Michael Bracewell: New Zealand safe but looking to approach India game as a knockout

Though Sunday’s final Group A fixture between India and New Zealand is largely inconsequential considering both teams have qualified for the semifinals, Kiwi all-rounder Michael Bracewell believes in approaching the game as a knockout tie. “I think it’s always a challenge getting through to the semifinals and then once you get there it’s a one-off … Read more

Michael Bracewell: New Zealand safe but looking to approach India game as a knockout

Though Sunday’s final Group A fixture between India and New Zealand is largely inconsequential considering both teams have qualified for the semifinals, Kiwi all-rounder Michael Bracewell believes in approaching the game as a knockout tie. “I think it’s always a challenge getting through to the semifinals and then once you get there it’s a one-off … Read more

New Zealand makes late change in Champions Trophy 2025 squad: Jacob Duffy replaces Ben Sears

New Zealand was forced to make a late change in its ICC Champions Trophy 2025 squad after Ben Sears was ruled out of the tournament due to a hamstring injury. The Kiwis have made a like-for-like replacement, bringing fast bowler Jacob Duffy into the squad at the eleventh hour. Sears felt discomfort during Blackcaps’ first … Read more

New Zealand names Champions Trophy squad: Santner to captain the Blackcaps; Pace trio get maiden call-up for ICC event

Three pacers in Will O’Rourke, Ben Sears and Nathan Smith have been handed their maiden senior call-up for an ICC tournament as New Zealand announced its squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy edition. The Blackcaps are set to depart for Pakistan on February 3 to play a tri-series against CT host Pakistan and South Africa … Read more