Archive · 17 Sep 2025
New Zealand Announces T20I Squad for Australia Series
New Zealand's cricket team has picked its players for an upcoming T20 series against Australia.
The team will be led by Michael Bracewell because the regular captain, Mitchell Santner, is injured.
Key players like Kyle Jamieson are returning to the team.
The coach, Rob Walter, expects Australia to play aggressively.
The series includes three matches and is part of the team's preparation for next year's T20 World Cup.
Several other players are out due to injuries.
The team is focused on having a strong fast bowling unit.
Mitchell Santner is ruled out due to abdominal surgery, and Michael Bracewell will captain.
The squad includes Kyle Jamieson, returning after the birth of his child.
Lockie Ferguson and Adam Milne are out due to injuries.
The series will be held on October 1, 3, and 4 in Mount Maunganui.
Kane Williamson is unavailable but expected to return later.
- Who
- New Zealand Men's Cricket Team
- What
- Announced a 14-member squad for the upcoming T20I series against Australia.
- When
- Series to be held on October 1, 3, and 4.
- Where
- Mount Maunganui, Australia.
- Why
- To compete in a T20I series.
- Captain
- Michael Bracewell
- Series
- T20I against Australia
- Squad Size
- 14 members
- Key Return
- Kyle Jamieson
- Series Dates
- October 1, 3, and 4
- Series Location
- Mount Maunganui