India squad announced for NZ Test series, Jasprit Bumrah named Vice-Captain

Mumbai: The Men’s Selection Committee has named a 15-member cricket team for India’s upcoming three-match IDFC FIRST Bank Test series against New Zealand.

The series will see India's best players competing to maintain their strong home record against New Zealand.

Rohit Sharma will lead the team, but a significant point of focus will be on Jasprit Bumrah, who has been named vice-captain.

The pace spearhead, known for his precision and lethal deliveries, will be expected to guide the young pace unit, alongside taking on additional leadership responsibilities. His form will be vital for India’s chances in the series.

Along with Bumrah, the squad boasts a mix of experienced players and promising young talents. Virat Kohli, Ravichandran Ashwin, and Ravindra Jadeja add depth, while Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sarfaraz Khan bring youthful energy to the side.

KL Rahul returns to bolster the middle order, while Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel have been named as wicketkeepers.

India’s spin attack remains formidable with Ashwin, Jadeja, Axar Patel, and Kuldeep Yadav, while Bumrah will lead the pace battery supported by Mohd. Siraj and Akash Deep.

India’s squad for the three Tests against New Zealand:

Rohit Sharma (C), Jasprit Bumrah (VC), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Sarfaraz Khan, Rishabh Pant (WK), Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammad Siraj, Akash Deep.

The series is set to kick off later this month.