New Delhi. New Zealand has announced its 15-member squad for the ICC World Cup 2023 to be held on Indian soil. Captain Kane Williamson has returned to the team after being fit and he will be seen captaining the team in this mega event. At the same time, Trent Boult, who is out of central contract, has also been given a place in the team.
Kane Williamson returns
There were many questions over the fitness of Kane Williamson, who was injured during IPL 2023. It was believed that he would not be fit to play the World Cup. However, Williamson has been fully fit and successful in making a place in the World Cup squad. Williamson’s return to the team is a big relief news for New Zealand. In 2019, under the captaincy of Williamson, the team had reached the finals.
Finn Allen-Jamieson out
New Zealand has not included Finn Allen in its 15-man squad. The selectors have preferred Will Young over Allen. At the same time, the dreams of Kyle Jamieson and Adam Milne of playing the World Cup have also been shattered. Along with Trent Boult, James Neesham, who is out of central contract, has also managed to make his place in the World Cup team.
The bowling attack will be like this
Trent Boult will be seen leading New Zealand’s bowling attack in the World Cup 2023. Bolt will be supported by Tim Southee, Lockie Ferguson, and Matt Henry. At the same time, the responsibility of the spin department will be on the shoulders of Ish Sodhi and Mitchell Santner. Michael Bracewell has not been included in the World Cup squad due to injury.
These batsmen have got a place
New Zealand’s batting order looks quite balanced. Strong batsmen like Kane Williamson, Devon Conway, Mark Chapman, Tom Latham, Glenn Phillip have been included in the 15-member team. At the same time, Darryl Mitchell and James Neesham will be seen adding color to the all-rounder.
New Zealand team for World Cup 2023
Kane Williamson (captain), Trent Boult, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, James Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, Tim Southee, Will Young.