The Black Caps’ squads for the upcoming ODI and T20I series against India have been officially announced, with the action set to begin on January 11. A notable absentee is Kane Williamson, who will be unavailable for the series due to his participation in the SA20 league. This presents an opportunity for Jayden Lennox, who has earned his maiden international call-up following a string of strong performances in New Zealand’s domestic competitions. The coaching staff has been monitoring Lennox’s progress, seeing him as a player with significant potential. The squads also reflect the unavailability of several players due to injury for the ODI leg, though some are expected to return for the T20Is. Michael Bracewell is named captain for the ODI series, and Mitchell Santner will lead the T20I team. These selections indicate New Zealand’s strategic approach to building depth and giving opportunities to promising talent as they prepare for a challenging series in India.
