India Prepares for Five-Match T20I Series Against New Zealand Ahead of 2026 World Cup

India's cricket team is preparing for a five-match T20 International series against New Zealand starting January 21, serving as their final tune-up before defending the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 title from February 7. The squad includes recalled players Shreyas Iyer and Ravi Bishnoi, replacing injured Tilak Varma and Washington Sundar. Practice sessions have begun, with key players like Suryakumar Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah participating. Former cricketer Dinesh Karthik highlighted concerns over India's death bowling ahead of the tournament.