England vs New Zealand - 4 key battles | ICC T20 WC 2021

#3 Moeen Ali vs Jimmy Neesham

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The battle between the England and New Zealand all-rounders is another important match to look forward to. Both Moeen and Neesham have delivered their services when called upon.

Even though it has not come up often, their respective teams will be relieved that they have turned up when necessary. Moeen played a crucial 27 ball 37 against South Africa. Meanwhile Neesham scored an important 23 ball 35 to take his team to victory.

Bowling-wise, Moeen has seven wickets to his name against Neesham's two but both have been equally economical. Considering the teams are almost equally strong, these two all-rounders might prove to be the difference after all.

#4 Ish Sodhi vs Adil Rashid

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Neither team has players who are the best players of spin in the world. So this might prove to be the one that affects the contest greatly. Both spinners have eight wickets apiece to their name and are equally deadly.

Adil Rashid has a slightly better average and strike rate compared to Sodhi. But it is the economy rate of the England spinner that shifts the contest in his favor. Sodhi, on the other hand, spun webs around India, the team best suited to playing spin.

Another fact of note is that both spinners have shown no hesitancy about operating even in the powerplays. That is where this game will be decided. To take the risk against the spinner or lose out to runs in favor of safety?