New Delhi, Nov. 11 -- Sporting Club Delhi's Lalrinliana Hnamte has earned a call-up to the Indian Senior Men's National Team for the upcoming international friendlies against New Zealand, scheduled to be played on November 12 and 15.

The selection marks an important milestone for the midfielder, who has been named in the 23-member squad announced by head coach Khalid Jamil for the two-match series. India will face New Zealand at Go Media Stadium in Auckland on November 12, before taking on the hosts in the second friendly at One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch on November 15.

Hnamte's inclusion is also a significant moment for Sporting Club Delhi, reflecting the club's commitment to providing emerging Indian footballers with a platf...