In a touching gesture, New Zealand cricket chose an intimate method to announce their ODI World Cup 2023 squad. Instead of a conventional reveal, the families of the selected 15 players were brought into the limelight, presenting their loved ones representing the nation in the upcoming World Cup in India.
New Zealand will initiate their ODI World Cup endeavour against England on October 5 at the renowned Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. This face-off is drawing immense attention, given it's a rematch between the finalists from the last World Cup.
New Zealand ODI World Cup 2023 Full schedule
| FIXTURE | DATE | VENUE |
| New Zealand vs England | October 5 | Ahmedabad |
| New Zealand vs Qualifier 1 | October 9 | Hyderabad |
| New Zealand vs Bangladesh | October 14 | Chennai |
| New Zealand vs Afghanistan | October 18 | Chennai |
| New Zealand vs India | October 22 | Dharamsala |
| New Zealand vs Australia | October 28 | Dharamsala |
| New Zealand vs South Africa | November 1 | Pune |
| New Zealand vs Pakistan | November 4 | Bengaluru |
| New Zealand vs Qualifier 2 | November 9 | Bengaluru |
The Blackcaps, as they're fondly known, decided to tug at the heartstrings of fans worldwide by enlisting the family members of the players. The resultant video, showcasing these proud family members, became a testament to the bond and spirit of the New Zealand World Cup squad.
Kane Williamson, a stalwart of New Zealand cricket, despite facing physical hurdles, has been named the captain for the ODI World Cup 2023. The journey to this point wasn't easy for Williamson. In April 2023, during a stint with the Gujarat Titans in the IPL, Williamson had an unfortunate fall, rupturing his ACL in his right knee. This mishap led to a challenging sabbatical from cricket.
Nonetheless, the dedication and perseverance exhibited during Williamson's recovery were commendable. It's no surprise that he rightfully made his spot in the ODI World Cup squad, ready to lead the Blackcaps to possible victory.
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