Ishan Kishan Returns at No. 3 for India in T20I Series Against New Zealand

India's T20I squad for the five-match series against New Zealand features Ishan Kishan returning to the playing XI at number three, replacing the injured Tilak Varma. Kishan, who impressed with 517 runs in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, was preferred over Shreyas Iyer, despite Iyer being named as Varma's replacement in the squad. Captain Suryakumar Yadav confirmed Kishan's inclusion, emphasizing his World Cup squad status and recent domestic form. The series serves as preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with India managing other injuries including Washington Sundar's absence.