New Zealand Cricket team

'I don't know if I'll walk': Chris Cairns opens up on life after near-death experience

Wheelchair-bound former New Zealand all-rounder Chris Cairns says he is "very lucky to be alive", three months after a medical emergency left him on life support.

Nov 14, 2021, 18:12 PM IST

T20 World Cup 2021 Final: Shaun Pollock believes it ‘will be fairytale for New Zealand to win title’ against Australia

New Zealand have been the losing finalists in the 2015 and 2019 50-over World Cup finals but won the inaugural World Test Championships, defeating India in the final, earlier this year. 

Nov 14, 2021, 12:30 PM IST

New Zealand vs Australia Live Streaming ICC T20 World Cup 2021 Final: When and Where to watch NZ vs AUS Live in India

Australia, who have won a record five World Cup titles in 50-over cricket, have surprisingly not got their hands on the T20 showpiece. New Zealand, on the other hand, have always been consistent in ICC events but now seem to have the self-belief of going all way under Kane Williamson's astute leadership.

Nov 14, 2021, 10:20 AM IST

T20 World Cup 2021 Final: All stats and trivia from Australia vs New Zealand ties

Aaron Finch's Australia will take on Kane Williamson-led New Zealand in the final of the ICC T20 World Cup 2021 in Dubai on Sunday (November 14). Both teams have never won the T20 World Cup title and the winner will clinch their maiden crown. Australia have not lost a single ICC tournament knock-out match to New Zealand in their history, including the 2015 50-over World Cup final in Melbourne. In these collection of pictures we take a look at interesting stats and trivia from Australia vs New Zealand clashes.

Nov 14, 2021, 09:54 AM IST

T20 World Cup 2021 Final: BCCI president Sourav Ganguly roots for New Zealand, says Kiwis have ‘lot more guts’

Sourav Ganguly was speaking at a book-signing ceremony on the concluding day of the 40th Sharjah International Book Fair on Saturday. 

Nov 14, 2021, 09:20 AM IST

New Zealand batter Devon Conway broke his hand in frustration during match against England

Coach Gary Stead said Conway was devastated by the news. The T20 World Cup 2021 final between New Zealand and Australia will be played on Sunday at the Dubai International Stadium.

Nov 12, 2021, 07:22 AM IST

T20 World Cup 2021: New Zealand is strongest team in all formats right now, says Michael Atherton

Over the past few years, the Black Caps have proved themselves to be a force in all three formats. They reached the final of the ODI World Cup in 2019, losing to England on boundary count and are the holders of the inaugural World Test Championship title.

Nov 11, 2021, 12:15 PM IST

T20 World Cup 2021: Jimmy Neesham didn't celebrate win over England, here's WHY

As New Zealand celebrated wildly upon beating England in the T20 World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, all-rounder James Neesham gave a quiet reminder of the side's determination to erase past heartbreaks by winning the decider.

Nov 11, 2021, 11:12 AM IST

New Zealand vs England T20 World Cup 2021 semis: Dad travelled halfway around world to watch me play, says Daryl Mitchell

Winning captain Kane Williamson said keeping wickets in hand was the key to his team’s stunning win. Like Daryl Mitchell, Williamson too credited James Neesham for changing the momentum of the game with his three sixes.

Nov 11, 2021, 06:33 AM IST

England vs New Zealand Live Streaming ICC T20 World Cup 2021 semifinal: When and Where to watch ENG vs NZ Live in India

With Jason Roy ruled out of World Cup, there is a strong possibility that Jonny Bairstow will be promoted to bat alongside Jos Buttler, who will be expected to play another match-winning knock on Wednesday. 

Nov 10, 2021, 07:00 AM IST

T20 World Cup 2021 Semi-Finals: We can beat any team in this tournament, says NZ pacer Adam Milne

New Zealand fast bowler Adam Milne shared his thoughts and mindset about the semi-final clash against England in a re-match of the 2016 T20 World Cup semi-final, won by Eoin Morgans side by seven wickets in New Delhi.

Nov 08, 2021, 11:54 AM IST

Namibia vs New Zealand Live Streaming ICC T20 World Cup 2021: When and Where to watch NAM vs NZ Live in India

The Kiwis are currently placed third with four points and a win against Namibia will take them closer to the second semifinal spot from Group 2 after Pakistan had already sealed their last four berth with four wins out of as many matches. 

Nov 05, 2021, 07:28 AM IST

New Zealand vs Scotland Live Streaming ICC T20 World Cup 2021: When and Where to watch NZ vs SCO Live in India

Having already played Pakistan and India, New Zealand expected to breeze past Scotland and Namibia while the clash against Afghanistan could be tricky.

Nov 03, 2021, 07:25 AM IST

T20 World Cup 2021: Tim Southee feels taking part in IPL 2021 has helped all New Zealand bowlers

Kane Williamson’s side romped home to a comfortable eight-wicket win over India thanks to the superb effort of their bowling unit. The likes of Southee, Trent Boult and Mitchell Santner have all been part of different IPL 2021 sides.

Nov 02, 2021, 14:20 PM IST

T20 World Cup 2021: Jasprit Bumrah reveals ‘losing the toss’ was big disadvantage due to THIS reason

India was just restricted to 110/7 in the allotted 20 overs against New Zealand. No batter was able to stay at the crease for a long haul, and what followed was a lacklustre performance.

Nov 01, 2021, 09:18 AM IST

T20 World Cup 2021: New Zealand have brushed off rust in warm-up games, says coach Gary Stead

New Zealand coach Gary Stead has brushed off T20 World Cup warm-up losses to Australia and England, believing the Black Caps got just what they wanted out of the games as they prepare for their tournament opener on October 26.

Oct 21, 2021, 10:09 AM IST

T20 World Cup 2021: Tim Southee feels WC pitches can be dream for seamers

New Zealand's Tim Southee, one of only two quicks in the top 10 of the T20 bowling world rankings, believes sluggish wickets at the World Cup could work out well for seamers.

Oct 18, 2021, 12:30 PM IST

T20 World Cup 2021: New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson battles elbow concern ahead of 1st game

Giving some clarity on his injury, New Zealand captain Kane Williamson on Thursday said that his hamstring is fine and he'll be taking part in full training in 'few days or so' but elbow might still need  'little bit of time' to get back to 100 per cent.

Oct 15, 2021, 09:47 AM IST

T20 World Cup 2021: BIG blow for New Zealand as skipper Kane Williamson battles hamstring injury

Kane Williamson was left out of the Sunrisers Hyderabad XI for their final match of the IPL last week, and Stead has revealed the skipper had hurt his hamstring. However, the coach was quick to play down the chances of the injury hurting Williamson's involvement in the T20 World Cup.

Oct 13, 2021, 13:39 PM IST

WTC Final: ICC allots reserve 6th day, India and NZ to be adjudged joint winners in case of draw or tie

The ICC has also allocated a Reserve Day to make up for any lost time during the regular days of the Final, scheduled to be played from 18 to 22 June, with 23 June set aside as the Reserve Day.

May 28, 2021, 11:58 AM IST