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India retains New Zealand bowler cover plan ahead of Tests: Morkel
Morne Morkel said India plans to keep bowlers behind as cover for the Test series and will rotate them during ODIs. Arshdeep Singh is being considered for a red-ball debut.
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Apex Sports News has published 2 stories on New Zealand cricket team. The latest, on 26 Oct 2026: India retains New Zealand bowler cover plan ahead of Tests: Morkel.
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Shami not giving up hope of India recall despite New Zealand omission
Mohammed Shami, 36, was left out of India’s Test and ODI squads for the New Zealand tour and did not play for Bengal against Services in Palam. He says his absence was due to a spin-friendly pitch, not fitness, and that he still hopes for a national recall.