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NZ vs SA: Dream11 Prediction Match 1st Test, New Zealand vs South Africa Test Series 2024

Uncapped Neil Brand will lead South Africa in two-match test series against New Zealand.
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NZ vs SA: Dream11 Prediction Match 1st Test, New Zealand vs South Africa Test Series 2024

New Zealand and South Africa will face off against each other in a two-match test series. This series will start on Sunday, and a number of former cricketers, cricket pundits, and fans have an eye on this series. It is because South Africa have sent a second-string team for this tournament.

They did this because of the ongoing South Africa T20 League back home. Hence, many have criticised Cricket South Africa. However, we will enjoy the cricket match. The first test will begin on February 4, which will be held at the Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui. So stay tuned for the latest updates.

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NZ vs SA: Match Details

Date: 04 February, 2024 (Sunday)
Time: 03:30 am I.S.T.
Venue: Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui

NZ vs SA: Live Streaming Details

The first test between New Zealand and South Africa will be streamed live on the Amazon Prime mobile app. There is no other option to watch the game on television.

NZ vs SA: Head-to-Head

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New Zealand and South Africa have played against each other in 47 test matches. South Africa have a big lead of 26 wins, while New Zealand have won five games so far and 16 others have ended in draws.

NZ vs SA: Pitch Report

The pitch at the Bay Oval is pretty fast, which is good for fast bowlers. The new ball will move, and spinners will come into play later on. If you win the toss, then bat first here.

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NZ vs SA: Predicted XIs

South Africa: Keegan Petersen, Zubayr Hamza, Clyde Fortuin (wk), David Bedingham, Neil Brand (c), Raynard van Tonder, Dane Paterson, Shaun von Berg, Mihlali Mpongwana, Duanne Olivier, Tshepo Moreki

New Zealand: Devon Conway, Will Young, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Tom Blundell, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Kyle Jamieson, Tim Southee (c), Neil Wagner

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NZ vs SA: Predicted XI

Wicket-keeper: Tom Latham

Batters: Kane Williamson (Vice Captain), Devon Conway, Keegan Petersen, David Bedingham

All-rounders: Daryl Mitchell (Captain), Mitchell Santner, Rachin Ravindra, Neil Brand

Bowlers: Tim Southee, D Paterson

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Dream11 Prediction: It will be a tough challenge for a young South African team to compete in New Zealand conditions. If they can draw the game, that will be a big thing. However, we back New Zealand to win the first test match.

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Rawat Karan

Rawat Karan is a cricket writer and analyst covering international cricket, domestic series, and major tournaments. He writes about cricket matches, tournament developments, and key stories from the world of cricket, helping readers stay informed about the latest action and updates.

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