MOUNT MAUNGANUI: New Zealand crushed West Indies by 323 runs in the third Test at Mount Maunganui on Monday, sealing a 2-0 series victory, with Jacob Duffy’s five-wicket haul pivotal in the visitors’ dramatic collapse. Chasing a massive target of 462, West Indies were bowled out for 138, folding in just four overs after tea […]
Tom Latham
New Zealand aim to extend dominance as West Indies tour begins
CHRISTCHURCH: New Zealand will look to continue their dominance over the West Indies as the two teams kick off their World Test Championship series at Hagley Oval on Tuesday. The Black Caps are eager to start their WTC campaign on a strong note, having already swept the Caribbean visitors in the T20 and ODI series […]
Tom Latham injured, Bracewell to lead New Zealand in ODI series against Pakistan
New Zealand wicketkeeper-batsman Tom Latham has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan due to a hand injury. Latham fractured his hand while batting in the nets and will need at least four weeks to recover. This injury comes just days before the three-match series begins in Napier on Saturday. With Latham […]
Blundell called from wilderness into New Zealand World Cup squad
Wicketkeeper Tom Blundell was the surprise selection in New Zealand’s 15-man squad for cricket’s one-day World Cup later this year, despite never having played the format at international level. The 28-year-old Blundell has played just two Tests, making a century on debut, and three Twenty20 internationals for New Zealand, but will serve as a backup […]