Continued ICC World Test Championship (WTC) around has been a mixed bag for new Zealandshowing both successful and disappointing performances. Although the Black Caps showed promise, they failed to establish themselves as a formidable force against their opponents. Currently, they are sitting 4th in the WTC table with a record of 7 wins and 7 losses, trailing behind India.
New Zealand's most memorable moments on the current WTC tour
Although there are inconsistencies, new Zealand he captured some memorable moments in red ball cricket during this period. India's historic win took them to a record high, giving India a clean sheet on home soil for the first time since 2000. In addition, the Blackcaps took a 2-0 lead in the table-to-ceiling series. South Africa at home, emphasizing their potential on the international stage.
However, their campaign was marred by major disappointments. The most recent list to lose England it severely damaged their future prospects, showing their weakness. At the beginning of the tour, New Zealand encountered white paint at the hands of a Australia and Sri Lanka, highlighting their struggle to maintain consistency in the longest format of the game.
Among the New Zealand team's many test wins at the WTC here are 5 kiwi players who impressed fans and pundits alike.
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New Zealand's top 5 winners of the current WTC season
- Matt Henry: The Blackcaps pace sensation
Henry has been the leader of the New Zealand pace attack in the WTC cycle. The 33-year-old has taken 48 wickets in 18 innings in the current WTC season. This makes him New Zealand's leading wicket-taker for the 2023-25 WTC cycle. A memorable bowler from Henry was the 7/67 that the fast bowler scored against Australia in Christchurch. With more years of competitive cricket left in him, Henry is expected to do well for the Blackcaps in Test Cricket in the near future.
- Ajaz Patel: All-round magician
The left-arm spinner is the acquisition of New Zealand's WTC cycle and has taken 37 wickets for New Zealand. Patel became the biggest difference maker in New Zealand's series win over India where he took 15 wickets in three Test matches. The 36-year-old's wicket-taking skills have proved devastating on slow-moving tracks, especially in the conditions of the African nation.
- Will O'Rourke: The future of New Zealand's pace attack
The youngster became Henry's regular supporter in the New Zealand side and managed to take 36 wickets in 18 innings for the Blackcaps. The 23-year-old with his pace and bounce has been a major contender for batsmen in cricket and has consistently played for New Zealand in the longest format.
- Mitchell Santner: A multi-talented star
The importance of fitness is high in Test cricket. Especially in bowling, a good all-rounder can be an asset to the team and provide much-needed relief to the bowlers in the middle overs. On the New Zealand side, Santner has managed to do just that, emerging as a much needed option for the Blackcaps. The 32-year-old took 33 wickets for his side in the current WTC tournament and cemented his place as a red-ball player.
- Glenn Phillips: A smooth transition to a new role in the team
Phillips is known in the cricket world for his powerful hitting skills with the bat. However, during the current WTC season, Phillips has transformed into a very aggressive man who not only bats but also takes important wickets and breaks the important ties of the opposition. With 31 wickets in the current WTC match, Phillips has made a difference in Test cricket for the Blackcaps and is expected to be a regular starter in the next round.