Cricket enthusiasts are buzzing in anticipation for the match between India and New Zealand. This face-off at the scenic HPCA stadium in Dharamsala on Sunday (Oct 22) features two of the world’s premier teams, both undefeated in the current tournament. 

The memory of a gut-wrenching loss to New Zealand in the previous edition’s semi-finals in Manchester lingers. India, on home ground, now has an opportunity for redemption and to maintain their winning run. 

Emerging as the most cohesive unit in the championship, they've clinched four consecutive victories, besting Australia, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. 

Although the top-order batting, with centuries from Rohit and Kohli, has dominated the limelight, the lower middle order remains untested in the current World Cup.

The Indian bowling has been a revelation, though a challenge arises regarding Hardik Pandya’s replacement in the line-up due to his ankle injury. 

Given their past World Cup history of dismantling the Indian side with brilliant bowling, New Zealand’s seamers will be eager, especially considering the conditions at the venue.

New Zealand's Trent Boult and Matt Henry are pivotal with the opening deliveries, and Lockie Ferguson will lead in the middle overs with his raw speed. With spinners Rachin Ravindra and Mitchell Santner in tow, New Zealand is equipped to challenge India's mighty batsmen.

India vs New Zealand Live Stream TV Channels

The viewers can watch India vs New Zealand Live Stream in Star Sports 1, Star Sports 2, Star Sports 3 and many other networks.

Star Sports Network India is the official broadcaster of the 2023 Cricket World Cup, it sheduled to air the tournament on Star Sports and OTT platform Disney+ Hotstar in India.The list below is showing the broadcasters by County or Territory.

The broadcasting rights for the upcoming event are held by various networks across different territories. Here’s a consolidated view of India vs New Zealand Live Stream TV Channels:

Afghanistan: RTA Sports and Ariana TV.

Australia: Foxtel TV, Kayo TV, and Nine Network.

Bangladesh: Gazi TV, T Sports, and BTV.

Canada: Willow TV.

Continental Europe: Yupp TV.

Caribbean Islands: ESPN.

England: Sky Sports Cricket.

Hong Kong: Astro Vinmeen HD and Yupp TV.

India: Star Sports Network and DD Sports.

Central East and North Africa: Etisalat and Starzplday.

New Zealand: Sky Sports and Sky Sports 3.

Nepal: Star Sports Network.

Pakistan: A Sports and PTV Sports.

Pacific Islands: TVWAN Action PAC.

Sri Lanka: Sirasa TV (TV1) and Star Sports Network.

South Africa: SuperSports.

South East Asia: Yupp TV.

Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSports.

Singapore: Astro Vinmeen HD.

United States: Willow TV and Willow TV Xtra.

United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket.

Team Updates

Hardik Pandya is set to miss the Dharamsala match due to an ankle injury sustained against Bangladesh. Replacing him is the burning question. Rahul Dravid remained tight-lipped about potential changes but hinted at some considerations. 

There's speculation about Suryakumar Yadav or Ishan Kishan stepping in for Hardik, while Shardul Thakur and Shami could compete for the No. 8 position.

India's probable lineup: 

1. Rohit Sharma (capt), 2. Shubman Gill, 3. Virat Kohli, 4. Shreyas Iyer, 5. KL Rahul (wk), 6. Ravindra Jadeja, 7. Suryakumar Yadav/Ishan Kishan, 8. Shardul Thakur/Mohammed Shami, 9. Jasprit Bumrah, 10. Kuldeep Yadav, 11. Mohammed Siraj.

New Zealand's consistent bowling has led to the possibility of Southee remaining benched. With Kane Williamson sidelined due to a thumb injury, it's improbable for the Kiwis to shuffle their lineup.

New Zealand's probable lineup:

1. Devon Conway, 2. Will Young, 3. Rachin Ravindra, 4. Tom Latham (capt & wk), 5. Daryl Mitchell, 6. Glenn Phillips, 7. Mark Chapman, 8. Mitchell Santner, 9. Matt Henry, 10. Lockie Ferguson, 11. Trent Boult.

The form of New Zealand's batsmen has been commendable. Eyes will be on Devon Conway and Daryl Mitchell, with Mark Chapman also keen to showcase his prowess on this grand platform.