The Indian men’s cricket team will begin a two-match Test series against New Zealand on Thursday.
Prior to the first Test in Kanpur, reporting team was given access to Team India’s “catering requirements and menu.” Furthermore, “no beef or pork whatsoever in any form or variety” is listed as an “important” rule to follow on the menu. Furthermore, “all meat products” must adhere to the halal standard.
Since being named Test and ODI captain in 2013, Virat Kohli has been the driving force behind the Indian cricket team’s focus on fitness. Since the introduction of yo-yo tests in 2010, the importance of physical fitness in making the Indian national team has increased.
The first Test match, which has been postponed due to Virat Kohli’s rest, will be led by Ajinkya Rahane. Rahane’s deputy is Cheteshwar Pujara. When the second Test is held in Mumbai, he will once again lead the team. The Indian team will be without Rohit Sharma for the duration of the series.
Following the conclusion of the Test series against New Zealand, the team will embark on a full-fledged tour of South Africa. The first Test against South Africa will take place on December 17 at Johannesburg’s Wanderers Stadium.