New Delhi, Oct. 22 -- India will be looking to continue their strong run in T20Is when they take on New Zealand in the first of the five-match series against New Zealand at the Hagley Oval in Christchurch on Thursday (October 22). The Men in Blue are coming to New Zealand on the back of a 2-2 series draw against West Indies at home, which was largely dominated by batters.

But things will be different in New Zealand for the Indian team, with completely different conditions on offer, with the hosts' pace-friendly pitches likely to test the visitors' adaptability and preparation. The short turnaround between series adds to the challenge, leaving India with limited time to adapt to the conditions ahead of the opening T20I.

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