New Zealand A Names 19-Member Squad for Unofficial Tests Against India A
New Zealand has named a 19-member New Zealand A squad featuring 11 current and former international players for a three-match unofficial Test series against India A. The matches, scheduled from October 24 to November 10 at Bert Sutcliffe Oval and Hagley Oval, will serve as preparation ahead of the senior teams' two-Test series starting November 19. India A's squad includes experienced players like KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Washington Sundar. Rhys Mariu will captain New Zealand A for the first two matches, with the third captain to be decided later.
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hindustantimes broke this story on 23 Oct, 04:10 am. Other outlets followed.