New Zealand has announced its squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup, with a mix of experienced and young players set to take on the world. Despite the absence of Colin Munro, two exciting new additions to the squad are fast bowler Matt Henry and batter Rachin Ravindra, both of whom have yet to feature in a T20 World Cup.
Coach Gary Stead expressed his excitement about the well-balanced squad, praising the hard work and dedication of all players selected. He emphasized the importance of adapting to different conditions at various venues in the West Indies, where the matches will take place.
Stead is particularly looking forward to seeing how Henry and Ravindra perform in their debuts, highlighting their impressive progress in recent months. Henry has shown significant improvement in all aspects of his game, while Ravindra’s trajectory as a batter has been nothing short of remarkable.
The New Zealand team will kick off their campaign against Afghanistan in Guyana on June 7 before facing co-hosts West Indies, Uganda, and Papua New Guinea in Group C. The squad includes a range of versatile players like Kane Williamson, Trent Boult, Tim Southee, and others who will be ready to adapt to any conditions they may encounter throughout the tournament.
Stead congratulated each player on their selection and emphasized that it was an honor to represent their country on such a global stage. With this talented group of players leading the way, New Zealand fans can look forward to an exciting tournament filled with surprises and excitement.
