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India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI: Mohammed Siraj in Contention to Replace Auqib Nabi

India lead the three-match ODI series 1-0 after a five-wicket win in the rain-affected opener in Auckland.
The second ODI is scheduled for Saturday, November 7, at Hnry Stadium in Wellington.
Mohammed Siraj, who joined the squad after playing the second four-day match for India A against New Zealand A, is tipped to replace Auqib Nabi.
India’s predicted XI retains Shubman Gill as captain, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli at the top, with KL Rahul as wicketkeeper.
New Zealand’s predicted XI includes Tim Seifert, Will Young, Henry Nicholls and captain Mitchell Santner.

Virat Kohli Takes Diving Slip Catch to Remove Nathan Smith, Celebrates with Bow and Arrow Pose

Virat Kohli took a low diving catch at second slip to dismiss Nathan Smith in the 29th over of the first India-New Zealand ODI at Eden Park, Auckland, on November 4, 2026.
The catch came off Anshul Kamboj's bowling after Smith edged a full delivery outside off stump; Kohli dived to his right and held the ball just above the ground.
Smith's dismissal left New Zealand at 115/7, according to the match report.
Kohli followed the catch with a 'Bow and Arrow' celebration that drew attention in the match coverage.
Earlier, Rohit Sharma helped create another New Zealand wicket by collecting Daryl Mitchell's nudge at mid-wicket; KL Rahul completed the run-out behind the stumps.

Auqib Nabi Added to India Squad for First Three New Zealand ODIs After Prasidh Krishna Exit

The BCCI added Auqib Nabi to India's squad for the first three ODIs against New Zealand on October 31, 2026.
Nabi was originally selected only for the fourth and fifth ODIs, but is now available from the series opener on November 4 in Auckland.
Prasidh Krishna was ruled out of the five-match series after failing to obtain fitness clearance while recovering from a hamstring injury.
Nabi made his ODI debut against the West Indies in Guwahati in September 2026.
The 29-year-old right-arm pacer took six wickets across two innings in an India A unofficial Test against New Zealand A at Lincoln.

Auqib Nabi Set for India ODI Call-Up as Prasidh Krishna Misses New Zealand Series

Prasidh Krishna is expected to miss the five-match ODI series against New Zealand beginning November 4.
Krishna is recovering from a left hamstring injury sustained during the home ODI series against West Indies.
A BCCI source told PTI that Krishna has match simulation and fitness tests scheduled for November 1 and 2 in Bengaluru.
Jammu and Kashmir fast bowler Auqib Nabi is reported to be in line for the squad place.
Nabi impressed in the first unofficial red-ball match between India A and New Zealand A in Lincoln.

Did you know? Facts about Auqib Nabi

Arshdeep Singh and Gurnoor Brar shared seven wickets in India’s first-ODI win, according to the report. Read the story →
The predicted India XI includes Naman Dhir and Anshul Kamboj alongside the established batting core. Read the story →
Siraj’s possible inclusion follows his appearance for India A in a four-day match against New Zealand A. Read the story →
The Indian Express article’s New Zealand predicted XI names Tim Seifert, while its separate Games 1-3 squad list does not include him; the published team sheet will clarify the discrepancy. Read the story →
Kohli was stationed at second slip when he took the catch, rather than in the outfield. Read the story →
The wicket was Anshul Kamboj's breakthrough in the middle overs, with Kohli completing the chance close to the ground. Read the story →
The 'Bow and Arrow' pose was the celebration reported after the catch, distinct from Kohli's more familiar animated fist-pumping reactions. Read the story →
Rohit Sharma's contribution to Daryl Mitchell's run-out came six overs before Kohli's catch, in the 22nd over. Read the story →
Nabi's inclusion means he is now part of India's squad for all five ODIs, rather than only the final two matches as first announced. Read the story →
The BCCI's original October 16 squad announcement had made Prasidh Krishna's selection conditional on fitness clearance. Read the story →
Nabi featured in the first unofficial Test between India A and New Zealand A in Lincoln shortly before the squad update. Read the story →
Nabi took three wickets in New Zealand A’s second innings in the first unofficial red-ball game, according to PTI reports. Read the story →

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India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI: Wellington Weather, Team Strengths and Weaknesses, Predicted XIs

India lead the ODI series 1-0 as they face New Zealand in the second ODI at Wellington’s Hnry Stadium on November 7. With afternoon showers forecast, Mohammed Siraj in contention for India and Matt Henry available for New Zealand, the match promises an intriguing contest.

India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI: Mohammed Siraj in Contention to Replace Auqib Nabi

India are expected to retain most of the side that took a 1-0 lead in the ODI series, with Mohammed Siraj in contention to replace Auqib Nabi for the Wellington match. New Zealand are also weighing a possible change in their pace attack, according to the predicted line-ups.

Virat Kohli Takes Diving Slip Catch to Remove Nathan Smith, Celebrates with Bow and Arrow Pose

Virat Kohli produced a sharp low catch at second slip to dismiss Nathan Smith in India's first ODI against New Zealand in Auckland. The catch off Anshul Kamboj reduced New Zealand to 115/7 and was followed by Kohli's 'Bow and Arrow' celebration.

Auqib Nabi Added to India Squad for First Three New Zealand ODIs After Prasidh Krishna Exit

India have brought Auqib Nabi into the squad for the opening three ODIs against New Zealand after Prasidh Krishna was ruled out with a hamstring injury. Nabi was already named for the final two matches.

Auqib Nabi Set for India ODI Call-Up as Prasidh Krishna Misses New Zealand Series

Prasidh Krishna is set to miss India’s five-match ODI series against New Zealand while recovering from a hamstring injury. Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi is expected to take his place after impressing for India A, though the latest reports say the selection change was not yet officially announce

Devdutt Padikkal Hits Career-Best India A Score With Century Against New Zealand A

Devdutt Padikkal struck his 12th first-class century and passed 150 for his highest India A score, while a 215-run stand with Sai Sudharsan revived India A against New Zealand A in Lincoln.

India A Struggle After 113 All Out as New Zealand A Build First-Innings Lead in Lincoln

India A were bowled out for 113 in the first unofficial Test at Lincoln, with Yash Rathod making 44 and Simon Keene taking five wickets. New Zealand A responded strongly and were building a substantial first-innings lead on Day 2.

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