New Zealand squad for T20I series vs India: Santner named captain, Williamson rested
The HinduVeteran all-rounder Mitchell Santner will captain New Zealand for the three-match T20I series against India this month, with left-arm swing bowler Ben Lister earning his maiden call-up in the squad announced on Thursday. Lister’s inclusion in the squad comes after he made his New Zealand A debut in India late last year. Among the range of players still relatively new to international cricket are all-rounder Henry Shipley, who made his international debut in the ODI series against Pakistan, and leg-spinner Michael Rippon, who made his debut against Scotland during last year’s European Tour. We all felt for Ben after his tour ended the way it did last year, and it’s a testament to his work ethic that he’s been able to return to domestic cricket so strongly this season.” Larsen said Santner had impressed in his previous opportunities as captain of the T20 team.