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  India-born cricketer dropped as New Zealand announce central contracts, two players return

  Cricket | June 17, 2026 11:08 IST

  Adi Ashok is an India-born New Zealand cricketer who was part of New Zealand's central contracts last year. However, the leg-spinner was dropped from the contracts list for 2026-27 as Devon Conway and Blair Tickner returned to the list.

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  Kane Williamson retirement: Top records of former New Zealand captain that will stay intact for long

  Cricket | June 12, 2026 16:54 IST

  Kane Williamson's last international assignment turned out to be the first Test match against England at Lord's. The former New Zealand captain announced his shocking, sudden retirement, bringing down the curtains to a long, illustrious career.

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  Ben Stokes controversy: What exactly happened in 'Chelsea's naughtiest nightclub' on Sunday night?

  Cricket | June 10, 2026 7:52 IST

  Fresh reports have shed light on the events leading up to the nightclub controversy involving Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson. The alleged altercation at Rex Rooms reportedly followed a VIP-area dispute after England's first-Test win over New Zealand.

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  17 wickets fall on Day 2 of Lord's Test, New Zealand need 218 runs to seal win

  Cricket | June 05, 2026 23:50 IST

  A chaotic second day at Lord’s saw 17 wickets fall as England and New Zealand traded collapses in a low-scoring Test. New Zealand need 218 to win, while England require seven wickets after 33 wickets fell across two days in a dramatic contest.

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  New Zealand wilt under England assault on Day 1 of Lord’s Test

  Cricket | June 04, 2026 23:54 IST

  England recovered strongly after being bowled out for 140 in the first Test at Lord’s, with Ollie Robinson ripping through New Zealand’s top order. Kyle Jamieson starred earlier with a five-wicket haul, but the visitors struggled in reply with the bat.

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  Lord's host 150th Test match during ENG vs NZ, which Indian ground hosted most red-ball matches?

  Cricket | June 04, 2026 18:22 IST

  Lord’s became the first venue in cricket history to host 150 Test matches during the opening England-New Zealand Test. In India, Eden Gardens leads the list with 43 Tests. Meanwhile, New Zealand chose to bowl first before rain interrupted play.

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  Why is Jofra Archer not playing vs New Zealand in 1st Test at Lord's?

  Cricket | June 04, 2026 15:31 IST

  England rested Jofra Archer for the first Test against New Zealand at Lord’s to manage his workload after a demanding IPL season with Rajasthan Royals. Ben Stokes defended the move, saying Archer remains committed to England despite criticism.

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  ENG vs NZ Test series Live: When and where to watch England vs New Zealand in India?

  Cricket | June 03, 2026 23:29 IST

  England start their Test summer against New Zealand at Lord’s on June 4. Led by Ben Stokes, the series holds extreme importance after Ashes defeat. Emilio Gay and Sonny Baker are set for England debuts, while the Kiwis have a well-balanced squad. Check where to watch.

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  Why did Rachin Ravindra leave KKR camp before end of IPL 2026 season?

  Cricket | May 23, 2026 17:42 IST

  Rachin Ravindra left the KKR camp before the end of IPL 2026 after failing to get game time. The New Zealand all-rounder returned home for a short break and training period before joining the national squad for the Ireland and England Test tour.

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  Ireland announce Test squad vs New Zealand, Paul Stirling, key pacers ruled out

  Cricket | May 22, 2026 21:30 IST

  Ireland named four uncapped players in their squad for the one-off Test against New Zealand in Belfast. Andrew Balbirnie will captain the side, while Paul Stirling and pacer Barry McCarthy are among several key players ruled out through injury.

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  Former New Zealand cricketer handed two-year suspension after second cocaine test

  Cricket | April 24, 2026 18:52 IST

  Former New Zealand cricketer Doug Bracewell has been handed a two-year ban from county cricket after testing positive for cocaine for a second time. The suspension, backdated to November 2024, will run until November 2027, with results during that period disqualified.

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  Bangladesh announce squad for first two T20Is against New Zealand, drops first-team pacers

  Cricket | April 21, 2026 23:10 IST

  Bangladesh rested Mustafizur, Taskin and Nahid for the first two T20Is vs New Zealand, bringing in Ripon Mondol and debutant Abdul Gaffar Saqlain. The squad remains largely unchanged, with focus on testing bench strength ahead of a busy schedule.

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  Connor Esterhuizen produces stunning knock as South Africa seal T20I series vs New Zealand

  Cricket | March 25, 2026 15:51 IST

  Connor Esterhuizen’s explosive 75 powered South Africa to a 33-run win over New Zealand in Christchurch, sealing a 3-2 T20I series victory. The Proteas clinched their first away series under Shukri Conrad with a strong all-round performance.

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  Kiwi pacers dominate after Devon Conway show as New Zealand script comeback in T20I series vs SA

  Cricket | March 17, 2026 16:02 IST

  New Zealand levelled the T20I series with a 68-run win in Hamilton as Devon Conway anchored the innings with a crucial fifty before late hitting boosted the total to 175 runs. Pacers Ben Sears and Lockie Ferguson ripped through South Africa in the second innings, claiming three wickets each.

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  Finn Allen blasts fastest century in T20 World Cup history, New Zealand qualify for T20 WC final

  Cricket | March 04, 2026 22:41 IST

  New Zealand opener Finn Allen created history, having scored the fastest century in T20 World Cup history. He reached his ton in just 33 balls, as New Zealand beat South Africa by nine wickets to qualify for the T20 World Cup 2026 final.

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  Why is Ish Sodhi not playing for New Zealand vs South Africa in T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final?

  Cricket | March 04, 2026 19:12 IST

  New Zealand have benched star spinner Ish Sodhi in their T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final clash against South Africa at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Captain Mitchell Santner explained the reason after opting to bowl first in the middle. South Africa made three changes.

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  ENG vs NZ pitch report: How will surface at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo play in T20 World Cup?

  Cricket | February 27, 2026 10:24 IST

  England face New Zealand in a crucial Super Eights T20 clash. A win secure the semi-finals for the Kiwis, as England have already progressed. The Harry Brook-led side aims to top Group B, while New Zealand look to advance with a win but even a defeat by a small margin could do the trick.

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  Which teams will qualify if all Super Eights Group B matches in Sri Lanka are called off due to rain

  Cricket | February 21, 2026 23:02 IST

  If all Super Eights Group B matches in Sri Lanka are washed out, the ICC rankings will decide the semi-finalists. With wins, NRR and head-to-head is expected to be invalid, England and New Zealand would qualify ahead of Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

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  SA outclass NZ, become first team to qualify for Super 8 after Markram, Jansen show

  Cricket | February 14, 2026 22:59 IST

  Aiden Markram’s unbeaten 86 and Marco Jansen’s four-wicket haul powered South Africa past New Zealand in Ahmedabad, chasing 176 with ease. The victory made the Proteas the first team to qualify for the Super 8 in the T20 World Cup 2026.

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  Michael Bracewell ruled out of T20 World Cup 2026, New Zealand announce replacement

  Cricket | February 11, 2026 7:12 IST

  New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell has been ruled out of the T20 World Cup 2026 after reinjuring his left calf. NZC confirmed the setback, with Cole McConchie named as a travelling reserve ahead of the South Africa game.