India's Predicted Squad For Tests vs New Zealand: Mayank Yadav in Line For Red-Ball Debut?

India vs New Zealand: In a little over a week, India host New Zealand in a three-match Test series and there is much-speculation already over the squad. While the squad is set to be majorly the same that featured against Bangladesh , there could be a few additions. Without a doubt, Rohit Sharma leads the side and he would open the batting with Yashasvi Jaiswal. Again, at No. 3, after some good performances, would be Shubman Gill. Virat Kohli would stick to his preferred No. 4 spot. Rishabh Pant , whose batting has given a different dimension to the Indian side, would bat at No. 5 - just after Kohli. 

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Will Shami Feature in the Tests vs NZ? 

There is much speculation over Shami's participation. There were reports that the veteran pacer, who was recovering from an injury, has again gotten injured. But, soon after this story picked up, Shami took to social media and clarified his status. It is going to be interesting to see if Shami is going to get picked in the India squad or not. 

What About Rajdhani Express? 

Delhi-born pacer Mayank Yadav has made waves in the cricketing circuit just after making his international debut against Bangladesh . Now the question is, will he get a look-in for the Tests versus New Zealand. There is a high chance he may get picked. 

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India's Predicted Test Squad For New Zealand Series: Rohit Sharma (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli , Rishabh Pant , KL Rahul , Sarfaraz Khan, Ravichandran Ashwin , Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah , Mohammed Siraj, Akash Deep, Mayank Yadav/Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel,