New Zealand's Strategic Decision: Skipper Santner Opts to Bowl First in T20 World Cup Final

In a bold move, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner elected to bowl first against India in the T20 World Cup final. The Kiwis reintroduced pacer Jacob Duffy, replacing all-rounder Luke McConchie. India maintained their semifinal lineup from their clash against England in Mumbai.

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner made a strategic decision as he won the toss and opted to bowl first in the T20 World Cup final against India on Sunday.

In a tactical adjustment, the New Zealand team brought back pacer Jacob Duffy to strengthen their bowling attack, dropping all-rounder Luke McConchie from the lineup for the final encounter.

Meanwhile, India showed confidence in their squad, retaining the same eleven players from their semifinal triumph over England in Mumbai.

(With inputs from agencies.)