India Vs New Zealand ODI Squad Announcement Live Updates: The Indian men’s cricket team begins 2026 by hosting New Zealand for a three-match ODI series starting January 11. The contest will see the return of batting stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to action at the international level. The pair was last seen in action in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy, where they scored sparkling centuries to lit up the domestic tournament. Prior to that, they represented India during a three-match ODI series against South Africa. The selection committee, headed by Ajit Agarkar, is expected to meet soon to pick the squad in Mumbai.