New Zealand have opted to bowl with a change in their lineup, bringing in Duffy in place of McConchie for the high-stakes encounter against India. Duffy, a relatively new face in the New Zealand setup, has been gradually building a reputation as a capable lower-order batsman and occasional offspinner. The New Zealand team has been in excellent form this season, with a 2-1 victory over Bangladesh and a commanding performance against Sri Lanka in the last ODI series. The reason behind McConchie's omission is unclear, but sources suggest that he may have been struggling with a minor injury. The impact of this decision on the team's tactics is significant, with Duffy in the lineup, New Zealand may look to use him as a change-of-pace option, exploiting India's middle order with his offspin.