New Zealnd Squad for T20 World Cup 2024 USA: New Zealand took the lead in unveiling their 15-player squad for the ninth edition of the 20-over spectacle, the T20 World Cup 2024 USA. The Black Caps have opted for an experienced lineup, featuring stalwarts such as Kane Williamson and the fast-bowling duo of Tim Southee and Trent Boult.
A potential #T20WorldCup debut awaits for Matt Henry and Rachin Ravindra as New Zealand named their squad for the marquee event.
— T20 World Cup (@T20WorldCup) April 29, 2024
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For Kane Williamson, this will mark his sixth appearance at a T20 World Cup and his fourth as the skipper of the New Zealand team. Meanwhile, Tim Southee is poised for his seventh appearance at the tournament, while Trent Boult will be participating in his fifth T20 World Cup. With these seasoned campaigners leading the charge, the Kiwis aim to secure their maiden title in the shortest international format of the game.
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New Zealand T20 World Cup Squad 2024
New Zealand's squad for the T20 World Cup 2024 USA features no major surprises, although key pacer Kyle Jamieson and all-rounder Adam Milne have been sidelined due to injuries. Despite recent strong performances in white-ball cricket, players such as Will O'Rourke, Tom Latham, Tim Seifert, and Will Young did not make the final selection. Here is a complete list of Team Players and their roles in the New Zealand team:
| Player Name | Role |
| Michael Bracewell | Allrounder |
| Mark Chapman | Allrounder |
| Daryl Mitchell | Allrounder |
| Jimmy Neesham | Allrounder |
| Glenn Phillips | Allrounder |
| Rachin Ravindra | Allrounder |
| Mitchell Santner | Allrounder |
| Devon Conway | Wicketkeeper Batsman |
| Kane Williamson (Captain) | Batsman |
| Finn Allen | Batsman |
| Trent Boult | Bowler |
| Lockie Ferguson | Bowler |
| Matt Henry | Bowler |
| Ish Sodhi | Bowler |
| Tim Southee | Bowler |
| Ben Sears (Reserve) | Bowler |
| Gary Stead | COACH |
Despite expectations, experienced top-order batter Colin Munro did not make a surprise return to the squad. Instead, selectors have chosen to include young talent, Rachin Ravindra, along with fast bowler Matt Henry, as two players set to make their T20 World Cup debut. Additionally, young pacer Ben Sears has been named as a travelling reserve, ready to step in if needed during the tournament in the USA and West Indies.
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New Zealand's campaign kicks off with their first match against Afghanistan in Guyana on June 7. They will then face co-hosts West Indies, Uganda, and Papua New Guinea in further Group C contests. This lineup of matches sets the stage for an exciting start to New Zealand's quest for success in the T20 World Cup.
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