Cricket match against New Zealand: what you need to know

The teams

This is the first time these teams have played each other in an ODI. The last time they met was in a Test series, which the Kiwis won 3-2. The Blackcaps have had a tough year so far, losing all six of their Tests and 10 out of 12 ODIs. Their last win came on April 17th, when they beat Bangladesh 3-2 in Wellington. They're ranked 7th in the world as per recent ICC rankings, with Pakistan currently occupying that spot.

The venue

This year, the teams will meet at Eden Park in Auckland, which has a capacity of 45,000 people. The venue is conveniently located in the middle of both cities and can be reached by public transport. Entry to the stadium is free on game day - but make sure you arrive early if you want to secure a good viewing spot. There are also plenty of great vantage points around Auckland City where you can watch the match for free or for a small charge.

The date and time

The next cricket match between India and New Zealand will take place on March 6th, 2018. The time is yet to be announced. 

There are three formats of the game which are T20, ODI and Test cricket. 

This game is a part of the Trans-Tasman Tri Series in which Australia will also play against both teams from February 22nd till March 24th with the final being played on March 25th at Eden Park.

The format

What time is the cricket match? 

The cricket match is on Friday, March 8 at 8pm EST. Where can I watch the match? 

As of now, there are no confirmed broadcasting channels for this particular game. Will it be livestreamed? 

No, there will not be a livestream of the game. What channel will it be on in my country? 

Different countries broadcast different channels for cricket matches. There's no way of knowing which one will air this particular game until closer to the date. Is there a score prediction for this game?

The broadcasters

A lot of people are wondering when the next cricket match between India and New Zealand will happen. The two teams have a long history, and this upcoming clash is sure to be as competitive as usual. This blog post will give you everything you need to know about the upcoming game. 

1) When is the game? 2) Where will it be played? 3) How can I watch it? 4) Who's playing? 5) What are they playing for? 6) Who do I cheer for if I'm not from either country or too young to remember past matches? 7) Why should we care about this match anyway?