Today ODI World Cup Match – England vs New Zealand Match Preview, Pitch and Weather Report, Playing XI

The ODI World Cup 2023 is going to start today with a game between England and New Zealand. Both teams played in the final of the ODI World Cup 2019, which ended with a victory for English side. No doubt, this is one of the most exciting finals in the cricket World Cup.
Both teams arrived in India last week as both sides have scheduled warm-up matches. England’s first game against India was abandoned due to rain, and the other match with Bangladesh was also affected by rain. Still, England managed to win this game with DRS.
Kiwis won both of their games against top teams, Pakistan and South Africa.

England vs New Zealand Match Details

The match between the two finalist of ODI World cup 2019 England and New Zealand will be played at Narendra Modi Stadium Ahmedabad. The game will began at 1:30 according to IST. Both teams will do a practice session before the game to understand weather conditions and pitch.

ENG vs NZ: Narendra Modi Stadium Pitch Report

Narendra Modi Stadium has batting-friendly pitches, and it seems that this will be a high scoring game. The fast bowlers will get help in the initial phase of the game, but spinners will be beneficial as the ball gets old. Moreover, due will play a crucial role in the second inning. It gets harder to get movement in the second inning, and the winning captain will try to bat first.

Eng vs NZ: Ahmed Abad Weather Report

New Zealand and England will play the first match of the ODI World Cup 2023 in perfect weather conditions. As there is no chance of rain and the temperature is between 26 to 34 degrees. It will be a little hot for the first few overs but will get better as time passes. Below is a complete weather report of Narendra Modi Stadium for England and New Zealand match:

England vs New Zealand Head to Head in ODI

England and New Zealand have played 95 One-Day Internationals (ODIs). Both teams have won 44 games and are neck and neck. Only three matches conclude in a draw, and three are tied.

England Squad in First ODI World Cup Match

Jonny Bairstow, Dawid Malan, Joe Root, Jos Buttler (C), Liam Livingstone, Ben Stokes, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Mark Wood, Adil Rashid, Chris Woakes

New Zealand Squad in First ODI World Cup Match

Devon Conway, Will Young, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (C), Glenn Phillips, ,Mitchell Santner , Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Matt Henry, Trent Boult

Eng vs NZ Injured Players

Kane Williamson will not play owing to an injury in IPL. Tim Southee will make his comeback after suffering a thum injury against England in the last series. Ben Stokes has a hip niggle but will very likely play.

Where to Watch England vs New Zealand ODI World Cup Match

The match between England and New Zealand will be broadcast on Star Sports in Hindi, English, Tamil, and Telugu, and streaming will be available on Disney+Hotstar. Pakistani viewers can tune in on PTV Sports and A Sports on their TV. Live streaming rights are granted to ARY Zap and Daraz Mobile app in Pakistan for the ODI World Cup. Below is the list of broadcasters and live streamers for ENG vs NZ match: