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Gill Poised to Lead India vs New Zealand With Iyer Out as Selectors Meet Jan. 3

Workload management before India’s upcoming T20 stretch is shaping the selections.

Overview

  • The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee is slated to meet online on January 3 to finalise the ODI squad, according to BCCI-sourced reports.
  • The three ODIs are scheduled for January 11 in Vadodara, January 14 in Rajkot and January 18 in Indore, with a team camp reportedly set for January 7 in Vadodara.
  • Reports indicate Shubman Gill has recovered from a neck issue and is expected to return as ODI captain for the New Zealand series.
  • Vice-captain Shreyas Iyer will continue rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence and is not expected to be picked, per multiple reports.
  • Selectors are likely to rest Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah to manage workloads, while discussions persist over the backup wicketkeeper options.