The recall of Tauranga-born pace bowler Doug Bracewell, who's played 27 tests for the Black Caps, is a feature of the New Zealand A team to play India from Friday at Bay Oval.
Bracewell, who hasn't played a test in over two years but who was part of the national ODI and T20 teams last season, didn't travel with New Zealand A during their recent matches in the United Arab Emirates.
"It's good to see him back at 100 per cent fitness. We know what his capabilities are and want to see more of that at a slightly higher level," said NZ Cricket selection manager Gavin Larsen.
Bracewell, who played English county cricket for Northamptonshire in April and May, has been performing usefully for Central Districts in both Plunket Shield and Ford Trophy cricket this season.
He's taken five wickets in CD's two wins so far in the Plunket Shield.