India's Predicted XI for New Zealand T20I series
The Men in Blue have never won a T20I series in New Zealand. Hence, the five-match T20I series is a big opportunity for Kohli and Co to script history.
11. Navdeep Saini
Navdeep Saini’s stocks have shot up quite a bit over the last couple of months. After an impressive showing in the domestic white-ball tournaments, the Delhi fast bowler made a comeback in the ODI and T20 squads against West Indies in the third ODI. He continued to be a part of the XI in most games since then.
Saini impressed in his debut ODI as he picked up 2/58 against a rampaging West Indian batting line-up. Meanwhile, he was awarded the man of the series against Sri Lanka in a three-match T20I series. He picked five wickets from two games and bowled with great fire and intent. He continued that in the ODI series against Australia and had a decent impact.
While Saini was inconsistent, he was impressive as well. His ability to nail the yorker at pace at the death was excellent. Hence, India will be hoping he can continue his good form and a few good outings could help Saini move up the pecking order amongst fast bowlers.
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