New Zealand's batting line-up is set to return to full strength for the world test championship cricket final against India starting Friday in Southampton

The Black Caps have named their 15 from the 17 who played the two-match series against England.

Coach Gary Stead gives an update on the fitness of captain Kane Williamson and wicketkeeper B-J Watling.



Colin de Grandhomme remains the all-rounder option and Ajaz Patel the specialist spinner with Daryl Mitchell and Mitchell Santner omitted.

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