India Announces ODI and Test Squads for New Zealand Tour

The BCCI has officially announced India's ODI and Test squads for the upcoming tour of New Zealand. Shubman Gill will lead the team in the first three ODIs, while Shreyas Iyer takes over for the last two matches. The series kicks off on November 4 in Auckland. Notably, Jasprit Bumrah is absent from the ODI squad but included in the Test lineup. The squads feature a blend of experienced players and new talent, promising an exciting series ahead. Read on for detailed squad lists and match schedules.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 16, 2026, 22:25 IST

India's ODI Squad Announcement

On Friday, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) revealed the One Day International (ODI) squad for the upcoming tour of New Zealand. Shubman Gill will captain the team for the first three ODIs, while Shreyas Iyer will take over for the last two matches.

Gill's leadership will be crucial as he prepares for the subsequent Test series after the initial three ODIs. Iyer, who has been appointed as vice-captain for these matches, will lead the squad in the fourth and fifth ODIs.

Notably, Jasprit Bumrah, a key fast bowler, has been excluded from the ODI lineup but is included in the Test squad for the tour. Additionally, veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who participated in the recent ODI series against the West Indies, is also absent from the ODI squad.

ODI Series Schedule

The five-match ODI series is set to commence in Auckland on November 4, with the second and third matches taking place in Wellington and Hamilton, respectively. The final two ODIs will be held in Mount Maunganui on November 13 and 15.

New Faces in the Squad

Fast bowler Anshul Kamboj has received his first call-up for the initial three ODIs, while wicketkeeper-batter Kumar Kushagra will join the squad for the last two matches. Prasidh Krishna's inclusion for the first three ODIs is contingent upon passing a fitness test.

Experienced Batting Line-Up

The batting order features seasoned players such as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, alongside Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Ishan Kishan, and Ruturaj Gaikwad, ensuring a strong mix of experience and depth.

Bowling Attack Overview

Mohammed Siraj will lead the bowling unit, supported by spinners Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav. Young pacers Anshul Kamboj and Gurnoor Brar are also part of the squad.

India's Test Squad for New Zealand Tour

The BCCI has also disclosed the Test squad, which will be captained by Gill, with KL Rahul serving as vice-captain.

The batting lineup includes Yashasvi Jaiswal, Devdutt Padikkal, and Sai Sudharsan, while Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel will handle wicketkeeping duties, pending Pant's fitness.

In the bowling department, the squad features Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, and Anshul Kamboj, bolstering the pace attack. All-rounders Ravindra Jadeja, Nitish Kumar Reddy, and Washington Sundar, along with spinner Kuldeep Yadav, complete the squad.

Complete Squads for the New Zealand Tour

India's ODI squad for the first three matches includes: Shubman Gill (C), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer (VC), KL Rahul (WK), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Naman Dhir, Anshul Kamboj, Gurnoor Brar, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Arshdeep Singh, Ishan Kishan (WK), Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna*, and Kuldeep Yadav.

For the fourth and fifth ODIs: Shreyas Iyer (C), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Tilak Varma, Ishan Kishan (WK, VC), Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Naman Dhir, Auqib Nabi, Gurnoor Brar, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Arshdeep Singh, Kumar Kushagra (WK), Mohammed Siraj, Yash Thakur, and Kuldeep Yadav.

India’s Test squad comprises: Shubman Gill [C], Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul [VC], Devdutt Padikkal, Rishabh Pant [WK]*, Dhruv Jurel [WK], Ravindra Jadeja, Anshul Kamboj, Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, Sai Sudharsan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, and Mohammed Siraj.