Mount Maunganui, November 12: New Zealand has made changes to its ODI squad ahead of the fourth match against India, scheduled for Friday, November 13, in Mount Maunganui. Brett Randall has been added to the squad for the last two ODIs, marking his first selection in the New Zealand international team. Additionally, Josh Clarkson has been included for the fifth and final ODI. With injuries affecting the team, New Zealand hopes that Randall will get the opportunity to debut against India in the fourth ODI. Currently, India leads the ODI series 2-0, with the third match in Hamilton being abandoned due to rain after India won the first two matches.

Brett Randall’s Experience

At 31 years old, Brett Randall is an experienced bowler with 145 professional matches under his belt. He has also played five matches for New Zealand A. The Kiwi team is keen to give him a chance directly against India in the fourth ODI, especially after he recently returned from playing in the County Championship with Derbyshire.

New Zealand is grappling with injury concerns for several key players, including pacers Lockie Ferguson and Blair Tickner. Additionally, many of their red-ball stars are currently preparing for the upcoming ICC World Test Championship series against India.

Coach’s Confidence in Randall

New Zealand coach Rob Walter stated that Randall deserves his first call-up and believes that if selected, the 31-year-old will perform exceptionally well.

New Zealand’s Squad for the Last Two ODIs

Squad for the Fourth ODI

Mitchell Santner (C), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Christian Clark, Jacob Duffy, Matt Fisher, Dean Foxcroft, Mitch Hay (WK), Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Nick Kelly, Brett Randall, Tim Seifert (WK), Will Young

Squad for the Fifth ODI

Mitchell Santner (C), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Christian Clark, Josh Clarkson, Jacob Duffy, Matt Fisher, Dean Foxcroft, Mitch Hay (WK), Nick Kelly, Brett Randall, Tim Seifert (WK), Blair Tickner, Will Young