New Zealand are unlikely to tinker with their combination yet in what is a five-match series Read more
New Zealand are missing key players because of the IPL, but should still be formidable in familiar conditions at home Read more
Christopher Luxon’s center-right government wants more foreign direct investment to boost economic growth ahead of a 2026 election. Read more
India are unlikely to tinker with a winning combination, while Matt Henry’s availability will be in focus for New Zealand Read more
Their bowling attacks are similarly matched but the difference could come in the spin department, where New Zealand look stronger Read more
A total of 128,700 people permanently left the Pacific nation of 5.3 million in 2024, provisionally the largest exodus on record. Read more
Both are exceptional ODI outfits, coming in with a string of wins to their name. Both will also already have one eye on their respective semi-finals, which quickly follow Sunday’s game Read more
New Zealand started the Champions Trophy by beating Pakistan, Bangladesh suffered a loss against India Read more
Similar drills a day earlier had forced airlines in the area to divert some flights. Read more
The hosts take on New Zealand in the tournament opener, having lost to them twice in the recent tri-series Read more
