New Zealand fast bowler Tim Southee continues to star for the Black Caps, amassing 300+ Test wickets and contributing with the bat as a durable all-format asset.
KP has been appointed as a specialist mentor to Englands white-ball teams for the ODI and T20 series against Sri Lanka, and will be involved in winter tours and the 2027 World Cup setup, integrating with Brendon McCullums coaching group.
England has appointed Stephen Fleming as Test coach, while Brendon McCullum remains in charge of limited-overs sides. Fleming will lead England on the South Africa tour this winter, with interim duties and Sky NZ commentary ties shaping his early period.
England have named Thomas Rew as captain for the Lions T20s against West Indies A in the Caribbean, with a broader squad announced for ODI and T20 tours. The 18-year-old wicketkeeper-batter could become England’s youngest debutant if selected for Australia later this year.