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Michael Bracewell to lead New Zealand in Pakistan T20Is

Wednesday, 03-Apr-2024
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New Zealand allrounder Michael Bracewell has been named team's captain for the upcoming five-match T20I series against Pakistan beginning 18th April. Announcing the 15-member squad, New Zealand handed the maiden call-up to Tim Robinson. Will O’Rourke, having made his Test and ODI debuts, has also been named in the squad. 

This will be Bracewell’s first outing since March last year as he remained on the sidelines following an injury. Heading into this series, New Zealand will be missing the services of some of their seasoned players such as, Kane Williamson, Trent Boult, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra and Mitchell Santner, who are all busy in India playing Indian Premier League for different teams. 

"Michael has faced a long period on the sideline and it's exciting to see him back playing cricket again. The fact he's back playing at a high level after an Achilles rupture is testament to his hard work and application. He's a well-respected leader and has captaincy experience for Wellington along with New Zealand A and New Zealand XI teams, which we believe holds him in good stead to lead the group in Pakistan,” said New Zealand selector Sam Wells.

"Tim is still very early in his domestic career but his natural ability and explosive power was on full display this season. Combined with his outstanding fielding, we believe he has a skill-set that's well suited to the format," said Sam Wells.

"We've been delighted with Will's early efforts in international cricket, in both the formats he's played so far. This tour will be an excellent chance for him to test his skills in foreign conditions," said Wells.

NZ T20I Squad for Pakistan: Michael Bracewell (c), Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Josh Clarkson, Jacob Duffy, Dean Foxcroft, Ben Lister, Cole McConchie, Adam Milne, Jimmy Neesham, Will O'Rourke, Tim Robinson, Ben Sears, Tim Seifert, Ish Sodhi

 

 

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