IND vs NZ: Shock Exclusions! 5 Match-Winners Sidelined from ODI Squad

• BCCI announced India's ODI squad for New Zealand series, resting seniors and giving chances to youngsters.
• Five key players, including former match-winners, surprisingly excluded despite current form and experience.
• Mohammed Shami (2023 WC highest wicket-taker) and Yuzvendra Chahal (limited-overs specialist) omitted.
• Shardul Thakur (pace-bowling all-rounder), Devdutt Padikkal (in-form domestic batsman), and Ruturaj Gaikwad also missed out.
• Selectors' decisions raise concerns for upcoming ICC tournaments, despite focus on future plans.

Why It Matters: Selectors' surprising exclusion of 5 key players from NZ ODI squad sparks debate on future plans.