New Zealand in the recent past have looked to be the only team that has troubled India when it comes to playing in coloured clothing. The Kiwis have a flawless 5-0 record against the Men in Blue when it comes to T20 internationals. Today when the two teams meet again at the Ferozeshah Kotla stadium here in the opening encounter of the three-match T20 series, India skipper Virat Kohli would expect his troops to stop the Kiwi winning-run that has lasted over a decade even as Kane Williamson's side tries to extend it further to keep their No. 1 ranking intact.

Ashish Nehra smiles during India's optional practice session on the eve of their first T20 match against New Zealand at the Kotla. Pic/AFP