Maiden ODI Squad Inclusions
Auqib Nabi and Naman Dhir Earn Maiden India ODI Call-Ups Against West Indies
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The three ODIs will be played in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27, Guwahati on September 30 and New Chandigarh on October 3.
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Rishabh Pant, although omitted from the ODI squad, has been named captain of the Rest of India team for the Irani Cup against Ranji Trophy champions Jammu & Kashmir.
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Several players, including Shreyas Iyer, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel and Ishan Kishan, are unavailable for the ODI series because of the ongoing 2026 Asian Games.
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Shreyas Iyer is set to captain India in the five-match T20I series that follows the ODIs.
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Auqib Nabi has previously been selected for India A’s multi-day tour of Sri Lanka and was bought by Delhi Capitals for Rs 8.40 crore at the 2026 IPL auction.
India has named fast bowler Auqib Nabi and batter Naman Dhir to its ODI squad for a three-match home series against the West Indies, marking maiden international call-ups for both players. Firstpost reports that Nabi, a Jammu and Kashmir seamer, earned his selection after strong domestic performances, while Punjab's Dhir joins as a rookie all-rounder. Shubman Gill will captain the side, with KL Rahul as vice-captain and both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retaining their places.
The three ODIs begin September 27 in Thiruvananthapuram, followed by matches on September 30 and October 3. Mid-day notes that Rishabh Pant and Hardik Pandya have been left out, while Dhruv Jurel joins as an additional wicketkeeping option. A five-match T20I series will follow starting October 6.
Nabi's Rise Through Strong Domestic Form
Auqib Nabi has impressed selectors with consistent Ranji Trophy performances. GreaterKashmir highlights that the J&K seamer earned his call-up after sustained domestic success. Nabi previously featured in India A's multi-day tour of Sri Lanka and was purchased by Delhi Capitals for Rs 8.40 crore at the 2026 IPL auction, signaling strong confidence in his potential at the highest level.
Dhir Joins Elite Group as Maiden ODI Selection
Naman Dhir, a Punjab all-rounder, becomes India's other new face for the West Indies series. Firstpost describes him as a rookie all-rounder earning his first international opportunity. His selection reflects India's continued focus on blooding fresh talent in limited-overs cricket ahead of major tournaments.
Rohit and Kohli Retain Places Despite Speculation
DailyHunt reports that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have maintained their positions despite earlier speculation about their futures. Both veterans continue to feature in India's white-ball plans. Shubman Gill's appointment as captain suggests India is planning for the team's future leadership while keeping experienced players in the mix.
Asian Games Absence Forces Squad Rotation
Several India stars remain unavailable due to the 2026 Asian Games commitments. NewsKarnataka notes that players including Shreyas Iyer, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, and Ishan Kishan miss the West Indies ODI series. Shreyas Iyer will captain India in the subsequent T20I series, while Rishabh Pant captains the Rest of India team in the Irani Cup against Ranji Trophy champions Jammu & Kashmir.
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