Arshdeep Could Make Test Debut as India Plans NZ Tour Rotation
India will keep backup fast bowlers in New Zealand as it manages a packed schedule, with Arshdeep Singh in contention for a Test debut.
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India plan bowling backups for New Zealand Tests, Arshdeep in contention for red-ball debut
India plans to retain several bowlers as backup for the upcoming Test series in New Zealand. Bowling coach Morne Morkel emphasized the importance of a workload management strategy for players. Arshdeep Singh, a white-ball specialist, is being considered for his potential debut in red-ball cricket. Bowlers will be rotated in one-day internationals to prepare them adequately for Tests. The two-match Test series is scheduled to begin on November 19.
India Coach Hints At Test Inclusion For 100 T20I Veteran Pacer, Arshdeep Singh, In New Zealand Series
Across 24 red-ball outings in domestic cricket, Arshdeep has taken 73 wickets at an average of 30.71, with a four-wicket haul and two five-wicket hauls to his name, with best figures of 6/40.
Arshdeep a part of those conversations: Morkel confirms left-arm pacer part of Indias Test plans - The Tribune
Arshdeep completed his 100 T20Is during the second T20I against New Zealand at Hagley Oval, Christchurch, taking two wickets. Arshdeep has largely been a T20I specialist for India and is just two wickets away from becoming India's first-ever bowler to reach the 150 T20I wickets milestone. With 30 wickets in 18 ODIs, including a five-wicket haul, Arshdeep has shown promise in a longer format, but has still not received his Test debut yet.
Bowling coach Morne Morkel has hinted that Arshdeep Singh may be considered for the Test team. The player has been included in the list of backup bowlers for the Test series against New Zealand.
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