Christchurch weather forecast for New Zealand vs. India: Chances of rain, average temperature for NZ vs. IND 1st T20I
India and New Zealand are set to face off in the first T20I in Christchurch, with both teams dealing with significant injury absences. Weather forecasts suggest a dry but chilly evening for the match, which serves as a rematch of the previous T20 World Cup final.
Why it matters
This match is a high-profile international cricket fixture that draws significant global viewership and betting interest.
India begin their five-match T20I series against New Zealand at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Thursday, October 22, in a rematch of the T20 World Cup final from March, a contest India won by 96 runs.
The visitors arrive without Jasprit Bumrah, which leaves their pace attack looking a good deal thinner, while Hardik Pandya was out of contention well before selection as he continues to recover from a right shin injury.
Their absence has opened the door for Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who returns to the national side after nearly four years away.
New Zealand have their own problems, having lost Rachin Ravindra to a dislocated shoulder and seen Mark Chapman and Zak Foulkes ruled out through injury on October 9.
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