Indians to have preparatory camp in Bangalore

The Indian team will prepare for their home series against New Zealand with a camp at the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) Stadium at Bangalore. According to a report by the Press Trust of India, the month-long camp, to be held in August, will be attended by all the probables. The list of probables will be announced later.

The report also indicated that Greg Chappell was likely to assist John Wright, the Indian coach, in the batting and fielding departments during the preparatory camp.

New Zealand arrive in India on September 23, and will play two Tests and a triangular one-day tournament which will also feature Australia.