New Zealand Announces Squad for Women’s T20 World Cup 2024
Wellington [New Zealand], September 11: New Zealand has revealed their squad for the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. Assistant coach Craig McMillan expressed his excitement about the ICC tournament. The team, known as the Kiwis, is the eighth to announce their squad, which includes a mix of youth and experience among the 15 players traveling to the UAE for the 20-over showcase at the end of this month.
McMillan said, “I think the expectations will stay within the group, but what I would say is that we’re excited about the (T20) World Cup and the matches that we have in our group. We know that we probably won’t be one of the teams that’s favoured by many, but we’re confident in the players and the group we have and we’re really looking forward to the tournament.”
McMillan joined New Zealand’s coaching group earlier this year and faced a tough start when the Kiwis suffered series sweeps against England in both the ODI and T20I components of their white-ball series away from home in July.
New Zealand batting all-rounder Sophie Devine will lead the Kiwi squad at the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. This will be Sophie’s ninth straight appearance at the Women’s T20 World Cup. The 35-year-old aims to lift the trophy that has eluded the team since they finished runners-up in 2009 and 2010.
The squad also includes many experienced star players, such as Suzie Bates, Lea Tahuhu, Amelia Kerr, and Maddy Green. Devine and Bates have appeared at every Women’s T20 World Cup edition.
New Zealand has been placed in Group A alongside Australia, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka in the Women’s T20 World Cup. The tournament will kick off in October. The Kiwis will play warm-up games against South Africa and England ahead of the main tournament.
New Zealand Squad:
| Sophie Devine (C) | Suzie Bates | Eden Carson |
| Izzy Gaze | Maddy Green | Brooke Halliday |
| Fran Jonas | Leigh Kasperek | Amelia Kerr |
| Jess Kerr | Rosemary Mair | Molly Penfold |
| Georgia Plimmer | Hannah Rowe | Lea Tahuhu |
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New Zealand -: New Zealand is a country located in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. It is known for its beautiful landscapes and is made up of two main islands, the North Island and the South Island.
Women’s T20 World Cup -: The Women’s T20 World Cup is a cricket tournament where teams from different countries compete. ‘T20’ means each team plays 20 overs, which are sets of six balls bowled.
Squad -: A squad is a group of players selected to represent their country in a sports tournament. In this case, it refers to the New Zealand women’s cricket team.
Craig McMillan -: Craig McMillan is a former New Zealand cricketer who is now an assistant coach for the women’s team. He helps train and guide the players.
Sophie Devine -: Sophie Devine is a famous New Zealand cricketer and the captain of the women’s team. She has played in many international matches.
Suzie Bates -: Suzie Bates is another well-known New Zealand cricketer. She has been a key player for the team for many years.
Lea Tahuhu -: Lea Tahuhu is a fast bowler in the New Zealand women’s cricket team. She is known for her speed and skill in bowling.
Group A -: Group A is one of the divisions in the tournament. New Zealand is in this group along with Australia, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
Warm-up games -: Warm-up games are practice matches played before the main tournament starts. They help teams get ready for the competition.
