KARACHI: The one-off Test between Afghanistan and New Zealand is starting from Monday in India, the Afghan team has set their sights on surprising the Kiwis.
Afghanistan, who are hosting the match at a neutral venue, are without Rashid Khan, on the other hand, the New Zealand team is also hoping to adapt to the South Asian conditions.
According to the details, the only test between Afghanistan and New Zealand is going to start from Monday in the Indian city of Greater Noida, the Afghan team led by Hashmatullah Shahidi is dreaming of defeating the Kiwis with an upset defeat, star spinner Rashid will help the Afghan team. Khan and fast bowler Naveed Zadran are not available.
With Rashid not available for longer format cricket until the end of next month due to fitness issues, Afghanistan have decided to give 3 new players a chance, with spin all-rounder Shamsul Rahman and fast bowler Khalil Ahmed awaiting debuts.
New Zealand will be keen to use this match to acclimatise to South Asian conditions, with a win they will have their sights set on adapting to spin conditions as the Kiwis head to Sri Lanka for 2 Tests after this match. After that, the New Zealand team will return to India for a 3-Test series.
