Gill says New Zealand ODIs are key preparation for 2027 World Cup
Shubman Gill stressed the New Zealand ODIs as vital 2027 World Cup preparation. Rishabh Pant will miss India A's third four-day match against New Zealand A.
Shubman Gill said the New Zealand ODIs are important preparation for the 2027 World Cup. The second ODI is scheduled for November 7 in Wellington with a 60 percent chance of rain forecast.
Rishabh Pant will miss the third India A four-day match against New Zealand A. Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja and Prasidh Krishna will play India A's final four-day match against New Zealand A, which starts on Saturday in Lincoln.
Devon Conway sustained a concussion during a training-ground collision and Nick Kelly will replace him in the New Zealand ODI squad. Matt Henry has been cleared to play after a training concussion. India won the first ODI by five wickets after New Zealand were dismissed for 185.