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New Zealand names 16‑player squad for T20I series against India
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 07:37 AM
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New Zealand Cricket has released a 16‑man squad to face India in the upcoming T20 International series, according to Asianet Newsable.
New Zealand Cricket (NZC) announced on Tuesday a 16‑member squad that will contest the Twenty‑20 International (T20I) series against India. The list, released through official channels, marks the first set of players named for the bilateral series, which is scheduled to take place later this year.
The squad comprises a blend of seasoned campaigners and emerging talent, reflecting NZC’s intent to field a competitive side against a strong Indian lineup. While the exact composition of the playing XI for each match will be decided closer to the fixtures, the announcement provides a clear view of the pool from which selections will be made.
The series is expected to draw significant attention from cricket fans in both countries, adding another chapter to the growing rivalry between the two sides in the shortest format of the game. Further details on match dates, venues and the final playing XIs will be released by the respective cricket boards in due course.
The squad comprises a blend of seasoned campaigners and emerging talent, reflecting NZC’s intent to field a competitive side against a strong Indian lineup. While the exact composition of the playing XI for each match will be decided closer to the fixtures, the announcement provides a clear view of the pool from which selections will be made.
The series is expected to draw significant attention from cricket fans in both countries, adding another chapter to the growing rivalry between the two sides in the shortest format of the game. Further details on match dates, venues and the final playing XIs will be released by the respective cricket boards in due course.