New Zealand Cricket Further an important appointment is 2025 Women’s ODI World CupPromoting the former Black Caps Star in a full -time supporting position with white fern. This step comes as a T20 World Cup champion as being ready for its campaign India And Sri LankaStarting from 30 September.
The legendary batsman, who initially joined the women’s setup on a part -time basis, will now dedicate his time completely to the national team with the head coach. Ben Sayer And batting coach Dean brownleyThe 48 -year -old contributed to New Zealand’s historic T20 World Cup win in the United Arab Emirates in October 2024, marking the first major title of White Ferns since the 2000 ODI World Cup victory.
Former Black Cap Star takes over as the new head coach of the women’s team
NZC appointed Craig McMillan As the head coach of the new full -time women’s team. The transition is an important career shift for Macmillan, which has stepped into a special focus on the women’s program with its successful commentary career with Sky Network television and other coaching commitments. His game career expanded 55 Tests and 197 Odis for New Zealand between 1997 and 2007, submitted more than 7,800 first -class runs and established himself as one of the most innovative batsmen in the country.
Macmillan’s appointment reflects the commitment to the continuity and excellence of New Zealand cricket, which after the success of the T20 World Cup. Former canterbury players were part of the coaching staff when White Fern defeated South Africa by 32 runs in Dubai, which had a player of the match Amelia Kerr Contribution of scoring 43 runs and taking three important wickets.
,I am on the moon to be in this role. Women’s game is going from strength to strength, and I am excited to continue working with my talented players and help them reach their goals“Macmillan said to Espncricinfo. His enthusiasm is clear as he reflects the team’s recent achievements and future ability.”
Strategic preparation for subcontinental success
The coaching trio is working intensely in the upcoming World Cup to prepare white fern for those challenging circumstances. In August, Macmillan and Sareer looked after a comprehensive two -week training camp Chennai Super Kings The academy, highlighting the players under spin -friendly conditions, which they will face during the tournament.
,It is a busy period that leads to more than 50 World Cups. We have several camps including one in Chennai, which highlight the players under Indian conditions as they will face in October-November. The team is pumped to go back to India and take another World CupMacmillan explained.
There were seven contracted players including Seam all-rounder in the camp Jess KerrOpener batsman Georgia plimmer, And Brooke halideWith three emerging talents, identified as future possibilities for Indian situations. This strategic approach shows New Zealand’s long -term plan and commitment to adopt its game for subcontinental cricket.
Sawyer also appreciated the preparation approach. Australian -born coaches, who previously worked as an assistant with the women’s team of Australia, highlighted the existence of heat and natural adjustment in Indian conditions. The White Ferns World Cup campaign begins on 1 October against Champions Australia’s defending in Indore, with his squad declaration for September 10. As part of their final preparation, the team will play warm-up matches against South Africa and India in Bangalore.
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