IND vs NZ first T20I: Reddy, Mayank return as India elects to field against New Zealand
India has elected to field first in the opening T20I match against New Zealand in Christchurch. The team has made two changes to their playing XI, bringing in Nitish Kumar Reddy and Mayank Yadav.
Why it matters
As part of a five-match series, this game is a significant indicator of team composition and strategy for the Indian cricket squad.
IND vs NZ first T20I: Reddy, Mayank return as India elects to field against New Zealand left Captain Shreyas Iyer warms up before the start of the first T20 international against New Zealand in Christchurch on October 22, 2026. AFP AFP https://th-i.thgim.com/public/sport/cricket/lczbhu/article71610466.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/ShreyasIyer.jpg SANKA VIDANAGAMA India's Shreyas Iyer warms up prior to the first T20 international cricket match between New Zealand and India at Hagley Oval in Christchurch on October 22, 2026.
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