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New Zealand Under 19 squad begins World Cup preparation

New Zealand’s leading Under 19 cricketers begin their preparation for next year’s ICC U19 Cricket World Cup with a series against a Sri Lanka development side in Christchurch starting this weekend.

20 November, 2009 in International News

Domestic News

Spinning sensations

When it comes to spin bowling in New Zealand there is only one spin king and that is Daniel Vettori. The great news for the BLACKCAPS, however, is that there are some emerging young players nipping at his heels to become the country’s premier spin bowler.

20 November, 2009 in Domestic News

Match Reports

Comfortable win for Wellington

The Wellington Firebirds bowled out the Auckland Aces to record a 99 run win at the Basin Reserve in Wellington.

20 November, 2009 in Match Reports

Match Reports

McIntosh ton a highlight in drawn match

BLACKCAPS top order batsmen Tim McIntosh and Daniel Flynn got some valuable batting practice as the three day warm up match against Pakistan ended in a tame draw at Queenstown Events Centre.

20 November, 2009 in Match Reports

Match Reports

Outright win for Canterbury

The Canterbury Wizards took the ten wickets required today to record an outright win over the Otago Volts at MainPower Oval in Rangiora.

20 November, 2009 in Match Reports

Domestic News

Canterbury Cricket launch Hall of Fame

Cricket in Canterbury is steeped in history and tradition and now there is a place for that to be celebrated.

19 November, 2009 in Domestic News

Domestic News

Surprise call up for youngster

The Auckland Aces have two New Zealand keepers, so it was a surprise for one young Auckland keeper to get the call up this week.

19 November, 2009 in Domestic News

Community News

USA Cricket Association and New Zealand Cricket move towards strategic partnership

The USA Cricket Association (USACA) and New Zealand Cricket (NZC) today announced the commencement of formal discussions with the intention of establishing a strategic partnership agreement between the two national cricket boards in the near future.

19 November, 2009 in Community News

Domestic News

World wicketkeeping record an outstanding achievement – NZC

New Zealand Cricket has congratulated Northern Districts and BLACKCAPS wicketkeeper Peter McGlashan on achieving a world record for the most catches in a first class match.

19 November, 2009 in Domestic News

Match Reports

Knights cruise to second Plunket Shield win

The Northern Knights have nestled into top spot on the points table after back to back victories in the Plunket Shield.

19 November, 2009 in Match Reports

Domestic News

Life after Haidee

Filling the boots of a living legend can be a difficult task; just ask the Canterbury Magicians following the retirement of captain Haidee Tiffen from international and first class cricket.

18 November, 2009 in Domestic News

International News

Umpire Decision Review System confirmed for Pakistan Test series

New Zealand Cricket has confirmed that the Umpire Decision Review System (DRS) will be used in the upcoming Test series against Pakistan.

18 November, 2009 in International News

Community News

Unique Kiwi kids’ cricket programme celebrates tenth anniversary

More than 50,000 New Zealand children have participated in a unique cricket programme over the last ten years – with many more lined up to enjoy another summer of the sport.

18 November, 2009 in Community News

Community News

Celebrating ten years of MILO Cricket

What are two things that are totally Kiwi? MILO and cricket and because of this fantastic combination MILO and New Zealand Cricket are celebrating ten years in partnership.

17 November, 2009 in Community News

International News

Priority ticketing on sale now

Are you a fan of the BLACKCAPS and don’t want to miss out seeing them in action this season?

17 November, 2009 in International News

Domestic News

The Captain's Blog - 2nd Edition

Each week we go behind the scenes to find out what the captains think about up coming games, their team performance in the latest games and stand out players.

17 November, 2009 in Domestic News

Corporate News

First Foundation scholarship announced

Christchurch based student Anna-Monique Nussbaumer will soon be gracing the halls of New Zealand Cricket after being awarded the First Foundation scholarship.

16 November, 2009 in Corporate News

International News

Vettori cleared for Test series; Mills to have surgery

BLACKCAPS captain Daniel Vettori has been cleared to play in the three-match Test series against Pakistan beginning on 24 November.

16 November, 2009 in International News

International News

New Zealand Invitation XI named for Pakistan tour match

New Zealand Cricket has announced the New Zealand Invitation XI team to play Pakistan in the opening tour match at Queenstown prior to the three-test series.

15 November, 2009 in International News

Match Reports

Thrilling win for Pakistan

Saeed Ajmal spun Pakistan to a seven run victory in the second Twenty20 against the BLACKCAPS at Dubai Sports City Stadium, Dubai.

14 November, 2009 in Match Reports

International News

BLACKCAPS have 11 for final Twenty20

The BLACKCAPS have confirmed 11 players are fit and available for the second Twenty20 International against Pakistan in Dubai tonight (Saturday morning NZ time).

13 November, 2009 in International News