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The Kiwis have always been a strong team at ICC events. They are approaching the T20 World Cup with high hopes. Despite being a consistent side, the Kiwis have not won an ICC trophy in white ball format, which is a surprising feat. New Zealand will look to erase that record as they enter the title campaign this year.
Into the attack and into the action! @braceyourself10 with a sharp return catch. Follow play LIVE in NZ with @sparknzsport or TVNZ 1. #NZvBAN pic.twitter.com/HxNO0ePL5m
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What makes Kane Williamson and his men a dangerous team? They have a group of strong-willed cricketers who play a team game with a lot of intent. On their day, any one of them can take the game on their own. The top order has the presence of Williamson, Devon Convey, Glenn Phillips, and Seifert, and they all can take the team deep.
New Zealand bowling is world-class!
The Kiwis have one of the most dominating pairs in cricket, Tim Southee and Trent Boult. They have the fire to pick up early wickets and bowl economically in the death overs. The Blackcaps also got wicket-taking options in Ish Sodhi and Mitchell Santner.
Ahead of what’s set to be his 100th T20I, hear from the team about what makes Tim Southee a special player for the BLACKCAPS. Southee will join @Martyguptill, @RossLTaylor, @SuzieWBates, @sophdevine77 and @AmySatterthwait as the players to have played 100 T20Is for NZ. #NZvPAK pic.twitter.com/1jELDZ9oHF
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The presence of all-rounders makes their middle-order batting strong. The Kiwis are one of the high-scoring teams in this format. They entered the final last year but lost to Australia. The game is now conducted in their neighboring country is another enormous advantage for the Kiwis. This is because they can get used to the conditions early.
Can the Kiwis win the World Cup?
New Zealand has a splendid chance, as always this year. They have been mentally strong and have shown character in the 2019 and 2021 finals. It was so near, yet far away for the Kiwis on both occasions.
Time to chase at Hagley! 2 wickets each for Bracewell, Boult, Sodhi and Southee. Follow play LIVE in NZ with @sparknzsport, TVNZ 1 and @TodayFM_nz. LIVE scoring | https://t.co/UH7fhCUDKQ #NZvBAN pic.twitter.com/0uq1KFurQd
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However, they can take a lot of pride in their performances. New Zealand can eye a spot in the semifinals, and the rest journey would depend on how they seize the major moments.
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