New Zealand Bat First Against India in Women's T20 World Cup Opener

New Zealand Elects to Bat First Against India in Women's T20 World Cup Opener

In the opening match of the Women's T20 World Cup in Dubai, New Zealand captain Sophie Devine opted to bat first after winning the toss. Devine cited the pitch's stability as a factor in her decision, believing it would not deteriorate significantly throughout the innings.

New Zealand's lineup features a pace-heavy attack, with Jess Kerr, Rosemary Mair, and Lea Tahuhu as the primary options. Eden Carson and Amelia Kerr provide spin support.

India, on the other hand, has opted for a three-pronged fast bowling attack for the first time in a T20I this year. Pooja Vastrakar, Renuka Singh, and Arundhati Reddy will lead the charge, while Radha Yadav, India's second-highest wicket-taker this year, has been omitted to accommodate an extra seamer. Shreyanka Patil and S Asha will provide spin options alongside Deepti Sharma.

New Zealand enters the tournament with a modest record of one win in 13 T20Is this year, while India has been in impressive form, winning 11 out of 17 matches in the same period. India is considered the favorite heading into the match.

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