The fifth T20 match between India and New Zealand will take place today in Thiruvananthapuram. This is the final game of the series. New Zealand won the fourth T20 in Visakhapatnam by 50 runs. The Indian team has won three matches while New Zealand has one victory which gives India control of the series. The team aims to win the last match and finish the series on a high note. The T20 World Cup 2026 will start on February 7. India wants to enter the tournament with confidence.
Possible Changes in the Indian Team
- The fifth T20 match between India and New Zealand will see India make several roster changes according to reports. Sanju Samson, who struggled in the previous four matches, will have a chance to improve his performance. Abhishek Sharma needs to regain his previous performance level which he has lost since his last appearance.
- Ishan Kishan who missed the fourth match might return to the playing XI. Suryakumar Yadav will bat at number four while he will bat at number three. Fans also expect another strong performance from Shivam Dube. Axar Patel who missed the first match due to a finger injury is expected to participate in this game. The final XI will include Varun Chakaravarthy and Kuldeep Yadav who serve as specialist spin bowlers.
- Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh will head the fast bowling unit. All-rounder Hardik Pandya who played the first four matches may rest for the fifth T20.
Predicted Indian Playing XI
- Abhishek Sharma
- Sanju Samson
- Ishan Kishan
- Suryakumar Yadav (Captain)
- Shivam Dube
- Rinku Singh
- Axar Patel
- Varun Chakaravarthy
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Arshdeep Singh
The T20 World Cup lineup of this team combines experienced players and players who need to boost their performance before the tournament starts.
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