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Muhammad Abbass surpasses Krunal Pandya to score fastest half-century on ODI debut
Napier, March 29: New Zealand's 21-year-old right-hand batter Muhammad Abbas on Saturday became the player to slam the fastest-ever fifty on ODI debut during the first match of the three-match series against Pakistan at the McLean Park in Napier on Saturday.
Mark Chapman, Nathan Smith powers New Zealand to victory over Pakistan by 73 runs in first ODI
Napier, March 29: Left-hand batter Mark Chapman's century and right-arm seamer Nathan Smith's four-wicket haul stormed hosts New Zealand to victory over Pakistan in the first ODI of the three-match series at the McLean Park in Napier on Saturday.
Chapman, Smith star as New Zealand trigger dramatic Pakistan collapse to register 73-run victory
Napier, March 29: Mark Chapman continued his dominance over Pakistan with a stunning career-best 132 off 111 balls, propelling New Zealand to a 73-run victory in the first ODI at McLean Park. The left-hander's masterful knock, combined with Daryl Mitchell’s gritty 76 and a record-breaking debut fifty from Muhammad Abbas, saw the hosts post an imposing 344.
Zimbabwe to host NZ, SA for Tests & T20I tri-series from June
New Delhi, March 27: Zimbabwe is all set to host South Africa and New Zealand for two Tests each and a T20I tri-series from June to August, said Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) on Thursday. Zimbabwe’s highly anticipated home season will begin with them hosting South Africa in a two-match Test series at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.
Zimbabwe will host South Africa and New Zealand for Test matches and T20 Internationals
New Delhi March 27: Zimbabwe will welcome South Africa and New Zealand for a two-Test series as well as a T20I triangular series from June 28 to August 11. Zimbabwe will be competing in Test cricket against South Africa for the first time since December 2017 and welcoming them for the first time since August 2014 and against New Zealand after August 2016, when New Zealand visited Zimbabwe.
Latham ruled out of Pakistan ODIs with fractured hand, Bracewell to captain NZ
Napier, March 27: New Zealand wicket-keeper batter Tom Latham has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan with a fractured right hand, New Zealand Cricket said on Thursday.
Tom Latham ruled out of New Zealand's ODI series against Pakistan with fractured right hand
Wellington, March 27: New Zealand wicketkeeper batter Tom Latham has been ruled out of the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan with a fractured right hand.
Privilege to play for NZ: James Neesham following his match winning spell in fifth T20I against Pakistan
Wellington, March 26: After his match-winning performance in the fifth T20I against Pakistan, New Zealand all-rounder James Neesham expressed his feelings after getting a chance to represent his country in the sport of cricket at national level.
The whole bowling unit has been outstanding: Michael Bracewell praised New Zealand bowling after winning the T20 series 4-1 against Pakistan
Wellington March 26: With Tim Siefert's unbeaten 50 and James Neesham's five-wicket haul hosts New Zealand stormed to victory over Pakistan in the fifth and final T20I of the series at the Sky Stadium held in Wellington on Wednesday.
Batting with the best in the world raises your standards, says Voll on learning from Mooney
Wellington, March 26: Young Australian batter Georgia Voll has credited her mentor and opening partner Beth Mooney for shaping her game after a breakout performance in the 3-0 series sweep against New Zealand. Voll, who smashed a career-best 75 off 57 balls in the final T20I, highlighted how batting alongside Mooney has elevated her standards.
Seifert, Neesham power New Zealand to 4-1 series win over Pakistan
Wellington, March 26: New Zealand wrapped up a 4-1 series win against Pakistan after securing an eight-wicket win in the fifth and final T20I here at Sky Stadium on Wednesday.
Jacob Duffy continues to soar to new heighs in latest ICC T20I Bowling rankings
Dubai, March 26: New Zealand's quick Jacob Duffy's phenomenal rise in the ICC Men's T20I Bowling Rankings continued following his stellar display in the home series against Pakistan.
Australia women complete 3-0 T20I series sweep over New Zealand
Wellington, March 26: Australia held their nerve to seal a dramatic eight-run victory over New Zealand, completing a 3-0 whitewash in the T20I series, here at the Sky Stadium.
EaseMyTrip signs MoU with Tourism New Zealand to strengthen travel ties and enhance Indian tourist arrivals
New Delhi, March 26: EaseMyTrip.com, one of India's leading online travel tech platforms, has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tourism New Zealand to strengthen travel ties and enhance seamless access for Indian tourists to the island nation. This partnership underscores EaseMyTrip's commitment to making international travel more convenient, with tailored experiences and exclusive offerings that cater to Indian travellers preferences.
Australia fast bowler Darcie Brown set to miss third T20 against New Zealand-W due to family reasons.
New Delhi March 25: Australia fast bowler Darcie Brown will be absent from the third and final T20I versus New Zealand in Wellington after returning home for family matters, as per the ICC website.
Uncapped New Zealand duo earn call-ups in Latham-led squad for Pakistan ODIs
Wellington, March 25: Uncapped top-order batter Nick Kelly and left-arm pacer Muhammad Abbas earned their maiden national side call-ups for Tom Latham led-New Zealand's ODI series against Pakistan at home starting from March 29 onwards.
Strong earthquake of magnitude 6.5 hits New Zealand; Emergency Minister Mitchell says potential danger along shoreline
Wellington, March 25: A strong earthquake of magnitude 6.5 hit New Zealand on the early hours of Tuesday according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).
New Zealand's Duffy, Foulkes demolish Pak batting, register massive win in 4th T20I
Mount Maunganui, March 23: Seamers Jacob Duffy and Zakary Foulkes's exceptional bowling performance guided New Zealand to victory over Pakistan by 115 runs in the fourth T20I of the five-match series at the Bay Oval on Sunday.
Basit Ali gives technical advice to Babar Azam; predicts best batter in PSL
Islamabad, March 22: Former cricketer Basit Ali has provided technical input to Pakistan's premier player, Babar Azam. The former cricketer predicted that he would be the "best batter" in the upcoming Pakistan Super League (PSL).
Henry ruled out, Jamieson replaced in New Zealand's squad for last two T20Is against Pakistan
Wellington, March 22: Right-arm quick Matt Henry has been ruled out of New Zealand's last two T20Is against Pakistan and will continue "his injury rehabilitation programme."
India-NZ partnership 'grown much stronger' during my visit: Luxon
Wellington, March 22: Calling India an "increasingly important partner", New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon said on Saturday that the partnership between the two countries has "grown much stronger" during his five-day visit to New Delhi and Mumbai, earlier this week.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 becomes highest rated multi-nation cricket tournament ever in India after blockbuster final
Dubai, March 22: The ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 has broken major viewership records in India as its TV ratings surged to the highest ever for a multi-nation cricket tournament, eclipsing the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 by a whopping 23 per cent, according to a media release from ICC.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 breaks viewership records in India with blockbuster final
Dubai, March 21: The ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 has broken major viewership records in India as its TV ratings surged to the highest ever for a multi-nation cricket tournament, eclipsing the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023 by a whopping 23 per cent.
Matt Henry ruled out of remainder of T20Is against Pakistan
Auckland, March 22: New Zealand Cricket (NZC) confirmed that pacer Matt Henry will not take part in the ongoing T20I series against Pakistan as he continues his injury rehabilitation programme.
Gardner ruled out of NZ T20Is, uncapped Knott called in as cover
Tauranga, March 22: Ashleigh Gardner has been ruled out for the rest of Australia's T20I tour of New Zealand due to a finger injury, with uncapped Brisbane Heat and Queensland all-rounder Charli Knott being called up as a replacement.
Nawaz's breezy century takes Pakistan to nine-wicket victory over New Zealand in 3rd T20I
Auckland, March 21: A fiery century by Hasan Nawaz and top-class performances from pacers helped Pakistan keep the series alive, beating New Zealand by nine wickets in the third T20I at Auckland on Friday.
'Tip your hat off to Nawaz, he was unbelievable' NZ skipper Bracewell applauds record-breaking ton
Auckland, March 21: New Zealand captain Michael Bracewell tipped his hat off to Hasan Nawaz for his unbelievable batting after the right-hander scored Pakistan's fastest-ever T20I century to help his side chase down 205 with 24 balls to spare in the third T20I at Eden Park on Friday.
Patron of the India-NZ Business Council, Bhav Dhillon discusses meeting Aamir Khan and Bollywood's collaboration with New Zealand
Mumbai, March 21: Bhav Dhillon, Patron of the India NZ Business Council opened up about his experiences meeting Bollywood actors, including Aamir Khan in Mumbai. He shared his thoughts on the growing influence of Bollywood in New Zealand.
Ashleigh Gardner suffers injury as Australia register win over New Zealand Women in first T20I
Auckland, March 21: Off-spinner Ashleigh Gardner met with an injury during the first T20I at Eden Park as Australia registered a magnificent win over New Zealand Women in the first T20I of the three-match series on Friday, as per the ICC.
New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon visits INS Surat in Mumbai amid strengthening naval ties
Mumbai, March 20: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, accompanied by Rear Admiral Garin Golding, Chief of Navy, Royal New Zealand Navy (CN-RNZN), visited INS Surat, the Indian Navy's latest indigenously built guided missile destroyer, at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai, an official press release by the Ministry of Defence stated.
NZ PM Luxon plays cricket with spinner Ajaz Patel at Wankhede Stadium
Mumbai, March 20: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Thursday played cricket with Kiwi spinner Ajaz Patel, former batter Ross Taylor and pacer Trent Boult at Mumbai's iconic Wankhede Stadium and reflected on the cricketing ties between India and New Zealand, which have resulted in some of the sport's most historic moments and milestones.
New Zealand PM Luxon visits Indian Navy's new indigenous warship 'INS Surat'
New Delhi, March 20: New Zealand Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon, along with the Chief of the Royal New Zealand Navy, Rear Admiral Garin Golding, on Thursday, visited the latest indigenously built destroyer of the Indian Navy, 'INS Surat' at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement.
Hopeful to finish season with series win in NZ, says Australia skipper McGrath
New Delhi, March 20: Tahlia McGrath, Australia's stand-in captain for their upcoming women's T20I series against New Zealand, said the side is aiming to finish their 2024/25 international season on a high. The first of three T20Is between Australia and New Zealand will be held in Auckland on Friday.
NZ's Sophie Devine sets sights on World Cup double before retirement
Auckland, March 20: New Zealand all-rounder Sophie Devine has her eyes set on the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, a year after securing the T20 World Cup for her nation. She also admitted that during her recent time off from the game, retirement was on her mind.
Air New Zealand and Air India signed MoU for direct flights between India and New Zealand
New Delhi, March 20: Star Alliance Partners Air New Zealand and Air India on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost air connectivity between India and New Zealand.
Aamir Khan, Vidya Balan, and others discuss film industry collaborations with New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon
Mumbai, March 19: Aamir Khan, Vidya Balan, Siddharth Roy Kapur, Ronnie Screwvala, and Ashutosh Gowariker recently met with New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to explore exciting opportunities for film destination collaborations.
Maha CM Fadnavis meets New Zealand PM, holds talks on strengthening bilateral ties
Mumbai, March 19: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday met the visiting New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and held discussions for fostering deeper collaborations across key sectors.
New Zealand players gain in latest ICC rankings
New Delhi March 19: New Zealand players have gained in the latest ICC rankings. The team has performed strongly in the T20I series against Pakistan, winning the first two contests of the five-match series.
TCS set to modernise Air New Zealand's digital infrastructure
Mumbai, March 19: IT services major Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has signed a partnership with Air New Zealand to modernize the Kiwi airline's digital infrastructure.
NZ openers Seifert, Allen rise in T20I rankings after strong show in series against Pakistan
Dubai, March 19: New Zealand's opening pair of Tim Seifert and Finn Allen along with new-ball bowler Jacob Duffy have made huge gains in the ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings after helping their team to a 2-0 lead against Pakistan in the five-match T20I series.