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Lockie Ferguson Says He’s Ready for T20 World Cup as New Zealand Tune Up in India

His recovery has him targeting the India T20Is as ideal preparation, with his official squad place still unclear.

Overview

  • Ferguson is in India for a five-match T20I series starting January 21 that New Zealand view as a lead‑in to next month’s World Cup.
  • He described the games as “literally perfect prep,” citing exposure to dew and subcontinental surfaces even if venues differ from the tournament.
  • After a calf injury in the ILT20 earlier this month, he says he has been bowling at full intensity in recent practice.
  • He rejected retirement speculation, insisting he feels fit, is contributing, and is ready to perform at a World Cup.
  • Selection signals conflict: he was absent from an updated New Zealand squad list on Tuesday, one outlet reported he is in the 15, and he expects a brief paternity break around February 20.