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[Saba Sports News] New Zealand, after enjoying four consecutive victories in the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023, recently suffered their first loss against India. The team, currently in Dharamsala, visited the residence of the Dalai Lama ahead of their upcoming match against Australia on October 28.
The meeting with the Tibetan spiritual leader, in which players like Kane Williamson and Trent Boult participated, likely served as an inspiration for the Kiwis. They also posed for a photo with him.
New Zealand’s campaign so far has seen them secure wins against England, Netherlands, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan before their defeat to India.
In the match against India, Mohammed Shami’s five-wicket haul helped restrict New Zealand to 273 runs. In response, India, led by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, secured a four-wicket victory with two overs to spare.
As New Zealand prepares to face Australia, the Australian team is looking to bounce back after early losses to India and South Africa. A victory against the Netherlands would strengthen their chances of making it to the semi-finals. However, New Zealand’s players are in excellent form, making the match a formidable challenge for the Australians.