Uncapped Brett Randell included in NZ squad for India ODIs
What's the story
New Zealand Cricket has included uncapped pacer Brett Randell in their squad for the fourth and fifth ODIs against India. The 31-year-old recently completed a County Championship season with Derbyshire and is likely to make his international debut during this series. His selection comes after a string of injuries, particularly in the fast-bowling department. New Zealand currently trail the five-match series 0-2, with the next game in Mount Maunganui.
Coach's comment
Rob Walter on Randell's selection
New Zealand head coach Rob Walter expressed his delight at Randell's selection, saying it's always special when a player gets their first international call-up.
He emphasized that Randell has been a consistent performer in domestic cricket for some time and truly deserves this opportunity.
Walter also spoke about the changes made throughout the series due to injuries but feels lucky to have brought in both Randell and Josh Clarkson.
Information
A look at Randell's career
Randell, the 31-year-old pacer, plays for Central Districts. He currently has 100 wickets from 55 List A games at an average of 22.72 (ER: 5.14). The tally includes 4 five-wicket hauls. Randell recently featured for NZ A against India A.
Squad updates
Clarkson also added to NZ squad
Along with Randell, Central Districts all-rounder Josh Clarkson has also been added to New Zealand's squad for the fifth ODI.
Clarkson currently has 2,547 runs and 80 wickets from 111 List A matches.
The Black Caps have also made some changes to their coaching staff, with Northern Districts pathway coach Mitch Renwick and strength & conditioning coach Corey Mileys joining Walter and Martin Guptill for these ODIs.
Squads
Here are the squads
Squad for 4th ODI: Mitchell Santner (captain), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Kristian Clarke, Jacob Duffy, Matt Fisher, Dean Foxcroft, Mitch Hay (wicket-keeper), Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Nick Kelly, Brett Randell, Tim Seifert (wicket-keeper), and Will Young.
Squad for 5th ODI: Mitchell Santner (captain), Finn Allen, Michael Bracewell, Kristian Clarke, Josh Clarkson, Jacob Duffy, Matt Fisher, Dean Foxcroft, Mitch Hay (wicket-keeper), Nick Kelly, Brett Randell, Tim Seifert (wicket-keeper), Blair Tickner, and Will Young.