
Ruturaj Gaikwad Out! India's Likely Playing XI For 1st ODI vs New Zealand
What Happened?
India will face New Zealand in the first ODI on November 4. Ruturaj Gaikwad's position in the playing XI is uncertain as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli return.
Key points
- India won the recent T20I series against New Zealand 3-2.
- The ODI series will run from November 4 to 15.
- Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will return for the ODI series.
- Shubman Gill and Rohit Sharma are confirmed openers for the first three ODIs.
- Ruturaj Gaikwad is likely to lose his spot in the playing XI.
- KL Rahul will be the wicketkeeper for the ODI series.
- Arshdeep Singh will lead the pace attack in Mohammed Siraj's absence.
Key insights
- Ruturaj Gaikwad's exclusion may affect team dynamics and morale.
- The return of experienced players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli could strengthen India's batting lineup.
- The performance in this ODI series may influence selections for future matches.
Why it matters
The selection of the playing XI could impact India's performance in the ODI series against New Zealand.
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