Among the picks was Naman Dhir, who received his first ODI call-up following an outstanding domestic performance.On September 16, 2026, the BCCI confirmed a 15-member ODI team for a three-match series at Thiruvananthapuram, Guwahati, and New Chandigarh. The lineup included known stars like Shubman Gill as captain, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and KL Rahul as vice-captain.
Naman Dhir, 26, received recognition for his recent domestic and T20 league efforts. The hitter was selected for a middle-order role in the team, which also includes Auqib Nabi, who received his first ODI call-up after outstanding county performances.
Naman Dhir outstanding performance in Sher-e-Punjab
Naman Dhir recent performance in the local T20 tournament presented a compelling case for his selection. He led Amritsar Soormas to victory over the Ludhiana Lions in the championship game on September 13. Naman Dhir finished as the highest run-scorer, scoring 655 runs in 10 innings at an average of 72.78 and a strike rate of 217.61, including two fifties and one century. He was named Player of the Tournament and took seven wickets in nine innings with a 9.41 economy rate.
Dhir’s List A performance since his debut in December 2024 has bolstered his credentials. In 14 games, he scored 351 runs at an average of 39.00 and a strike rate of 106.36, including four fifties. He has also taken seven wickets in the format, showcasing his importance as a middle-order batsman and his effective off-spin bowling.
