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Just 11 ODIs Between Them! India's Bowling Gamble In NZ

India’s ODI squad faces a critical test in New Zealand, where an inexperienced bowling lineup will take the field against a formidable Kiwi side. With just 11 combined ODIs among Gurnoor Brar, Anshul Kamboj, Auqib Nabi, and Yash Thakur, the team’s attack lacks depth, compounded by early departures of key bowlers Mohammed Siraj and Nitish Kumar Reddy for Test preparations.

Arshdeep Singh, the most seasoned spinner with 18 ODIs, will anchor the attack, but the selection of a third seamer remains uncertain, given Brar’s high economy rate and the raw international experience of Kamboj and Nabi. The series also marks the first time these bowlers will compete in New Zealand, adding pressure to an already depleted unit as they aim to counter New Zealand’s batting strength in a five-match ODI series starting Wednesday.

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