New Delhi, Jan. 3 -- Veteran pacer Mohammed Shami has been ignored once again as the Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI men's selection committee announced the squad for the three-match ODI series against New Zealand on Saturday. The India vs New Zealand ODIs will be played in Rajkot (January 11), Saurashtra (January 14) and Indore (January 18). Shubman Gill will lead the side.

Ever since the ICC Champions Trophy last year in March, Shami has not been considered for the national team despite consistent performances in the domestic circuit for Bengal. With close to 45 wickets in the ongoing season, Shami certainly deserved a recall in the national setup.

Expectedly, all-rounder Hardik Pandya and pacer Jasprit Bumrah have been rested to keep them fres...