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IND vs NZ 5th T20I: Will Sooryavanshi, Kuldeep feature in the final T20I?

India has an unassailable 3-1 lead, but the World champions would certainly not want to sign off with a defeat after dominating the early part of the five-match series…

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 3:38 AM
IND vs NZ 5th T20I: Will Sooryavanshi, Kuldeep feature in the final T20I?
Key Things to Know
  • India is considering tactical lineup changes, including selecting Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Kuldeep Yadav, for the final T20I against New Zealand.
  • India holds an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match series despite losing the fourth T20I by 87 runs.
  • Bringing in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could potentially leave out wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson.
The Story in 60 Seconds

India's team management is considering tactical changes to their playing XI for the fifth and final T20I against New Zealand in Hamilton on Sunday. Despite holding an unassailable 3-1 series lead, India is assessing potential inclusions such as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Kuldeep Yadav following an 87-run defeat in Auckland.

Potential lineup adjustments could see Sooryavanshi replace Sanju Samson, while Kuldeep Yadav or Varun Chakaravarthy might enter the bowling attack if Naman Dhir is benched. New Zealand enters the final match following strong performances from century-maker Glenn Phillips and half-centurion Michael Bracewell.

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