NZ name squads for England tour – Cricket News Update
http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Luke-Ronchi-c73300 for the first time.
Ronchi had plied his trade with the Aussie national team in 2008-09 season, where he represented the Down Under giants in four one-day international, as well as three T20Is. However, failure to cement a permanent place forced him to return to his country
of birth. After strong showings in the domestic circuit, the player was drafted into the squad for the upcoming ODI bouts, as well the Champions Trophy which kicks-off in June.
The other notable returns include that of premier spinner and former skipper, http://www.senore.com/Cricket/Mark-Gillespie-c1904 and opener Martin Guptill.
Gillespie missed the best part of last year due to various fitness related issues, while Guptill was injured during the team’s last home series against http://www.senore.com/Cricket/England-c56013. Both have been declared fit to travel.
Team’s selection manager, Kim Little John, was satisfied with the composition of the squad ahead of the tough cricketing season. The Black Caps begin their tour of England on May 4, playing in the first of two warm games, before going on to take the Poms
in the two Tests and 3 fifty-over matches.
"The ODI squad has a core group of players who have now played in a number of international tournaments and bring a wealth of experience," he said."Having Daniel Vettori back in the side adds to that and we're really excited to have someone of his quality
back in the team.
"Luke Ronchi gets his chance after impressing on the domestic scene. We know how dangerous he is and look forward to seeing him display his talents on the international stage," he added.
Test squad: Brendon McCullum (captain), http://www.senore.com/Cricket/KS-Williamson-c1813.
ODI and Champions Trophy squad: http://www.senore.com/Cricket/KD-Mills-c1781, Colin Munro, Luke Ronchi, Tim Southee, Ross Taylor,
Daniel Vettori, Kane Williamson.
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