The Black Caps on Sunday posted a video on its social media handle X, where Mitchell Santner can be seen unveiling the 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025, where they will begin their campaign against the hosts Pakistan in Karachi in the tournament opener on February 19.
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Ben Sears, who was a traveling reserve for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, recently made his comeback in the Super Smash after recovering from injury. With one Test and 17 T20Is under his belt, he is now set to make his ODI debut in the upcoming tri-series, featuring Pakistan and South Africa.
Ben Sears, Will O'Rourke and Nathan Smith make the cut for New Zealand’s Champions Trophy 2025 campaign
Speaking about Nathan Smith, the all-rounder adds depth to the Kiwi squad with his powerful lower-order batting and lively seam bowling. Smith has already represented New Zealand in two Tests and five ODIs. He has 80 runs and 7 wickets in Tests, while 26 runs and 5 wickets in ODIs to his name.
Meanwhile, Mark Chapman and Will Young have also earned spots in the Black Caps’ squad for the upcoming prestigious tournament and ODI Tri-series in Pakistan. New Zealand’s spin-bowling allrounder Michael Bracewell’s inclusion also strengthened their spin department.
— BLACKCAPS (@BLACKCAPS) January 11, 2025
Here's the New Zealand squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and Pakistan Tri-Series:
Squad: Mitchell Santner (C), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Will O'Rourke, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Ben Sears, Nathan Smith, Kane Williamson, Will Young.
The SA20 2025 final is set to be held on February 9, while the ILT20 2025 is scheduled for February 10. So, the T20 league-bound players are set to miss a few games, as New Zealand faces Pakistan on February 8 and South Africa on February 10 in the upcoming Tri-series, followed by a warm-up game against Afghanistan on February 16 before the Champions Trophy.
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