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Australia retain trophy as second NZ T20I washed out

Australia's second Twenty20 International against New Zealand has been washed out with less than three overs bowled in Tauranga.

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NZ vs PAK, 3rd ODI: New Zealand complete series sweep against Pakistan with 43-run victory

Ben Sears led New Zealand to a commanding 43-run victory in the third one-day international on Saturday, completing a 3-0 series sweep against Pakistan.

The Times of India

2nd ODI: Hay, Sears ensure New Zealand's series win against Pakistan

New Zealand's 84-run win over Pakistan in the second ODI in Hamilton on Tuesday gave the hosts an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series, thanks to wicketkeeper-batter Mitchell Hay's unbeaten 99 and a five-wicket haul by pacer Ben Sears.

The Times of India

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Michael Bracewell to captain New Zealand in T20I series against Pakistan

Michael Bracewell is set to make his home debut as New Zealand's captain in the forthcoming five-match T20I series against Pakistan following his impressive performance in the recently-concluded ICC Champions Trophy where New Zealand finished as runners-up, losing to India in the final.

The Times of India

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan vs New Zealand – start, teams, preview

Al Jazeera takes a close look at hosts Pakistan against New Zealand before their Champions Trophy opener on Wednesday.

Al Jazeera

New Zealand's Ben Sears ruled out of Champions Trophy, Jacob Duffy named replacement

New Zealand fast bowler Ben Sears has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to a hamstring injury. The Blackcaps pacer experienced discomfort in his left hamstring during the team’s first training session in Karachi on Wednesday, and scans later confirmed a minor tear requiring at least…

The Times of India

New Zealand announce 15-member squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

The New Zealand cricket team has announced its 15-member squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, set to be held in Pakistan and the UAE. The highly anticipated tournament marks the Champions Trophy's return to the international calendar after an eight-year hiatus.

The Times of India

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Tom Latham readies for trial by fire

BENGALURU: Captaincy is not unfamiliar territory for Tom Latham.

The Times of India

Tim Southee steps down as New Zealand Test captain, Tom Latham to lead vs India

Tim Southee has resigned as New Zealand's Test captain following the series defeat in Sri Lanka, and will be replaced by Tom Latham for the tour of India.

The Times of India

One-off Test: New Zealand eye World Test Championship momentum against Afghanistan

NEW DELHI: In the one-off Test beginning on Monday in Greater Noida, New Zealand will look to take advantage of Afghanistan's relative lack of red-ball cricket experience in order to gain momentum before their next World Test Championship challenges in the subcontinent.

The Times of India

New Zealand squad announced for Test series against Afghanistan and Sri Lanka

New Zealand Cricket has announced a strong squad featuring five spin bowlers for an upcoming Test series, including a one-off Test against Afghanistan and a two-match series against Sri Lanka.

The Times of India

Rachin Ravindra gets New Zealand central contract

NEW DELHI: Rachin Ravindra, a young all-rounder of Indian origin, has secured his maiden central contract as a result of his achievements over the last year, which included a huge run total during the ODI World Cup.

The Times of India

Carrey and Cummins carry Australia past New Zealand in thrilling finish

An unbeaten 98 from Alex Carey dragged Australia to victory over New Zealand by three wickets in a thrilling second Test on March 11 to give the tourists a 2-0 sweep of the two-match series.

The Hindu

History rhymes for Cummins and Australia as New Zealand cave in

Australia’s captain was an unlikely batting hero once more in Christchurch but New Zealand’s defeat should never really have happened

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Carey's 98 Drags Australia Home In New Zealand Test Thriller

An unbeaten 98 from Alex Carey dragged Australia to victory over New Zealand by three wickets in a thrilling second Test on Monday to give the tourists a 2-0 sweep of the two-match series.

The Times of India

2nd Test: Alex Carey's heroics lead Australia to series sweep against New Zealand

NEW DELHI: Australia pulled off a remarkable victory against New Zealand in a thrilling finale to the second Test match in Christchurch on Monday, clinching the series 2-0 with a stunning three-wicket win before tea on the fourth day.

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand v Australia: second Test, day one – as it happened

Over-by-over report: Australia took charge of the second Test after a dominant day with the ball, spearheaded by Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc

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Hazlewood, Starc give Australia control in NZ Test

At 4-124, Australia will head into day two of the second Test 38 runs in arrears after Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc routed New Zealand for 162.

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AAP

Black Caps pick speedster Sears for second Test

NZ stalwarts Kane Williamson and Tim Southee will each play their 100th Test this week against Australia, as quick Ben Sears prepares to play his first.

AAP

NZ say bird flipping Wagner wasn't forced to retire

The 100-Test milestones of Kane Williamson and Tim Southee have been overshadowed by talk Neil Wagner was forced into retirement.

The Hindu

New Zealand loses O'Rourke for 2nd test vs. Australia; Sears called up

New Zealand fast bowler Will O’Rourke has been ruled out of the second cricket test against Australia with a hamstring strain

AAP

Conway, O'Rourke out but no Wagner return for NZ

Neil Wagner won't play in the second Test against Australia, with selectors adding uncapped Ben Sears to the NZ squad after Will O'Rourke's hamstring injury.

The Hindu

PAK vs NZ, 2nd T20I | New Zealand beats Pakistan by 21 runs, leads 5-match series 2-0

New Zealand defeats Pakistan by 21 runs in the second Twenty20 International, taking a 2-0 lead in the series.

The Times of India

Kyle Jamieson rested from ODI series against Bangladesh due to hamstring issue

NEW DELHI: New Zealand paceman Kyle Jamieson will be sidelined from the ongoing ODI series against Bangladesh due to a stiff hamstring, as announced by New Zealand Cricket on Monday. The decision comes after Jamieson experienced discomfort upon returning home from the recent test tour.

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