Mitchell Santner Back as New Zealand Announce Squad for England T20Is

New Zealand have announced their squad for the three-match T20I series against the visiting England team. Mitchell Santner will lead the 14-member squad as expected with Michael Bracewell appointed his deputy. New Zealand have opted to go with a strong squad with a good mixture of youth and experience.

It has the experience of Devon Conway and Daryl Mitchell in the batting department while the Tim Robinson and Mark Chapman will provide the firepower. Robinson recently struck a magnificent hundred against Australia, although, in a losing cause. Overall, the squad has the ability to possess a great challenge in these conditions.

No Room for Kane Williamson in NZ T20 Squad for England T20Is

Veteran batter Kane Williamson didn't find a place in the New Zealand squad for England T20I series as the selectors seemed to give the chance to youngsters. However, Williamson is likely to come back for the ODIs. Williamson has been one of the best batsmen in the world across formats, however, his numbers have constantly diminished in the shortest format of the game.

However, other senior batters like Devon Conway and Daryl Mitchell made it to the team. Conway is likely open the batting with Mitchell will have a role to play in the middle order. Another big inclusion is of Rachin Ravindra, one of the most talented batters in the world. Conway is likely to open alongside Ravindra in the first-choice playing 11. Another option is Tim Seifert, who can be destructive in the powerplay.

The big-hitting Mark Chapman provides the spark in the middle order with Bevon Jacobs also capable of finishing the games. All-rounder Jimmy Neesham is also an excellent addition as he lends balance to the team. In-form Tim Robinson will be looking to carry his good form in this series.

Strong Bowling Attack

In the bowling department, Matt Henry will lead the charge with Zak Foulkes and Jacob Duffy giving him good company. Skipper Mitchell Santner, one of the best spinners in the world, will be crucial in the middle overs with his left-arm spin. Bracewell is likely to be the other spinner in this side.

A no. of big names like Finn Allen, Adam Milne, Will O’Rourke, Glenn Phillips, and Lockie Ferguson are missing due to their respective injuries. All these players are likely to be in the scheme of things for the next year's T20 World Cup, to be held in India and Sri Lanka.

The squad looks perfect for the batting-friendly and small cricket grounds in New Zealand. The Kiwis will be looking to keep get back to winning ways after the defeat to Australia at home. Santner will be eyeing to create a solid squad for the T20 World Cup 2026, which many players will have an eye on. Overall, it promises to be an enthralling series.

NZ Squad for England T20 Series

Mitchell Santner (C), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Bevon Jacobs, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Tim Seifert (wk)