Delhi: Big news is coming out about the major players of India. The team management is considering giving rest to some important players in the upcoming three-match ODI series against New Zealand.

Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya may get a break from ODI

According to the report of Cricbuzz, Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya may be rested from the ODI series against New Zealand. The focus of the team management is completely on the preparations for the 2026 T20 World Cup, that is why a decision can be taken to manage the workload of these two players. However, both the players will be seen playing in the T20 International series.

Special importance is being given to T20 series

The T20 series against New Zealand is being considered as India’s last T20 series before the World Cup. In such a situation, Bumrah and Hardik would like to finalize their preparations by taking part in this series. The team management wants both the players to remain completely fit and fresh.

Both players have been away from ODI cricket for a long time

Hardik Pandya has not played any ODI match since the Champions Trophy played in March. At the same time, Jasprit Bumrah has not represented India in this format since the 2023 ODI World Cup. In such a situation, giving him rest from the New Zealand series is being considered a strategic decision.