NEW DELHI: While India may emerge as the standout team at the ICC ODI World Cup 2023, New Zealand pacer Lockie Ferguson emphasised that both sides will reset to ground zero when they collide in Wednesday's semi-final in Mumbai.
India enter the knockout phase on the back of nine consecutive wins in the group stage, led by the stellar performances of Virat Kohli, the tournament's leading run-scorer with 594 runs, and captain Rohit Sharma close behind with 503 runs.
With a formidable fast-bowling arsenal comprising Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, and Mohammed Shami, India presents a formidable challenge. Shami's return due to Hardik Pandya's injury has proven fortunate, with the seasoned seamer claiming 16 wickets in five matches at an incredibly low average of under 10.
Spinners Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav also add depth by consistently taking wickets without leaking runs.
However, India's quest for a third World Cup title since their 2011 victory over Sri Lanka in Mumbai has been a prolonged one, with their last major trophy being the 2013 Champions Trophy.
On the other hand, New Zealand, runners-up in the last two 50-over World Cups, won their initial four matches in this edition before suffering defeats in the subsequent four.
Four years ago, New Zealand secured a victory over India by a margin of just 18 runs in a rain-affected World Cup semi-final in Manchester.
As far as the two teams' head-to-head numbers in ODIs are concerned, India hold the edge.
Here's the record:Matches: 117India won: 59New Zealand won: 50Tied: 1No Result: 7Here's all you need to know about the India vs New Zealand World Cup semifinal match on Wednesday, November 15:When will India vs New Zealand semifinal be played?The India vs New Zealand semifinal match will be played on Wednesday (November 15)
What time will the India vs New Zealand semifinal match begin?The India vs New Zealand semifinal match will begin at 2:00 PM (IST). The toss will happen at 1:30 PM (IST).
Where will India vs New Zealand semifinal match be played?The India vs New Zealand semifinal match will be played at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
How to watch live coverage of the India vs New Zealand semifinal match?The India vs New Zealand semifinal match will be live telecast on Star Sports network.
Where can you follow live updates and highlights for the India vs New Zealand semifinal match online?You can follow ball-by-ball commentary, live updates and all highlights of the India vs New Zealand semifinal match on
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