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January 21, 2026 2:55 PM

Harry Brook says lucky to be England captain despite nightclub brawl in NZ

Harry Brook said he is lucky to be England's white-ball captain even after an altercation with a nightclub bouncer in New Zealand late last year. A Daily Telegraph report said Brook was struck by a nightclub bouncer after being denied entry to the venue on October 31. The 26-year-old subsequently apologised for his behaviour which he felt "brought embarrassment" to him and his team. Talking to reporters on the eve of their one-day series against Sri Lanka, Brook said he did not consider stepp...

January 5, 2026 4:49 PM

New Zealand have learned lessons from T20 World Cup flop: Neesham

Poor preparation derailed New Zealand's Twenty20 World Cup campaign in 2024 but the Black Caps will leave no stone unturned as they approach next month's global showpiece seeking their first title, all-rounder James Neesham said. Determined to avoid another group-stage exit, New Zealand will head into the next edition in India and Sri Lanka with proper match practice thanks to a five-game T20 series scheduled against India from January 21-31. "Obviously, the 2024 World Cup in West Indies, we w...

January 4, 2026 11:49 AM

Shubman Gill back as Team India’s captain in ODI series with New Zealand

Shubman Gill will be back as India's captain in this month's three one-day internationals (ODIs) against New Zealand, while batsman Shreyas Iyer is expected to return from a two-month injury layoff subject to a fitness clearance, the Indian cricket board (BCCI) said on Saturday. All-rounder Hardik Pandya and fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah have not been named in the 15-man squad for the 50-over matches at home on January 11, 14 and 18. Gill, who injured his foot in training last month, has been exc...

December 31, 2025 8:55 PM

New Zealand rings in 2026 with dazzling fireworks in Auckland

Auckland was among the first major cities to welcome 2026 on Wednesday, as thousands gathered to watch a dazzling fireworks display from the iconic Sky Tower. The annual show lit up the night sky as large crowds converged on the Central Business District to join the celebrations. “Happy New Year, New Zealand!” Prime Minister Christopher Luxon posted on X. Millions more are expected to celebrate as the clock moves across time zones. After Auckland, Sydney will stage its signature fireworks ...

December 23, 2025 3:43 PM

PM Modi shares Piyush Goyal’s article highlighting India-New Zealand FTA as women-led, growth-focused pact

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday shared an article by Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, highlighting how India’s free trade agreements (FTAs) have evolved beyond tariff reductions to become part of a broader mission to strengthen the economy and improve livelihoods. Responding to Goyal’s post on X, the Prime Minister said the article explains that India’s FTAs are now instruments of economic transformation and social inclusion. He also noted that the India-New ...

December 23, 2025 2:45 PM

India, New Zealand conclude financial services annex under Free Trade Agreement

India and New Zealand on Monday concluded negotiations on the Financial Services Annex of the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA), marking a significant step toward strengthening bilateral economic and strategic cooperation. The negotiations were formally concluded on December 22, following the final round of talks held on December 10. Negotiations on the financial services annex began in May 2025 and evolved into a comprehensive framework comprising 18 articles, drawing on India’s e...

December 22, 2025 10:33 AM

New Zealand seal 2-0 series win after Duffy and Patel rout West Indies

Fast bowler Jacob Duffy and spinner Ajaz Patel routed West Indies as New Zealand won the third and final test by 323 runs to complete a 2-0 series victory in Mount Maunganui on Monday. The hosts were in the box seat since taking a first-innings lead of 155, and few expected West Indies to succeed in their pursuit of a record victory target of 462. Duffy claimed 5-42 and Patel returned figures of 3-23 as New Zealand bundled out West Indies for 138 in the final session of the test match at Bay O...

December 9, 2025 1:52 PM

Depleted New Zealand to meet upbeat West Indies in Wellington

New Zealand will pin their hopes on a rookie attack and field a new wicketkeeper when they take on the West Indies in the second test in Wellington starting on Wednesday following a slew of injuries. The Black Caps lost the services of pacers Nathan Smith and Matt Henry during the drawn series-opener in Christchurch, all but crushing their victory hopes. With Kyle Jamieson also unavailable for the Basin Reserve, the hosts have dug deep into their pace reserves to bring the uncapped duo of Mich...

December 7, 2025 3:31 PM

‘Herculean’ Greaves savours ‘special day’ for West Indies

Justin Greaves produced a nine-and-a-half-hour batting masterclass before walking into Caribbean lore after his maiden test double hundred secured an unlikely draw for West Indies in the opening test against New Zealand on Saturday. The 31-year-old's unbeaten 202 was the bedrock of West Indies' 457-6, the second-highest fourth-innings total in test match history, in pursuit of an improbable victory target of 531 at Christchurch's Hagley Oval. His method was more metronome than fireworks and wh...

November 17, 2025 10:39 PM

India, New Zealand push forward FTA talks at bilateral meeting in Mumbai

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Monday held a bilateral meeting with New Zealand’s Minister for Trade Todd McClay in Mumbai to advance negotiations on the proposed India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The meeting focused on convergence across key areas relating to trade in goods and services. Both sides noted that the recent negotiating round saw substantive progress, with several elements concluded and a shared understanding emerging on the way forward for ...