India are now up against New Zealand in the must-win crossover match. India, no doubt, would start as favourites against New Zealand, but the Black Sticks will not be an easy side to beat. The last time New Zealand beat India was a 2-1 win in 2019. New Zealand would be smarting after their 2-3 loss to Malaysia in their final Pool C match on Thursday. New Zealand have some genuinely world class players in their ranks and the Indians will have to play their best.
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