India and New Zealand will compete in an eight-match limited-overs series in January, comprising three ODIs and five T20Is. This series is significant for India's preparations, with senior players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma expected to return to the ODI squad. The T20 team will use the matches to finalize combinations for the upcoming T20 World Cup in February. New Zealand has already announced both their ODI and T20I squads, while India's ODI squad is anticipated soon.