The Kiwis will play two Tests against England, starting June 2 at Lord’s, before the WTC final. India’s tour of England will begin with the WTC summit clash against the Kiwis in Southampton from June 18.

In a YouTube discussion on The Curtly & Karishma Show, More stated that unless India put up decent runs on the board, they cannot compete with New Zealand in the WTC final. He said:

More further praised New Zealand captain Kane Williamson as one of the greatest of the modern era and the Blackcaps as a very smart team. He added:

More hailed India for the way they came back in the WTC after being bundled out for 36 in Adelaide. He credited Ajinkya Rahane, in particular, for leading the fightback. The former keeper said:

India may start as favorites in WTC final: Curtly Ambrose

According to former West Indies fast bowler Curtly Ambrose, India will be slight favorites going into the WTC final. However, he added that New Zealand as a team are extremely dangerous, which could make the contest intriguing.

Ambrose said:

India are slated to land in the UK on June 3. Upon arrival in Southampton, which is the venue for the WTC final, they will be placed in managed isolation, as recently informed by the ICC.

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