Cricket fans are set for a packed day as India take on New Zealand in an important One Day International at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Tuesday. Alongside the international match, several major T20 and women’s league games across the world will keep fans glued to the action.
The second ODI between India and New Zealand will begin at 1:30 PM IST. India, after a comfortable win in the opening match of the series, will look to take a strong lead and move closer to sealing the series. New Zealand are expected to put up a tougher fight as both teams continue to fine-tune their combinations ahead of upcoming international tournaments.
With Rajkot known for its batting-friendly pitch, an exciting contest between bat and ball is expected.
Later in the day, attention will shift to global T20 leagues. In Australia’s Big Bash League, Hobart Hurricanes will face Brisbane Heat in Match 35 at Hobart’s Bellerive Oval from 1:45 PM IST, with playoff spots at stake.
In South Africa’s SA20, Sunrisers Eastern Cape will meet Joburg Super Kings in Gqeberha at 9:00 PM IST.
Domestic focus will also be on the Women’s Premier League, where Delhi Capitals Women take on UP Warriorz Women at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Sports Academy at 7:30 PM IST.
In addition, several Under-19 teams will play warm-up matches ahead of the upcoming ICC U19 World Cup in Namibia.