Indian cricket team will face a resilient New Zealand side in a three-match ODI series in their next assignment. The 1st ODI will take place at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad on Wednesday, January 18. India are coming from a 3-0 ODI series victory against Sri Lanka. The Rohit Sharma led Indian team registered the biggest-ever ODI victory by runs in their previous match. Men in Blue will be high on confidence. However, their opponent New Zealand are going to be a tough test. The Kiwis are currently the no.1 ranked ODI side in the world. They came from behind to defeat Pakistan 2-1 in Pakistan recently. With two top teams facing each other, the series is expected to be a blockbuster. India vs New Zealand 1st ODI will start at 1:30 pm IST (Indian Standard Time). Star Sports Network will provide a live telecast of the match. Meanwhile, Disney+ Hotstar will provide live streaming. Shreyas Iyer Ruled Out Of India vs New Zealand ODI Series Due to a Back Injury, Rajat Patidar Named Replacement.

Hosts India have made quite a few changes to their squad. KL Rahul has taken leave due to family reasons. Meanwhile, Shreyas Iyer was ruled out after suffering a back injury. The top three of India played a great brand of cricket against Sri Lanka. Men in Blue will be hoping that the trio of Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli continue their brilliant form. Wicket-keeper batter Ishan Kishan will finally get his chance but he will have to bat in the middle order. Meanwhile, Rajat Patidar might make his debut. On the other side, Shardul Thakur can make a comeback to the lineup. Reliable all-rounder Axar Patel has been also rested. This will give Shahbaz Ahmed a chance to showcase his talent.

Similar to India, New Zealand have also rested quite a few of their main players. Kane Williamson, who was the hero for the Kiwis in the recently concluded Pakistan series, will not be taking any part. In the absence of Williamson, all eyes will be on Devon Conway and Glenn Phillips. Veteran seamer Tim Southee has been rested. Speedstar Lockie Ferguson will lead New Zealand's bowling attack. IND vs NZ Dream11 Team Prediction, 1st ODI 2023: Tips To Pick Best Fantasy Playing XI for India vs New Zealand Cricket Match in Hyderabad.

When Is India vs New Zealand 1st  ODI 2023? Know Date, Time and Venue

India will lock horns with New Zealand in the 1st ODI on Wednesday, January 18. The match will commence at 1:30 pm IST (Indian Standard Time) at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.

Where To Watch Live Telecast of India vs New Zealand 1st ODI 2023 on TV?

Star Sports Network have the broadcasting rights of the India vs New Zealand ODI series and they will provide a live telecast of the 1st ODI in India. You can tune into Star Sports 1/HD and Star Sports 1 Hindi/HD to enjoy the live telecast of the game. Fans can also watch India vs New Zealand 1st ODI with regional commentary on Star Sports 1 Tamil, Star Sports 1 Telugu and Star Sports 1 Kannada. Meanwhile, DD Sports will provide live telecast of the game for DD Free Dish users.

How To Get Free Online Live Streaming of New Zealand 1st ODI 2023?

The broadcasting rights of India vs New Zealand ODI series are with Star Sports Network. So you can enjoy the live streaming of the game on the Disney+Hotstar app and website. India will face a tough challenge from New Zealand but the hosts might just have enough to get over the line.

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