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India adds Brar to Test squad for New Zealand series, releases Kuldeep
✍️ CNA
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 01:37 PM
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India has named fast bowler Arshdeep Brar in the Test squad for the upcoming New Zealand tour, while all‑rounder Kuldeep Yadav has been dropped from the list.
New Zealand is set to host India for a Test series later this year, and the BCCI announced a reshuffle of the squad on Monday. Fast bowler Arshdeep Brar, who has impressed in recent domestic outings, has been added to the 15‑man roster, giving the team an extra pace option for the overseas conditions.
In the same announcement, all‑rounder Kuldeep Yadav was released from the Test squad. The decision reflects the selectors’ focus on tailoring the side to the specific demands of New Zealand pitches, where seam and swing are expected to dominate.
The updated squad will now prepare for the series under the guidance of the senior coaching staff, with the aim of maintaining India’s strong record in overseas Test cricket.
In the same announcement, all‑rounder Kuldeep Yadav was released from the Test squad. The decision reflects the selectors’ focus on tailoring the side to the specific demands of New Zealand pitches, where seam and swing are expected to dominate.
The updated squad will now prepare for the series under the guidance of the senior coaching staff, with the aim of maintaining India’s strong record in overseas Test cricket.