New Zealand has announced a spin-heavy 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, with Mumbai Indians (MI) all-rounder Mitchell Santner named as captain. The Black Caps have prioritized spin given that they are scheduled to play three of their first-round matches at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, a venue known for assisting slow bowlers.
Santner will lead a spin attack that includes Ish Sodhi, Michael Bracewell, Glenn Phillips, and
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“We've got plenty of power and skill in the batting, quality bowlers who can adapt to conditions, plus five all-rounders who all bring something slightly different. This is an experienced group and the players are no strangers to playing in the sub-continent, which will be valuable.”
Most economical bowling specialists in IPL Career (lowest economy rate, minimum 10 overs, bowlers/all-rounders only)
| Rank | Player | Team | economical-bowlers |
|---|---|---|---|
#1 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 6.80 economy rate | |
#2 | Gujarat Titans | 6.85 economy rate | |
#3 | Gujarat Titans | 7.09 economy rate | |
| #4 | Mumbai Indians | 7.25 economy rate | |
| #5 | Mumbai Indians | 7.31 economy rate |
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Medical examinations revealed testicular torsion, a condition requiring immediate surgical intervention. According to reports, doctors have advised a recovery period of two to four weeks, making his availability for the upcoming T20 World Cup uncertain.
A crucial 131-run partnership between Harnoor Singh (94 not out) and Naman Dhir (68) guided Punjab to chase down Goa's 212 in a rain-affected 40-over match.
That’s what I’d say to him. I’d be saying, think about scoring runs, don’t think about getting out. Trust yourself, back yourself. You’re proven to be as good as anybody in the world in the T20 format and go and prove it to everybody once again.
“We've got plenty of power and skill in the batting, quality bowlers who can adapt to conditions, plus five all-rounders who all bring something slightly different. This is an experienced group and the players are no strangers to playing in the sub-continent, which will be valuable.”
