ICC World Cup 2023: New Zealand defeat England by nine wickets

In the opening match of the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, New Zealand secured a nine-wicket victory over defending champions England in Ahmedabad. The contest showcased New Zealand's dominance in a thrilling encounter.

New Zealand's triumph was a remarkable partnership between Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra. The duo's unbeaten partnership of 273 runs took New Zealand to a comfortable victory, with Conway scoring a century and Ravindra impressing with a brilliant 123*. They skillfully chased down England's target of 282/9 in just 36.2 overs.

New Zealand's bowlers also played a pivotal role in their victory, with Matt Henry leading the way by taking 3 crucial wickets for 48 runs. Their disciplined performance kept England's batting lineup in check. Jos Buttler's explosive innings of 43 provided some resistance for England, but it wasn't sufficient to prevent New Zealand's formidable performance.

This exciting match marked the commencement of the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, setting the stage for an exciting tournament ahead. The tournament's live action can be viewed on Star Sports or Disney+ Hotstar.

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