Iyer's India face a test of adaptation in New Zealand
The Indian cricket team, led by Shreyas Iyer, is preparing for a five-match T20I series in New Zealand starting on Thursday. The squad faces adaptation challenges due to limited rest and local conditions, while captain Iyer aims to solidify his leadership record on an overseas tour ahead of the T20 World Cup.
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India, led by Shreyas Iyer, will look to extend their unbeaten run in T20I series in New Zealand as they begin a five-match rubber against the hosts on Thursday. The visitors, despite having limited time to rest, acclimatise and train after their arrival, will rely on their batting strength to take on the home side.India's most recent T20I series in New Zealand was in 2022. The match in Napier ended in a tie under the Duckworth-Lewis method after rain interrupted play. India went on to win the series, claiming victory in the only match that was not affected by rain.Only four batters in India's squad have played T20Is in New Zealand before — captain Iyer, Ishan Kishan, Sanju Samson and Shivam Dube.
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