Trent Boult previews India cricket tour of New Zealand
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 11:06 AM
Last updated Sep 12, 2026
Former New Zealand bowler Trent Boult expects a difficult series for India during their upcoming two-match Test visit to New Zealand. The tour, which spans 12 matches across all formats, begins on October 22, with the Test series starting November 19. Boult identified KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal as key batters to monitor, citing their style of play. He anticipates that the late October and November timing will produce cold temperatures and green-top pitches that favor the home bowling attack. Boult also expressed confidence in New Zealand's current bowling options, including Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Nathan Smith, and Will O'Rourke, to provide a balanced test for the visitors.
- •India begins a 12-match tour of New Zealand on October 22.
- •The two-match Test series is scheduled to start on November 19.
- •Trent Boult noted the potential for cold weather and green pitches to assist New Zealand bowlers.
- •Boult highlighted KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal as notable threats in the Indian batting lineup.
- 11:06 AMYahoo Sports — 'Always a big fan': Trent Boult picks KL Rahul as India batter to watch in New Zealand Tests
"Trent Boult, the former New Zealand bowler, predicts a tough challenge for India in the upcoming Test series. He highlighted KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal as key players to keep an eye on. With cold temperatures and green pitches in play, the Indian side will face a significant test against a New Zealand bowling unit known for its pace and swing.
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