India's Predicted XI vs New Zealand, World Cup 2023 Semifinal: Rohit To Change Winning Combination?

India and New Zealand will face off in the semi-finals of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 on Wednesday, November 15 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The IND vs NZ match starts at 2:00 PM IST. India steamrolled opponents during the league stage of the tournament, clinching victories in all nine league matches and securing the top spot on the points table. The team's exceptional performance has been highlighted by a formidable batting lineup and a lethal bowling attack, proving effective on flat tracks as well as on slow-turning surfaces.

Openers: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill

Indian captain Rohit Sharma has led the team from the front at this ODI World Cup, setting a strong foundation for the team with brisk starts at the top. His aggressive approach has eased pressure on the middle order. With 503 runs in nine matches, the right-handed batter has notched up one century and three half-centuries, with a highest score of 131.

While Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma's opening partner, may not have fully unleashed his potential in the tournament, he has effectively supported the captain in initiating the innings briskly. Despite returning from illness, the right-handed batter has scored 270 runs in seven matches, with a strike rate of 104.65.

Middle order: Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Suryakumar Yadav

With 594 runs, Virat Kohli has established himself as the most prolific run-scorer in the tournament so far. In nine matches, Kohli has demonstrated consistent run-scoring abilities while dropping anchor in challenging situations. The right-handed batter has scored runs at an average of 99 in the competition.

Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul have been crucial in strengthening India's middle order. Iyer's aggressive mindset has seen