WATCH: New Zealand became the first team to announced T20 World Cup squad
New Zealand became the first team to announce their squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the West Indies and the USA. 33-year-old Kane Williamson will lead the side, along with some experienced players like Trent Boult, Jimmy Neesham, and Tim Southee. New Zealand squad is a blend of experienced and young players. However, New Zealand top-order batter Colin Munro was not included in the squad. This is the fourth time that Kane Williamson has captained the side in the T20 World Cup. He led the team during the past three editions.
Join special guests Matilda and Angus at the squad announcement for the upcoming @t20worldcup in the West Indies and USA. #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/6lZbAsFlD5
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New Zealand Squad for the T20 World Cup 2024 : Kane Williamson (C), Finn Allen, Trent Boult, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Ish Sodhi, and Tim Southee. Traveling Reserve: Ben Sears
New Zealand will play their first match in the T20 World Cup against Afghanistan in Guyana on June 7.
New Zealand qualified for the T20 World Cup final in 2021, but unfortunately, they lost against Australia. It was their best achievement in T20 World Cup history.
