Series Sweep: Boot Is On The Other Foot

Indian top-order will have to fire to avoid embarrassment; Williamson set for return, hosts also add Sodhi, Tickner

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India will expect its top-order to fire to avoid a series whitewash when it clashes with a high-flying New Zealand in the third and final One-Day International, here on Tuesday.

Despite missing inspirational skipper Kane Williamson in the line-up due to a shoulder injury, the hosts shrugged off the T20 series debacle to claim the ODI series.

New Zealand, though, will have the experience and leadership of Williamson for the final game as he has passed the fitness test.

Top-order impact

The major difference between the two sides has been the top-order’s impact.