New Zealand changes squad for T20 tri-series against Zimbabwe and South Africa

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New Zealand changes squad for T20 tri-series against Zimbabwe and South Africa: Apart from the host team, South Africa and New Zealand will also be seen participating in the T20 tri-series to be held in Zimbabwe. This series is to start from July 14 in Harare. At the same time, New Zealand has to play its first match against South Africa on July 16. However, before this, the Kiwi team has had to make some changes in its squad, one of which is due to injury while the rest are as a cover for the players playing in MLC 2025.

Devon Conway replaces injured Finn Allen

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New Zealand had selected explosive opener Finn Allen for this tri-series but he got injured during the Major Cricket League and due to this he will be away from action for some time. New Zealand has selected experienced wicketkeeper batsman Devon Conway as his replacement. Conway has a lot of experience in T20 cricket and his arrival will strengthen the batting unit.

New Zealand head coach Rob Walter expressed regret over the ouster of Finn Allen. He said: "We are really sad for Finn. I was looking forward to working with him and continuing his great performance from the MLC, but unfortunately injuries happen. We are lucky to be able to select a great player like Devon in place of Finn.

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Apart from Devon Conway, New Zealand has also included 3 more players, including Mitch Hay, Jame Neesham and Tim Robinson. These players are currently associated with the team as cover, because Michael Bracewell, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman and Glenn Phillips are playing in the Major Cricket League, the final of which is to be held on 14 July. In such a situation, if these players are not able to join the squad on time, then the players who get a chance as cover can get a chance in the playing 11.

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New Zealand changes squad for Zimbabwe Tri-Series

1. Mitchell Santner (captain)
2. Devon Conway
3. Michael Bracewell
4. Mark Chapman
5. Jacob Duffy
6. Jack Foulkes
7. Matt Henry
8. Bevon Jacobs
9. Adam Milne
10. Darryl Mitchell
11. Will O'Rourke
12. Glenn Phillips
13. Rachin Ravindra
14. Tim Seifert
15. Ish Sodhi
16. Mitch Hey
17. Jimmy Neesham
18. Tim Robinson

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