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NZ vs IND: Team India Squad Announcement Delayed Over Fitness of 3 Stars
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News18•14-10-2026, 13:40
NZ vs IND: Team India Squad Announcement Delayed Over Fitness of 3 Stars
- •Team India selection for the New Zealand tour is delayed awaiting fitness reports of three key players.
- •Prasidh Krishna was given a three-week recovery time after experiencing left hamstring tightness.
- •Harshit Rana remains crucial for team balance and Gautam Gambhir's plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup.
- •Rishabh Pant missed the Irani Cup due to a side strain, raising concerns over his availability for the Test series.
- •Squads for the ODI and Test series are expected to be finalized after players are cleared by the CoE.
Key Questions Answered
The announcement of India's ODI and Test squads for the New Zealand tour has been delayed because the BCCI is awaiting fitness reports and rehabilitation updates for injured players currently recovering at the Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru.
Fast bowler Prasidh Krishna has been given a three-week recovery time after experiencing left hamstring tightness while bowling five overs against West Indies on September 30.
The ODI and Test squads are scheduled to depart for New Zealand on October 28, following expected fitness clearances around October 25.
