Cricket World Cup 2015: New Zealand vs England Preview

19th February, Wellington: Cohosts New Zealand will take on England in their Pool A match of the cricket World Cup 2015, here on Friday.

After being hammered by Australia in their opening match, England will be looking out for much needed win in this match.

After two consecutive wins, New Zealand, on the other hand will go as favourites in this game.

England captain, Eoin Morgan will have to lead from the front to inspire his team when it takes the field at the Westpac Stadium tomorrow.

"He's aware of the fact that he wants more runs and it's important for the team that he plays his part. He thinks about his own game. He knows his strengths. So the onus of responsibility is on him because of his experience," England's batting coach Mark Ramprakash said.

Teams (from):

England: Eoin Morgan (capt), Moeen Ali, James Anderson, Gary Ballance, Ian Bell, Ravi Bopara, Stuart Broad, Jos Buttler (wkt), Steven Finn, Alex Hales, Chris Jordan, Joe Root, James Taylor, James Tredwell, Chris Woakes.

New Zealand (from): Brendon McCullum (capt), Trent Boult, Grant Elliott, Tom Latham, Martin Guptill, Mitchell McClenaghan, Nathan McCullum, Kyle Mills, Adam Milne, Daniel Vettori, Kane Williamson, Corey Anderson, Tim Southee, Luke Ronchi (wkt), Ross Taylor.