The 2015 World Cup started its start, and started its end, with Martin Guptill. That is, the first over of the first match, and the first over of the last match, started with him at the striker’s end. But it was what happened when he was at the non-striker’s end on the second of those […] READ MORE
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New Zealand vs England: Second ODI Preview
A preview of the second One-Day International between New Zealand and England at Mount Maunganui. READ MORE
Martin Guptill Misses New Zealand ODI Selection
Martin Guptill will miss New Zealand’s ODI series against the West Indies as a fitness issue surrounding his hamstring continues. The right-handed opener will be replaced by George Worker; a hard-hitting left-hander from the Central Stags who has played just four matches for New Zealand. Blackcaps selector Gavin Larsen said that the team will miss […] READ MORE
New Zealand In India: ODI Series Talking Points
India have dominated their recent home fixtures, but New Zealand gave them a huge scare and they pushed the hosts all the way. The visitors stormed to an impressive win in the first ODI, with Tom Latham and Ross Taylor sending a clear message of intent to the seemingly fatigued Indian bowlers. However, India bounced […] READ MORE
Champions Trophy Preview: New Zealand
Often an exciting, yet unpredictable side in major tournaments, New Zealand have the talent capable of going far in the Champions Trophy. READ MORE
Colin de Grandhomme’s Record-Breaking Test Debut
Colin de Grandhomme‘s Test debut for the Blackcaps was something to remember, and it is pay-off for a lot of good form in First-Class cricket over the years. It is a story of patience, honing your craft, and hope that one day the time will come. At thirty years of age, de Grandhomme may just […] READ MORE
New Zealand vs Pakistan: Series Preview
The New Zealand Blackcaps begin a jam-packed home season when the ANZ Test Series against Pakistan begins in Christchurch on Thursday morning. The last Test series between the two nations was a draw, but overall, Pakistan have won more series in the longest form of the game. But in terms of individual games, New Zealand came […] READ MORE
India vs New Zealand Test Series: Talking Points
On October 11th, India wrapped up a 3-0 Test series whitewash over the touring New Zealand side. The series was extremely one-sided, with India’s smallest margin of victory being 178 runs. What was the difference between the two sides? Ashwin’s Domination Over the recent years, Ravichandran Ashwin has asserted himself as one of the best […] READ MORE