Preparations for the World Cup on top of their agenda, India will take on an injury-hit New Zealand in a rare five-match T20 International series starting Friday during which seam-friendly wickets would be a major challenge for the visitors. Unlike most overseas tours, this will be a quick start for the Indian team. First T20 comes just five days after last ODI.

from Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/india-in-new-zealand/india-vs-new-zealand-1st-t20i-upbeat-india-take-on-injury-struck-new-zealand-as-build-up-to-t20-world-cup-continues/articleshow/73543460.cms