New Zealand announces WODI squad to tour India; Polly Inglis gets the first call

New Zealand cricket announced the ODI squad for the White Ferns ahead of their upcoming tour India. The squad includes an exciting addition, with uncapped wicketkeeper Polly Inglis getting her first call-up.

Inglis, 28, was honored for his performance in the Hallyburton Johnstone Shield one-day tournament and his contributions for New Zealand A against England A. His selection marks a significant step in his career, as he aims to make his international debut. this trip.

Changes to the White Ferns squad

Inglis’ inclusion comes as part of a number of changes to the squad that recently competed in the T20 World Cup, where The White Ferns emerged victorious. Lauren Down returns to the squad after a maternity break, while pace bowler Rosemary Mair has been rested to recover from a long-term injury. Late spinner Leigh Kasperek is also not in the ODI squad.

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Head coach Ben Sawyer expressed his excitement to introduce Inglis to the team. “We are very excited to introduce Polly on her first tour. He had his hand in last season’s Hallyburton Johnstone Shield and the entire New Zealand A series against England, so it’s a great next step for him.” he said in his official statement.

Sawyer emphasized that the tour will serve as an important preparation for next year’s ODI World Cup in India.

Tour schedule

The White Ferns will play three ODIs against India at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad:

• 1st ODI: October 24
• 2nd ODI: October 27
• 3rd ODI: October 29

New Zealand ODI squad to tour India

Sophie Devine (c), Suzie Bates, Eden Carson, Lauren Down, Izzy Gaze, Maddy Green, Brooke Halliday, Polly Inglis, Fran Jonas, Jess Kerr, Melie Kerr, Molly Penfold, Georgia Plimmer, Hannah Rowe, Lea Tahuhu

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