New Zealand Test squad for India series: Rachin returns as Kiwis name 14-man team

New Zealand has announced a 14-man squad captained by Tom Latham for their upcoming two-match Test series against India. The opening match begins on November 19 at the Basin Reserve in Wellington, followed by the second Test starting November 27 at Hagley Oval in Christchurch. Key batters Rachin Ravindra, Devon Conway, and Tom Blundell have returned to the squad after recovering from injuries.

Fast bowlers Will O'Rourke and Ben Sears will miss the series through injury, prompting the inclusion of seamer Jacob Duffy. The series holds significant stakes for the World Test Championship, with New Zealand currently leading the standings on a 72.22 points percentage, while India sits fourth with 51.52 percent.