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New Zealand Squad vs India T20Is Series Announced (Source: AFP)
In a significant development, New Zealand have announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series against India, with Mitchell Santner named as the captain.
The series is set to begin on October 22, 2026, and will be the opening part of India's long multi-format tour of New Zealand.
The biggest absence from the New Zealand squad is Rachin Ravindra. The all-rounder has been ruled out of the T20I series after dislocating his right shoulder during a promotional shoot last week.
His absence will be a setback for New Zealand, while Bevon Jacobs has been included in the squad and could take Ravindra's place in the team.
Rachin Ravindra Ruled Out Of New Zealand Squad vs India T20Is; Adam Milne Included
It is important to note that New Zealand star Rachin Ravindra has been ruled out of the much-awaited IND vs NZ T20I series.
"Ravindra’s rehabilitation is expected to take around six weeks, with an aim to be available for the ODI series against India starting at Eden Park in Auckland on November 4." NZC said.
The Black Caps have included 13 players from the team that reached the T20 World Cup 2026 final against India. Michael Bracewell and Adam Milne are also back in the New Zealand squad vs India T20Is after missing the World Cup because of injuries.
It is worth noting that Adam Milne last played for the team against Zimbabwe more than a year ago.
Taking a look at the pace attack for the New Zealand squad vs India T20Is, they have included Matt Henry, Lockie Ferguson, Kyle Jamieson and Jacob Duffy.
Young fast bowlers Zak Foulkes and Nathan Smith are also part of the group. Ben Sears has not been selected as he is still recovering from an ankle injury.
In the batting unit for the India T20Is series, New Zealand have included Finn Allen, Tim Seifert and Devon Conway as the openers. At the same time, Glenn Phillips, Daryl Mitchell, and Glenn Phillips complete the the middle order.
Looking at the players in the New Zealand Squad vs India T20Is, Tim Seifert has scored the most runs against India in T20Is. The stylish player has scored 477 runs in 16 matches at an average of 34.07 and a strike rate of 152.88. Daryl Mitchell has also scored 383 runs in 20 matches at a strike rate of 148.44.
Captain Mitchell Santner has taken 23 wickets in 27 matches at an economy rate of 7.79 vs India in T20Is.
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India Tour Of New Zealand 2026 T20I Series Schedule
The five-match T20I series will be played across four venues. The first two matches will be held at Hagley Oval in Christchurch, with the opening T20I scheduled for October 22 and the second match on October 24.
The teams will then travel to Wellington for the third T20I at Sky Stadium on October 27. The fourth match will be played at Eden Park in Auckland on October 30, while the series will conclude with the fifth T20I at Seddon Park in Hamilton on November 1.
| Match | Date | Venue |
| 1st T20I | Thursday, October 22 | |
| 2nd T20I | Saturday, October 24 | |
| 3rd T20I | Tuesday, October 27 | |
| 4th T20I | Friday, October 30 | |
| 5th T20I | Sunday, November 1 |
The T20I series is the first part of India’s 12-match tour of New Zealand. The tour will also include five ODIs and two Tests.
New Zealand Squad For India T20Is
Mitchell Santner (C), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Lockie Ferguson, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Bevon Jacobs, Kyle Jamieson, Adam Milne, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Tim Seifert and Nathan Smith.
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