New Zealand's predicted playing XI for the 1st ODI against India

Spinner- Ish Sodhi

Ish Sodhi has been a vital cog in the Black Caps' unit and has troubled the batsmen with his tight lines and unexpected turn and bounce. His lanky frame and high point of release have befuddled many good batsmen in his career. Sodhi has picked up 20 wickets in the last 10 ODIs and took 3 wickets in the recently concluded T20I against Sri Lanka. He will be one to watch out for in the match.

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Fast Bowlers- Tim Southee, Trent Boult and Lockie Ferguson

Trent Boult and Tim Southee

Tim Southee has been New Zealand's premier pacer ever since he made his debut and after Trent Boult made his debut, the duo have been hunting in pairs. Southee, with his early swinging deliveries, and Boult, with his surprise in-swingers, which jag back into the batsman's pads.

Both of them have been in good form and will pose a tough threat to the Indian batsmen who must be ready for a tougher challenge than what the faced against the Aussies. Lockie Ferguson will be the differential with his express pace.