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Gambhir to decide India's Test squad; Kotak reveals Wellington camp plan
✍️ Times of India
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 10:38 AM
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India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak revealed that management is considering keeping Arshdeep Singh, Gurnoor Brar, and Auqib Nabi back from the upcoming Test camp in Wellington, with head coach Gautam Gambhir to make the final call.
The Indian cricket team's preparation strategy for the upcoming Test series in New Zealand has come into focus, with batting coach Sitanshu Kotak providing clarity on squad selection. Speaking on Monday, Kotak disclosed that the team management is actively considering the option of excluding three net bowlers—Arshdeep Singh, Gurnoor Brar, and Auqib Nabi—from the Test camp scheduled in Wellington.
The final decision regarding these players rests with head coach Gautam Gambhir, who is expected to make the call shortly. This strategic move aims to optimize the squad composition for the specific demands of the Test format, ensuring that the selected players are best suited for the conditions in New Zealand.
In terms of coaching staff deployment, Kotak and bowling coach Morne Morkel will accompany the Test team to Wellington. In contrast, head coach Gautam Gambhir will remain with the ODI squad, indicating a split focus in the team's international schedule. This arrangement allows for specialized attention to both formats while managing player workload and selection criteria effectively.
The final decision regarding these players rests with head coach Gautam Gambhir, who is expected to make the call shortly. This strategic move aims to optimize the squad composition for the specific demands of the Test format, ensuring that the selected players are best suited for the conditions in New Zealand.
In terms of coaching staff deployment, Kotak and bowling coach Morne Morkel will accompany the Test team to Wellington. In contrast, head coach Gautam Gambhir will remain with the ODI squad, indicating a split focus in the team's international schedule. This arrangement allows for specialized attention to both formats while managing player workload and selection criteria effectively.