Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi has been added to India’s squad for the upcoming New Zealand series, replacing injured fast bowler Prasidh Krishna. Nabi was initially named only for the fourth and fifth matches, but the Men’s Selection Committee has now moved him into the group for the start of the five-match series.
The promotion for Nabi follows an injury setback for Prasidh Krishna, who has been ruled out of the entire ODI series due to a hamstring injury. Prasidh sustained the injury during the second ODI against the West Indies in Guwahati, where he bowled five overs and claimed one wicket for 45 runs before leaving the field.
The 30-year-old fast bowler was initially named in India’s squad subject to fitness assessments. However, with the team management keen to ensure his full recovery for the upcoming Test series, Prasidh will not travel for the 50-over matches.
Key Points Of The Auqib Nabi India ODI Squad
- Auqib Nabi joins the India squad for the first three ODIs, expanding his inclusion to the full five-match series against New Zealand.
- Prasidh Krishna is ruled out of the ODI series due to a hamstring injury sustained during the second ODI against the West Indies in Guwahati.
- India’s updated squad for the first three matches is captained by Shubman Gill, with Shreyas Iyer serving as vice-captain.
- The five-match ODI series against New Zealand is scheduled to begin on November 4.
Selection And Squad Updates For New Zealand Series
Auqib Nabi emerged as a strong replacement option after delivering impressive performances during India A’s red-ball series against New Zealand A. His three-wicket haul in the first unofficial Test at Lincoln, along with the effective seam movement he generated, drew the attention of touring selectors Pragyan Ojha and Ajay Ratra.
With Nabi moving into the squad for the opening encounters, India’s updated group for the first three matches will be led by Shubman Gill, with Shreyas Iyer serving as vice-captain. The team also features Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Ishan Kishan.
The updated 16-member squad for the first three ODIs comprises Shubman Gill as captain, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer as vice-captain, KL Rahul as wicketkeeper, Axar Patel, Naman Dhir, Anshul Kamboj, Gurnoor Brar, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Arshdeep Singh, Ishan Kishan as wicketkeeper, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Nitish Kumar Reddy for the first ODI only, and Auqib Nabi.
Nabi will also retain his place in the squad for the fourth and fifth ODIs. The squad for the final two matches will be led by Iyer, with players such as Tilak Varma and Kumar Kushagra included for that leg of the series.
Pace Attack Dynamics And Test Focus
The absence of Prasidh Krishna presents a challenge for India’s ODI planning, but the team management is prioritising his rehabilitation for the red-ball assignments. Prasidh played a crucial role in India’s drawn Test series in England, capturing 32 wickets across nine matches and making a notable contribution in the final fixture at The Oval.
India enters the 50-over contests with a relatively inexperienced pace attack alongside Auqib Nabi. Arshdeep Singh and Anshul Kamboj carry limited international experience, leaving Mohammed Siraj as the only frontline pacer in the squad with more than 50 ODI appearances, while Jasprit Bumrah has been rested to focus on Test matches.
The five-match ODI series between India and New Zealand commences on November 4.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Auqib Nabi added to the India ODI squad?
Auqib Nabi was added to India’s squad for the first three ODIs and the entire New Zealand series after fast bowler Prasidh Krishna was ruled out due to a hamstring injury.
Who is captaining India for the first three ODIs against New Zealand?
Shubman Gill captains India for the first three ODIs against New Zealand, with Shreyas Iyer serving as vice-captain for that leg of the series.
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