India vs New Zealand, 3rd T20I Predicted XI: India Likely To Experiment With Series Already In Bag

India vs New Zealand: Having secured an unbeatable 2-0 lead, the Indian team management could look to test their bench strength in the third T20I vs New Zealand at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

Rohit Sharma-captained Team India will look to end the series on a high and ensure a series whitewash over New Zealand at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday. The team management could also look towards the bench and make a few changes with the series already sealed. Top performers like KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant and Ravichandran Ashwin may well be given some much-needed rest after a hectic schedule which saw them play a full-fledged England tour, the second phase of the Indian Premier League 2021 in the UAE, the T20 World Cup followed by the ongoing series at home. Opener Ruturaj Gaikwad could make his debut for India along with pacer Avesh Khan. Both the players performed brilliantly for their respective franchises in IPL 2021.

Ruturaj Gaikwad: The right-hand batter garnered widespread praise after some fine performances for Chennai Super Kings (CSK). The consistent outings helped him get a place in the India squad and now he could be handed an international debut in the third T20I.

Rohit Sharma: Rohit has handled the responsibility as the full-time T20I captain of India in style, winning both tosses and then wrapping up the match. He also showcased good form in his debut series win as captain of the national side.

Suryakumar Yadav: Suryakumar had a rare failure in the second match but that shouldn't bother him too much. Known for his consistency, Suryakumar is expected to get going and regain his touch which he displayed in the first match.

Ishan Kishan: Kishan can take Pant's place in the side for the final game as the latter has been playing non-stop cricket this season. A much-needed rest can provide a good opportunity for Kishan, who showed what he is capable of in the beginning phase of the T20 World Cup.