NZ vs SA 1st Test: Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing 11, Injury Updates & Pitch Report | Reddy Anna Book.
New Zealand (NZ) and South Africa (SA) are set to clash in the first Test of their two-match series at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui.
New Zealand will be led by Tim Southee, with Kane Williamson returning after a hamstring injury. However, Tom Blundell and Kyle Jamieson are uncertain due to fitness concerns.
South Africa enters the series with a weakened squad due to key players participating in SA20 2024. The team features seven uncapped players, including all-rounder Neil Brand.
Probable Playing XI:
New Zealand:
Devon Conway, WA Young, Kane Williamson, DJ Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Tom Latham (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Tim Southee (C), Neil Wagner, MJ Henry
South Africa:
N Brand (C), KD Petersen, Zubayr Hamza, DG Bedingham, K Zondo, C Fortuin (wk), DL Piedt, D Paterson, D Olivier, R van Tonder, R de Swardt
Injury and Availability News: Tom Blundell and Kyle Jamieson are doubtful for NZ.
Pitch Report:
The Bay Oval pitch in Mount Maunganui favors batsmen, with early assistance for pacers. Once settled, batters can capitalize, making it a batting paradise.
The match promises an intriguing battle despite South Africa's weakened squad, presenting ample fantasy cricket opportunities.
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