India are also considering releasing fast bowler Gurnoor Brar from the squad so that he can join the Test preparations in Wellington. The team management is expected to take a final call after the fourth ODI, with the visitors looking to manage their resources ahead of a busy schedule.
The two teams will also have to deal with changes to their support staff and player groups as attention begins shifting towards the Test series. India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak confirmed that the coaching staff would split, with Gautam Gambhir and spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule remaining with the ODI squad, while Kotak, Morne Morkel and Subhadeep Ghosh will join the Test group.
India plan Ruturaj Gaikwad-Rohit Sharma opening pair
According to a report in The Times of India, Ruturaj Gaikwad is likely to come into the playing XI as an opener alongside Rohit Sharma for the fourth ODI. Shubman Gill's absence has opened up a place at the top, and the team management appears keen to give Ruturaj Gaikwad the opportunity.
India's batters had extended sessions in the nets ahead of the match. Ruturaj Gaikwad reportedly looked comfortable during his time in the middle and will be eager to make the most of a potential opportunity. Tilak Varma also spent considerable time batting as the team assessed its options.
Gurnoor Brar likely to be released for Test preparations
Brar is not part of India's Test squad but has been asked to stay with the team. New Zealand's tall fast bowlers have prompted the management to consider keeping him around the Test group in Wellington as preparations continue.
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