New Zealand v Bangladesh: second ODI cricket betting preview, TV channel and tip

New Zealand openers should make solid start at Hagley Oval

Henry Nicholls is aiming to nail down a place at the top of New Zealand's batting orderCredit: Phil Walter

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New Zealand eased to an eight-wicket win over Bangladesh in the first ODI thanks to an unbeaten 117 from opener Martin Guptill and both the Black Caps and Guptill have impressive course form in Christchurch, the venue for the second game.

Before England's victory at the Hagley Oval last March, the home side had won all eight one-day internationals at a ground where Guptill blasted 93 not out off just 30 balls against Sri Lanka in 2015.

He and Henry Nicholls put on a century stand in the opening game of the series and Bangladesh may also struggle to make an early breakthrough in the second ODI.

Nicholls's four innings in Christchurch have been 23 not out, 83 not out, 18 not out and 55 and he can help the hosts make a solid start.

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Published on 14 February 2019inCricket tips

Last updated 19:22, 14 February 2019

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