Brett Randell Earns First Black Caps Call-Up for Final ODIs Against India

New Zealand have handed a first international call-up to Central Districts fast bowler Brett Randell, adding the 31-year-old to their squad for the final two one-day internationals against India.

Randell made first-class history back in March by taking five wickets in five balls, and he could now make his international debut at Bay Oval in Mount Maunganui this weekend.

India lead the five-match series 2-0 after the third match in Hamilton was washed out, so New Zealand can no longer win the rubber — but the final two games, on Friday and Sunday, still offer Randell a chance to announce himself on the big stage.

Clarkson joins for the finale

Central Districts all-rounder Josh Clarkson will also link up with the squad for the fifth and final match on Sunday, as New Zealand continue to rotate with the Test series against India starting on November 19.

Coaching staff split for Tests

Bowling coach Jacob Oram, batting coach Luke Ronchi and strength coach Chris Donaldson have already left for Wellington to begin preparations for the first Test, with Rachin Ravindra and Jacob Duffy returning to the red-ball squad.

Source: NDTV Sports