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New Zealand bowl with Duffy in for McConchie, India unchanged

TT Editor·Updated: 8 Mar 2026 7:17 pm IST
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New Zealand bowl with Duffy in for McConchie, India unchanged

In a surprising move, New Zealand has opted for a change in their bowling lineup ahead of the crucial match against India, dropping offspinner McConchie and including Duffy. This decision comes despite the strategic discussions surrounding the need for an offspinner to tackle India's dominant left-handed batting order. Duffy had previously shown promise by taking two key wickets in a single over during the semi-final against South Africa, yet he will now have the opportunity to prove his worth in this high-stakes encounter. Meanwhile, India remains unchanged from their previous lineup, signaling confidence in their current squad as they aim to advance further in the tournament. With both teams making pivotal decisions, the upcoming match is set to be an exciting contest as they navigate their respective strategies and player performances.

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