5 upcoming ODI series that will help India prepare for World Cup 2019

Published Jun 21, 2018 16:37 IST

*Kohli and his men will look to make the most of these*

#2 India Vs New Zealand in New Zealand, 5 ODIs, February 2019

*The pair of Boult and Southee will be a threat for the Indian batsmen*

New Zealand is one of the strongest contenders for winning the World Cup next year and facing them in their own backyard will be a tough challenge for the Indian side. Team India will face the Kiwis in a five-match ODI series in February next year.

The strong Indian batting line-up will have its work cut out against a formidable New Zealand pace attack. Tim Southee and Trent Boult can demolish any batting side in the World and it will be a litmus test for the experienced Indian batsmen.

The conditions in New Zealand will be somewhat similar to those in England, thus making this series even more vital.