India’s ODI Squad Surprises With Maiden Call-Ups For Naman Dhir And Auqib Nabi
· Sports · Indian Express, Times of India, Cricbuzz
India’s ODI squad for the upcoming series against West Indies includes maiden call-ups Naman Dhir and Auqib Nabi, replacing multi-format stars. Dhir, a Mumbai Indians star with limited ODI experience, scored a record 173 in the Punjab T20 League, while Nabi recently earned a Test call-up. Out-of-favour batter Hanuma Vihari questioned Dhir’s inclusion, citing lack of consistent domestic performance, though the selection committee cited his dual role as a batter and bowler. The series begins in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27, with matches also scheduled in Guwahati and Chandigarh.
Why it matters
The inclusion of Dhir and Nabi reshapes India’s ODI lineup, potentially impacting team dynamics and performance in the series against West Indies. Fans and pundits will closely watch how these newcomers adapt, especially given the overlapping schedule with the Asian Games.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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