The statistics favour the Kiwis, who have shown supremacy throughout the years when looking at past ICC World Cup games between India and New Zealand.
Digital Desk: A thrilling match between two of cricket's biggest powerhouses is expected as India set to face New Zealand in the first semi-final on November 15 at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. India has conquered all nine of its opponents in the World Cup 2023, which heightens the expectation for what could be an exciting match that might go all the way to the last ball.
The statistics favour the Kiwis, who have shown supremacy throughout the years when looking at past ICC World Cup games between India and New Zealand. Interestingly, India's only World Cup victory over New Zealand, excluding the current edition, came in the 2003 tournament, as encounters were missed in 2007, 2011, and 2015.
A recap of the past five World Cup matches between India and New Zealand
ICC World Cup 2023: Carrying the weight of New Zealand's historical dominance, India entered the Dharamshala arena. However, they managed to shed the burden, securing a 4-wicket victory. In addition to Mohammed Shami's explosive 5/54 performance, Virat Kohli put on an outstanding 95-run inning.
ICC World Cup 2019 Semi-finals: An unforgettable match that will remain forever in the mind of every Indian cricket fan. Even though MS Dhoni's run-out marked India's last hope, New Zealand won by 18 runs, setting up one of the most exciting World Cup finals ever between England and New Zealand.
ICC World Cup 2003: In a low-scoring thriller, India defeated New Zealand, led by Zaheer Khan's outstanding 4/42 innings. India lost iconic players Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag early on in their pursuit of a goal of 146, but they eventually triumphed.
ICC World Cup 1999: In the Super 8 match, New Zealand defeated Australia by five wickets thanks to the efforts of Matt Horne and Roger Twose. In a closely contested match, India lost despite a brilliant performance of 76 runs by Ajay Jadeja.
ICC World Cup 1992: Despite Sachin Tendulkar's remarkable 84 runs, New Zealand won by 4 wickets. Mark. Manoj Prabhakar was the only bowler to be effective against John Greatbatch, taking three wickets. Greatbatch punished the Indian bowlers.
These previous encounters give a historical background and build excitement for what should be an exciting semifinal battle between the clubs.
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