New Zealand Names Split ODI Squads for India Series with Key Players Returning
New Zealand has announced separate squads for the five-match ODI series against India starting November 4, with Mitchell Santner as captain. Rachin Ravindra returns from a shoulder injury for the first three ODIs, while Finn Allen, Lockie Ferguson, and Tim Seifert rejoin for the final two matches. The squad division allows some players to prepare for the subsequent Test series. The series serves as preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup, with New Zealand aiming to build on their historic win over India earlier this year.
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hindustantimes broke this story on 11 Oct, 02:39 am. Other outlets followed.