New Zealand are preparing to host England in a three-match Test series, starting November 28 at the iconic Hagley Oval in Christchurch. The series promises intense competition as both teams aim to recover from recent disappointments in their respective Test campaigns.

The Black Caps are coming off a tough tour of Sri Lanka, where they faced a 2-0 series whitewash, highlighting the challenges they’ve encountered in away conditions. England, on the other hand, is looking to regroup after a hard-fought 2-1 series loss to Pakistan in their latest Test outing.

With both sides eager to make a statement, the Hagley Oval pitch could play a pivotal role in determining the course of the opening Test. The picturesque venue is known for its pace-friendly conditions early on, offering a thrilling battle between bat and ball.

England tour of New Zealand 2024, 1st Test:

• Date and Time: November 28; 11:00 am local | 10:00 pm GMT | 3:30 am IST
• Venue: Hagley Oval, Christchurch

Hagley Oval Pitch Report:

The initial phases of a match at Hagley Oval generally offer favorable conditions for pacers, enabling them to utilize swing in the early overs. As the ball loses its shine, however, batters are expected to dominate the fast bowlers. Additionally, spinners can capitalize by consistently landing the ball in the ideal areas to take wickets.

NZ vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Picks:

• Wicketkeeper: Devon Conway
• Batters: Kane Williamson, Joe Root, Harry Brook
• All-rounders: Ben Stokes, Rachin Ravindra, Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Glenn Phillips
• Bowlers: Tim Southee, Matt Henry

NZ vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:

Choice 1: Rachin Ravindra (c), Joe Root (vc)
Choice 2: Kane Williamson (c), Ben Stokes (vc)

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NZ vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Backups:

Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell, Jacob Bethell,Rehan Ahmed

NZ vs ENG Dream11 Team for today’s match (November 28, 10:00 pm GMT):

Squads:

New Zealand: Tom Latham (c), Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Rachin Ravindra, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Blundell (wk), Glenn Phillips, Nathan Smith, Matt Henry, Tim Southee, William ORourke, Jacob Duffy, Will Young

England: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ollie Pope(w), Ben Stokes(c), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse, Shoaib Bashir, Rehan Ahmed, Matthew Potts, Jack Leach, Olly Stone

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