The final of the World Test Championship will be played between India and New Zealand from June 18 to June 22. 8 cricket pundits have predicted this. India is no. 1 and New Zealand No. 2 in the ICC Test Rankings. Despite this, 5 cricket pundits, including India's Akash Chopra, believe that Kane Williamson's team can overshadow Virat Kohli's team. At the same time, New Zealand's legend cricketer Sir Richard Hadlee believes that both the teams are strong and it would be wrong to select any one team.
The Indian team reached England on 3 June and players have been allowed to train in the group from 6 June. At the same time, the New Zealand team has been in England since May 17 and after training for about 12 days, the team has also played a Test against England. The Kiwis will play the second Test against England from June 10. In such a situation, experts believe that New Zealand will be in the lead due to better match practice. Along with this, the Duke ball can also benefit the fast bowlers of the Kiwi team. Read what are the opinions of 8 cricket pundits...
1. Michael Vaughan: New Zealand team can win the trophy
Former England captain Vaughan believes that the New Zealand team will win the ICC WTC trophy. In a statement given to Spark Sport, he said – English conditions and the Duke ball will prove to be helpful for bowlers like Trent Boult and Tim Southee. With this, the Indian team has reached England after a very busy schedule. Within a week, the team will have to play the match without much practice. The practice of the Kiwi team against England can benefit them.
2. VVS Laxman: Advantage to Team India
Former India cricketer VVS Laxman believes that Team India is the favorite to win the trophy. He told Sports Star – Both the teams are good, but India has more chances. India has done well in the last few years in the opposite condition. Their morale will still be very high. Whereas, New Zealand won the match against Pakistan and West Indies at home.
3. Brett Lee: Advantage to New Zealand
The former Australian fast bowler has described New Zealand as his favorite. He said that the match will be very exciting, but the presence of good bowlers in the Kiwi team can give them an advantage. Both the teams are the same in batting. Duke ball and swing bowling, both these things will give the Kiwi team an opportunity like home ground.
4. Pat Cummins: New Zealand Team Can Win
Australian fast bowler Pat Cummins believes that the Kiwi team will win the final. He said on his YouTube channel – there will be a great match between India and New Zealand. As far as I have heard it has rained heavily in England and there will be overcast conditions. In such a situation, Kyle Jameson, Boult, and South can create problems for the Indian batsmen.
5. Brendon McCullum: Advantage to New Zealand team
Former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum believes Williamson's team has a 60% chance of winning the final. He told India Today – New Zealand will have match practice to play in English conditions before the final. Just as New Zealand respects India, I also respect India. I know they will present a tough challenge to New Zealand.
6. Monty Panesar: Advantage to India
Former England spinner Monty Panesar believes that Team India will win the ICC WTC final. Panesar feels that the Southampton pitch can give a turn to the spinners and as the game progresses, Ravichandra Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja could become big threats. New Zealand lacks quality spinners and because of this, Team India has a great opportunity.
7. Aakash Chopra: New Zealand team can win
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra believes that New Zealand's team can beat. He said that Virat's team has not had a good record against New Zealand on foreign soil. In 2020, Team India had to face defeat in New Zealand in overcast conditions.
Akash said- We never beat him in overcast condition. The team that came after winning in Australia had to struggle in New Zealand. Whereas, our entire team was playing in New Zealand. Southampton may also have overcast conditions and India will be in trouble. I am not excluding India completely, but the result is in favor of New Zealand by 55-45%.
8. Sir Richard Hadley: Hard to select one
The legendary New Zealand cricketer refused to favor any one team. He said that both the teams are strong and performing well. Both have some great batsmen. So it is going to be fun to watch the match. At this stage, I cannot reach any decision.
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