t20 world cup 2026 Has reached its peak, but off the field, the “Kiwi connection” is within Chennai Super Kings (CSK) It has become a subject of intense attraction. In a viral social media segment that has fans upset, new zealand fast bowler matt henry Took the final ‘Blind Ranking’ challenge attempting to order the ten iconic Black Caps who have worn CSK yellow.
What started as a tactical exercise soon turned into a hilarious clash of loyalty versus format, as Henry had to commit to the slot without knowing which legend would appear next. By the time the final names were revealed, the ‘blind’ nature of the game had forced some of New Zealand’s brightest modern stars into the basement, triggering a frantic series of apologies on the speedster’s behalf.
IPL 2026: Matt Henry ranks 10 New Zealand players who have worn the yellow jersey of CSK
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Henry’s strategy was immediately tested as he tried to reserve premium places for the giants of New Zealand’s cricket history. Their decisions at the top of the list were driven by a deep respect for the people who laid the foundation for the franchise’s success while prioritizing longevity and the experience of winning championships. The climax of their ranking came early when the person who defines his or her own identity Chennai Super Kings appeared on screen, forcing Henry to join his list with the most influential man in the history of the franchise.
- 1. Stephen Fleming: : Henry didn’t hesitate for a second and crowned the current coach as his number one. “You have to have him at number one, obviously starting as a player, then making the transition to player-coach,” Henry said, describing Fleming as the ultimate blueprint for Kiwi success in India.
- 2. Devon Conway: The clinical opener slipped to second place. Henry praised Conway’s “unyielding nature”, acknowledging that his ability to open an innings at the top of the order made him an easy choice for the silver medal.
- 3. Brendon McCullum: “Baaz” appeared at a time when only the number three position was available. Henry enthusiastically placed the explosive former captain there, recognizing that McCullum’s attacking intent had completely redefined the way CSK played their powerplay.
- 4. Scott Styris: Recalling the “golden era” of the early 2010s, Henry placed Styris in fourth place. Praising the veteran player’s ability to perform well under pressure during the championship run, he said, “I remember he was part of the winning Chennai team.”
- 5. Tim Southee: Henry showed love to his longtime bowling partner and placed him right in the middle of the pack. He labeled Southee “one of New Zealand’s great players”, although the blind format prevented him from climbing higher on the list.
Bottom: Coaching respect and Rachin Ravindra apology
As slots started disappearing, the rankings took a turn towards extremely difficult. Henry found himself in the unenviable position of placing current superstars and modern-day match-winners in the bottom five, simply because he ran out of space. The segment ended with Henry clearly in pain as he had to push some of his close teammates and coaches to the last rung of the ladder, realizing he would have some explaining to do the next time he returned to the dressing room.
- 6. Jacob Oram: With “Big Jake” now working as a bowling coach, Henry played it safe by placing him at number six. Henry, apparently echoing his coach’s sentiments, joked, “There’s a bowling coach right now, so I’d actually put him at number six, the one under Tim.”
- 7. Mitchell Santner: In the shock of the video, Santner finished at seven. Henry was initially nervous, realizing he had underestimated his fellow spinner. “Mitch, you’re at seven… eight o’clock is too late for you!” He lamented that the blind format has pushed CSK so far to become a mainstay.
- 8. Adam Milne: The “fast bowler’s spot” went to Milne at number eight. Henry was relieved to finally get a specialist fast bowler on the board, although Milne did not make the top half of the competitive list due to the “blind” luck of the draw.
- 9. Daryl Mitchell: Mitchell, one of the most expensive and influential players in the current team, was forced into ninth position. Henry acknowledged the “brute force” he brought to the middle order, but with the board full he was left with no other option.
- 10. Rachin Ravindra: The biggest “failure” of the blind rankings saw the young sensation finish last. Hurt, Henry couldn’t stop laughing and apologized to his teammate: “Sorry, Rachin, for putting you on 10!” He acknowledged that in any fair ranking, the World Cup star would be near the top.
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