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As a result, he missed both the ODI and T20I series against India. NEW DELHI: New Zealand have announced their squad for the two-Test series against India, with Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra and Tom Blundell making the cut despite fitness concerns.
Head coach Rob Walter said the team would aim to build on its success in England. “The squad is largely consistent with the team that competed in England earlier this year, so it’ll be great to be back together to try and recreate some of that success on home soil,” Walter said. All three players are hoping to be ready for the opening Test next week. Ravindra, meanwhile, has not played since dislocating his shoulder during a promotional shoot in September. The all-rounder suffered the injury while attempting a diving catch. Blundell is also working his way back to fitness. The wicketkeeper-batter is recovering from a quadricep injury and has featured in just one domestic match since June.
Conway suffered a concussion following a collision with fast bowler Matt Henry during a training session before the ODI series against India. The opener is now trying to regain full fitness before the first Test.