
The key question on everyone’s mind: can the visiting Kiwis disrupt the home favorites in front of a packed crowd?
India enter the clash with unstoppable momentum. Unbeaten in the Asia Cup and fresh from series wins in Australia (2-1) and over South Africa (3-1), the reigning T20 World Champions are confident on home soil. Abhishek Sharma, known for explosive starts, is expected to lead India’s charge, while Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh anchor the formidable bowling attack. Middle-order stalwarts like Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya provide depth, making the Indian side a well-rounded powerhouse.
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