New Zealand’s women’s cricket team has announced their squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against India in Ahmedabad. The 15-member squad includes uncapped wicketkeeper-batter Polly Inglis, who impressed during the domestic one-day tournament for Otago Sparks, as well as middle-order batter Lauren Down, who is making a return to the team after a maternity break.
Sophie Devine will continue to lead the team, having stepped down from the T20I captaincy after the recent T20 World Cup. The squad sees pacer Rosemary Mair being rested and off-spinner Leigh Kasperek being left out, making it the only changes from the T20 World Cup-winning squad.
Head coach Ben Sawyer expressed his excitement about introducing Inglis to the team, highlighting her performances in domestic and New Zealand A series matches. He emphasized that the ODI series against India will serve as good preparation for the upcoming ODI World Cup next year in India.
Following their T20 World Cup triumph, the New Zealand women’s team has now set their sights on the next challenge in India. They left the UAE for Ahmedabad on Monday, aiming to maintain their winning momentum in the ODI series.
The squad for the India ODIs includes players like Suzie Bates, Maddy Green, Jess Kerr, Amelia Kerr, and Lea Tahuhu, among others. With a mix of experienced players and exciting new talents, the White Ferns are gearing up for another series of thrilling cricket action.
