India Star Player to Pay Out of Pocket for 5 Personal Net Bowlers While Preparing for NZ vs IND 2026 Series: Reports

India star player to pay out of pocket for 5 personal net bowlers while preparing for NZ vs IND 2026 series: Reports

India captain Shubman Gill is reportedly planning to take along up to five personal net bowlers with him in New Zealand as part of intense preparations for the upcoming ODI and Test series.

Shubman Gill To Take Personal Net Bowlers To New Zealand, Foots Entire Bill Himself: Report

Shubman Gill faces a challenging assignment in New Zealand, where conditions are expected to test his technique and temperament.

Shubman Gill Going The Extra Mile For New Zealand Tests? India Captain's Personal Red-Ball Preparation Plan Revealed

Shubman Gill will take four to five personal net bowlers to New Zealand at his own expense. He is also expected to play Punjab’s Ranji Trophy match against Chhattisgarh before departing

Gill takes unusual step to gear up for New Zealand

India Test captain Shubman Gill is taking an unprecedented step to prepare for the upcoming red-ball series in New Zealand by personally funding four to five net bowlers to accompany him on the tour. This move highlights his dedication to Test cricket, especially as he balances ODI commitments and skips India A matches, opting instead for a Ranji Trophy fixture before his early departure to acclimatise.

Shubman Gill to pay out of pocket for 5 personal net bowlers on New Zealand tour

India Test captain Shubman Gill is leaving no stone unturned in his preparations for the upcoming red-ball challenge in New Zealand, with the skipper set to take four to five personal net bowlers on the tour and cover all their expenses himself.