Preview:
Mighty England are set to host New Zealand in the 1st Test of the Test Series between the two teams. The hosts England are coming into this series with a struggling outing in their previous series against West Indies earlier this year. On the other hand, the tourists, New Zealand are coming into this series with a splendid outing in their previous series against South Africa. England will be led by players like Joe Root, James Anderson, Ben Stokes, Stuart Broad, etc. whereas New Zealand will be led by players like Kane Williamson, Tom Latham, Tim Southee, etc. Both the teams will be looking to start the series on a winning note and gain an advantage in the series.
Match Details:
England vs New Zealand, 1st Test
Venue: Lord’s, London
Date & Time: 2nd June, at 3:30 PM IST
Live Streaming: SonyLiv
ENG vs NZ, 1st Test Pitch Report:
The wicket at the iconic Lord’s has traditionally been well-balanced, allowing both batsmen and bowlers to perform well. The pacers, on the other hand, have greater help from the pitch.
Injury News:
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ENG vs NZ, 1st Test Probable Playing XIs:
England
Ben Stokes(c), Jonny Bairstow(wk), Joe Root, James Anderson, Stuart Broad, Craig Overton, Zack Crawley, Ollie Pope, Jack Leach, Matthew Potts, Harry Brooke
New Zealand
Kane Williamson(c), Tom Blundell(wk), Tom Latham, Devon Conway, Colin de Grandehomme, Daryl Mitchell, Trent Boult, Tim Southee, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Neil Wagner
Top Picks for ENG vs NZ 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Joe Root will be a key player. The former English skipper has amassed 9889 runs in 117 test matches at an average of 49.19.
Kane Williamson will be a key player. The Kiwi captain has garnered 7272 runs in 86 test matches at an average of 53,47.
James Anderson will be a crucial pick. The veteran English bowler has scalped 640 wickets in 169 test matches at an average of 26.58.
Suggested Playing XI No.1 for ENG vs NZ 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Jonny Bairstow, Devon Conway, Joe Root, Kane Williamson(c), Tom Latham, Ben Stokes(vc), Colin de Grandehomme, Daryl Mitchell, James Anderson, Stuart Broad, Trent Boult
Suggested Playing XI No.2 for ENG vs NZ 11Wickets Fantasy Cricket:
Tom Blundell, Devon Conway, Joe Root(vc), Kane Williamson, Tom Latham, Ben Stokes(c), Colin de Grandehomme, Craig Overton, James Anderson, Tim Southee, Trent Boult
Captain and Vice-Captain Choices:
Captain Choices: Kane Williamson, Ben Stokes
Vice-Captain Choices: Ben Stokes, Joe Root
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Disclaimer: This team is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While selecting your team, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.
