New Zealand have unveiled a formidable 14-member squad for their upcoming two-match Test series against India in the ICC World Test Championship, with experienced opener Tom Latham set to lead the Black Caps. The series is scheduled to get underway in Wellington on November 19, with New Zealand looking to build on their impressive performances in the ongoing World Test Championship cycle.

There have been inclusions of Tom Blundell (quadricep), Devon Conway (concussion), and Rachin Ravindra (shoulder) in the squad despite all three dealing with fitness concerns. The upcoming Test series between India and New Zealand will be the first since their memorable encounter in 2024, when the Black Caps swept India 3-0 on Indian soil. The squad also includes the likes of Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, and Glenn Phillips.

“This series marks the start of an exciting summer of Test cricket for the Black Caps,” New Zealand head coach Rob Walter said.

“The squad is largely consistent with the team that competed in England earlier this year, so it’ll be great to be back together to try and recreate some of that success on home soil.”

“We’ve experienced great crowds so far during the white-ball series and we’re really looking forward to having that support during the Tests. There are 10 Tests scheduled between now and March, so there’s no shortage of action for red-ball fans.”

“Valuable Championship points are on the line of course, but our focus remains on playing our best cricket against a high-quality team like India."

New Zealand squad: Tom Latham (c), Tom Blundell, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Nathan Smith, Blair Tickner, Will Young

Fixtures:

1st Test - November 19-23 - Wellington

2nd Test - November 27-December 2 - Christchurch