Josh Clarkson

New Zealand spinner Ish Sodhi became his country’s highest wicket-taker in T20Is after claiming his 165th scalp during the third T20I against Bangladesh national cricket team in Dhaka, surpassing Tim Southee. Bangladesh were bowled out for 102 in the rain-shortened match, with Towhid Hridoy scoring 33. Josh Clarkson starred with three wickets, while Sodhi finished with 1/22 as New Zealand chased 103 to level the series.

Bevon Jacobs smashed an unbeaten 62 off 31 balls as New Zealand beat Bangladesh by six wickets in a rain-shortened third T20 to level the series 1-1. Chasing 103, New Zealand recovered from 33-4 to win comfortably. Earlier, Bangladesh collapsed after the rain break, losing seven wickets for 39 runs. Josh Clarkson starred with 3-9, while Ish Sodhi became New Zealand’s highest T20I wicket-taker with 165 scalps.

Bangladesh secured a six-wicket win against New Zealand in the opening T20I. Towhid Hridoy played a match-winning unbeaten innings of 51. Bangladesh chased down New Zealand's total of 182 with two overs to spare. Rishad Hossain took two crucial wickets for Bangladesh. The three-match series now sees Bangladesh leading 1-0.

Nathan Smith and Josh Clarkson have earned their first central contracts from New Zealand Cricket, filling the gaps left by Devon Conway and Finn Allen. Smith has distinguished himself in the Plunket Shield, while Clarkson has featured in both ODI and T20I formats. This marks a pivotal career moment as they look to make their mark on the international stage.

Devon Conway's composed half-century guided New Zealand to 175/6 before a clinical bowling performance secured a 68-run victory over South Africa. Pace bowlers Ben Sears and Lockie Ferguson were instrumental, taking three wickets each as the Proteas were bowled out for 107, leveling the five-match series at 1-1.

New Zealand Cricket has announced its squad for the upcoming Twenty20 international series against Australia, including Trent Boult as a returnable bowler. However, key batsmen Kane Williamson and Daryl Mitchell will not be present. Boult, known for his strike bowling skills, will be available only for the last two games in Auckland. Tim Southee will feature in the opening match in Wellington on February 21.

New Zealand leg-spinner Ish Sodhi has been ruled out of the T20I series against South Africa due to a fractured thumb sustained in training. The injury will sideline him for at least four weeks, impacting the team's spin attack. Lockie Ferguson is set to return for the upcoming matches.

Pakistan showcased their bowling depth in a series-equalling triumph against New Zealand in the fifth T20I in Lahore on Saturday. Captain Babar Azam utilized eight different bowlers, with Shaheen Afridi leading with 4 wickets for 30 runs. Mohammad Amir also starred with 4 wickets for 41 runs. Pakistan's bowlers played a pivotal role in their nine-run victory.

Kane Williamson has been named the captain for the upcoming Twenty20 International home series against Pakistan, a significant development for New Zealand cricket. Williamson, who was sidelined due to a knee injury nine months ago, underwent rehabilitation and made a comeback during the 50-over World Cup and a two-Test series in Bangladesh. His return to lead the team in the T20 series against Pakistan reflects a controlled approach to his reintegration into the playing XI.

Prithvi Shaw slammed a 100-ball 150 in India A's 12-run victory over New Zealand XI in the second practice game here on Sunday, coming back from an injury in the manner that matched the hype around him.

New Zealand appoints Michael Bracewell as captain for T20I series against Pakistan, emphasizing his leadership qualities. Bracewell, renowned for his all-round capabilities, will lead the Kiwi side for the first time, returning to international cricket after a prolonged absence due to injuries. Bracewell's resilience and stellar performances upon his comeback have earned him the captaincy nod.

Tim Robinson's explosive batting and William O'Rourke's outstanding bowling helped New Zealand secure a series lead with a four-run victory over Pakistan in the fourth T20I at the Gaddafi Stadium on Thursday. The thrilling match kept spectators captivated as New Zealand took an unassailable lead in the series at the picturesque Gaddafi Stadium.

New Zealand has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming white-ball tour of Sri Lanka. Promising all-rounder Nathan Smith and wicketkeeper-batsman Mitch Hay earn their maiden call-ups. The squad, led by Mitchell Santner, blends seasoned players with fresh talent, gearing up for two T20Is and three ODIs starting November 9.

New Zealand have named ODI and T20I squads for their India tour, using the series to prepare for the 2026 T20 World Cup. Mitchell Santner will captain the T20Is, with Michael Bracewell leading the ODIs. Several senior players return, young talents earn call-ups, and some stars are rested to manage workloads.

India and New Zealand begin a three-match ODI series on Sunday, with focus on in-form Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Shubman Gill returns under scrutiny, while Shreyas Iyer adds stability. India rest Bumrah and Hardik, as New Zealand field a fresh squad led by Michael Bracewell. The match will be played at Vadodara’s new BCA Stadium.

Babar Azam will lead Pakistan in a five-match Twenty20 series against New Zealand, just weeks before the World Cup. New Zealand is missing key players, and Azam's reinstatement raised concerns about potential discord. Head coach Azhar Mahmood expressed confidence in the squad and their high morale for the World Cup.

India are set to host New Zealand for an eight-match limited-overs series featuring three ODIs and five T20Is from January 11 to 31. The ODI leg of the series is expected to draw significant attention, particularly with stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma making their anticipated return to the 50-over format after the South Africa series. Meanwhile, the T20Is will act as a final testing phase for Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian side as they prepare for their T20 World Cup title defence.

New Zealand batsman Ross Taylor will look to exit COVID-19 isolation and play straight back into form in warmup matches against the Netherlands before bidding farewell to cricket in the following ODI series.

Opener Will Young cracked a rapid century as New Zealand recovered from a dreadful start to beat Bangladesh by 44 runs on Sunday in the rain-affected first ODI. The match was shortened to 30 overs each after rain interruptions in Dunedin. NZ burst into life in the final stages to post an imposing 239-7. Needing an adjusted target of 245 to win, Bangladesh were restricted to 200-9 in a chase that lost momentum.

India and New Zealand are set for an eight-match limited-overs series, including three ODIs and five T20Is, from January 11 to 31. This series is crucial for senior players returning to the ODI setup and for finalising T20 combinations ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup. While the BCCI has already announced the T20I squad for the New Zealand series, the ODI squad is yet to be named.