Jayden Lennox Earns Maiden Call-Up as NZ Squads for India Tour Announced

New Zealand has finalized its squads for the upcoming white-ball tour of India, featuring a three-match ODI series and a five-match T20I series beginning January 11. The major news is the omission of Kane Williamson, who has opted to participate in the SA20 tournament. This move paves the way for the inclusion of Jayden Lennox, who has been rewarded with his first international call-up for his outstanding domestic white-ball performances. New Zealand’s head coach, Rob Walter, noted that Lennox has been on the team’s radar for a while and possesses the potential to become a regular for the Black Caps. Additionally, several key players are sidelined due to injuries and fitness concerns, impacting the ODI selection. Mark Chapman, however, is anticipated to be fit for the T20Is. Michael Bracewell takes the captaincy for the ODI team, while Mitchell Santner will lead the T20I side. These squad announcements highlight New Zealand’s focus on both current form and future prospects for the India tour.