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India are set to face New Zealand in the fourth ODI of the five-match series on November 13, 2026, at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui. Ahead of the match, Team India have made several major changes to their squad for the final two games.
Captain Shubman Gill, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul and a few other players have been released from the squad. Shreyas Iyer has been appointed captain for the remaining matches, while Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma and Yash Thakur have been included in the team.
These changes have raised an important question among cricket fans: Will Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma also miss the fourth and fifth ODIs against New Zealand?
The answer is no. Both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will remain part of India's squad for the final two matches. Their experience will be important as India prepare to compete with a revised team combination.
India vs New Zealand 4th ODI: Will Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma Play?
The availability of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma has become a major talking point following the latest changes in India's squad.
However, both senior batters have been retained for the remaining matches of the ODI series. They are available for the fourth and fifth ODIs against New Zealand and are expected to strengthen India's batting lineup.
Their presence will provide valuable experience to the team, especially with Shreyas Iyer taking over the captaincy for the final two matches.
Shreyas Iyer Replaces Shubman Gill as Captain for Last Two ODIs
With Shubman Gill unavailable for the remaining matches, Shreyas Iyer has been given the responsibility of leading Team India.
Iyer will captain the side in the fourth ODI on November 13 and the fifth ODI on November 15. This will be an important opportunity for him to showcase his leadership skills.
Meanwhile, wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan, Tilak Varma and Yash Thakur have also been included in the squad for the final two matches.
Why Were Shubman Gill and KL Rahul Released from India's ODI Squad?
The major changes in India's squad have been made while keeping the upcoming Test series in mind.
The fifth and final ODI against New Zealand will take place on November 15, while the Test series is scheduled to begin on November 19.
With a short gap between the two series, the team management has decided to release some key players to give them additional preparation time.
This decision will allow the players to focus on red-ball cricket and prepare for the challenges of the upcoming Test series.
India vs New Zealand 4th ODI: Match Date, Venue and Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs New Zealand, 4th ODI |
| Date | November 13, 2026 |
| Venue | Bay Oval, Mount Maunganui |
| Indian Captain | Shreyas Iyer |
| Format | One-Day International |
| Series | India Tour of New Zealand |
India's Updated Squad for 4th ODI: Check Full List of Players
Here is the updated Indian squad for the fourth ODI against New Zealand:
- Shreyas Iyer (Captain)
- Rohit Sharma
- Virat Kohli
- Tilak Varma
- Naman Dhir
- Ruturaj Gaikwad
- Axar Patel
- Ishan Kishan (Wicketkeeper)
- Kumar Kushagra (Wicketkeeper)
- Aqib Nabi Dar
- Gurnoor Brar
- Arshdeep Singh
- Mohammed Siraj
- Yash Thakur
- Kuldeep Yadav
Can Team India Win the Remaining Two ODIs Against New Zealand?
India will enter the fourth ODI with a revised squad under Shreyas Iyer's leadership. The absence of Shubman Gill and KL Rahul will create opportunities for other players to prove their abilities.
However, the presence of experienced batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will provide stability to India's batting lineup. Young players such as Tilak Varma, Ishan Kishan and Yash Thakur will also be keen to make the most of their opportunities.
All eyes will be on India's new combination and Shreyas Iyer's captaincy as the team prepares for the fourth ODI at Bay Oval.
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