New Zealand Names Squad for Test Series Against India Starting November 19
New Zealand has selected a robust squad for their two-match Test series against India starting November 19 in Wellington.
NEW DELHI, Nov 11: New Zealand has selected a robust squad for their two-match Test series against India, which begins on November 19 in Wellington. Captain Tom Latham will lead the team, which includes Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, and Tom Blundell, despite each player managing injuries.
This series will be the first Test matchup between New Zealand and India since the Black Caps achieved a historic 3-0 victory over India in 2024. Currently, New Zealand ranks second in the World Test Championship standings, while India is in fourth place.
The squad mirrors the one that recently played in England, with Jacob Duffy returning to the lineup. Absentees include Ben Sears, Zak Foulkes, and Will O’Rourke, all of whom are dealing with injuries.
Head coach Rob Walter emphasized the importance of these matches for championship points and home advantage. “This series marks the start of an exciting summer of Test cricket for the BLACKCAPS,” Walter stated. He expressed enthusiasm for competing in front of local crowds, especially after positive experiences during recent white-ball matches.
With ten Tests scheduled between now and March, Walter noted that there is much at stake. He remarked, “Valuable Championship points are on the line of course, but our focus remains on playing our best cricket against a high-quality team like India.”
New Zealand Squad Details
The selected squad includes:
- Tom Latham (c)
- Tom Blundell
- Devon Conway
- Jacob Duffy
- Matt Henry
- Kyle Jamieson
- Daryl Mitchell
- Henry Nicholls
- Glenn Phillips
- Rachin Ravindra
- Mitchell Santner
- Nathan Smith
- Blair Tickner
- Will Young
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