The second match of the ODI series between India and New Zealand will be played at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot. Having won the first match, Team India currently leads the series 1-0. In such a situation, Team India will try to win the second match and gain an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series, while New Zealand will look to make a comeback in the series by winning this match.

IND vs NZ 2nd ODI pitch report from Rajkot

The pitch at Rajkot’s Niranjan Shah Stadium is considered a batsman-friendly pitch. The ball comes onto the bat nicely, making it easier for batsmen to play shots. Fast bowlers may experience slight seam movement in the early overs, but as the match progresses, the pitch becomes easier to bat on.

The team batting first has often posted high scores on this ground. Spin bowlers don’t receive much assistance here, though they can control the run rate somewhat in the middle overs. Fans are expecting a high-scoring match during the second ODI.

In ODIs played at this stadium, the average first innings score has been around 300. Scores in excess of 300 have been scored on several occasions, demonstrating the ease of play on this pitch for batsmen. The outfield is quite fast. The team winning the toss will likely choose to bat first. Four ODIs have been played here so far, and the team batting first has won each of them. Therefore, the toss will play a crucial role in this match.

India and New Zealand have played 121 ODIs so far. India has won 63 of these matches, while New Zealand has won 50. Seven matches ended in no result and one was tied. However, the recent record favors India, as the team has won all five of its last ODIs against New Zealand.