Last Updated: November 2, 2026 07:50 PM
Injuries have forced the hosts to rethink their plans before a big series. We outline who is out and who comes in below.
New Zealand Players Ruled Out of NZ vs India ODIs
Mark Chapman and Rachin Ravindra will miss all five matches against India. The series begins in Auckland on November 4, 2026, so New Zealand must adjust quickly.
Chapman has a hamstring injury, and his recovery is taking longer than expected. He likely needs about two more weeks before he returns to action. His absence removes an experienced option from the middle order.
Ravindra is recovering from a shoulder injury and has not regained full white-ball fitness. The team management does not want to put extra pressure on his recovery.
His fitness for the two-match Test series against India also matters greatly..
Ruled Out Players:
- Mark Chapman
- Rachin Ravindra
Who Replaces Them in the Squad
Selectors first picked Tim Seifert for the final two matches, but he now joins all five. Henry Nicholls joins for the first three games after scoring a Ford Trophy century for Canterbury.
Nicholls adds form and experience, which gives the batting group fresh options. Dean Foxcroft joins for the fourth and fifth matches, bringing international experience.
Matt Henry and the Coach’s View
Matt Henry will join the squad for a fitness assessment before the opening match. Head coach Rob Walter admits the losses will affect the team’s plans.
He believes the replacement players can step up and fill the gaps. He also says Chapman’s recovery is progressing well and moving in the right direction.
What Comes Next
New Zealand players ruled out leave a big gap, so depth will matter. India also plays two Tests in New Zealand later in November.
Fans will follow how New Zealand players ruled out affect the NZ vs India ODIs.
