Thu Oct 17 20:05:48 UTC 2024: ## India vs New Zealand Test: First Match Begins Today in Bengaluru Despite Rain Delay
**Bengaluru, October 17, 2024:** The highly anticipated first Test match between India and New Zealand is set to begin today in Bengaluru, after a rain-delayed start. The match was originally scheduled to commence on Wednesday, but heavy rain forced a postponement.
The first day’s play has been rescheduled for today, with the match starting at 9:15 AM. The organizers have made adjustments to the remaining days’ schedules to compensate for the lost time.
Both teams are looking to start their tour on a winning note. India is led by Rohit Sharma and boasts a strong lineup with experienced players like Virat Kohli and KL Rahul. New Zealand, under Tom Latham’s captaincy, is aiming for a strong performance against the hosts.
All three Test matches of the series will be broadcast live on the Sports18 channel and can be streamed for free on the Jio Cinema app.
The series schedule is as follows:
* **First Test:** October 16-20 (M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru)
* **Second Test:** October 24-28 (MCA Stadium, Pune)
* **Third Test:** November 1-5 (Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai)
Cricket enthusiasts can catch all the action and stay tuned for updates on the series.
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