India, New Zealand Set for Test Series

India and New Zealand are set to begin a three-match Test series starting October 16 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, a venue expected to favor pace bowling. Historically, India leads the head-to-head encounters with 22 wins out of 62 matches, while New Zealand has won 13. India's team management is likely to stick with a pace-heavy lineup, including Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj, as they prepare for upcoming matches against Australia. New Zealand's coach Gary Stead hinted at a similar strategy, considering the conditions and team adjustments following Tim Southee's resignation as captain. Both teams are eager to secure a win, with India aiming for a strong performance to enhance their chances for the World Test Championship final in 2025. The last Test played at this venue saw pacers dominate, foreshadowing the potential dynamics of the upcoming match.