New Delhi: New Zealand has strengthened their pace attack with the return of Matt Fisher, Will O’Rourke, and Blair Tickner.
All three have been named in the Blackcaps squads for the upcoming white-ball tour of Bangladesh later this month.
These fast bowlers are making their comeback after injuries disrupted their home summer. O’Rourke returns from a back issue to join the ODI squad. Fisher is back from a shin injury for the T20Is, while Tickner, who had an ankle problem, is included in both formats.
Blackcaps head coach Rob Walter welcomed their return and highlighted their hard work. “Will, Blair, and Matt have been working very hard over the past few months to get themselves back on the field and in contention for selection, and we’re pleased to have them back in the group. With the amount of cricket being played today, having depth in our bowling is crucial. Having players of this quality return is great for our side.”
The squads also include off-spinning allrounder Dean Foxcroft, who is back in the white-ball setup for the first time since April 2024. IANS
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