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Former New Zealand pacer Tim Southee has joined the England team as ‘Specialist Skills Consultant’ on a short-term deal ahead of a packed cricketing summer. 

Southee has replaced legendary fast bowler James Anderson in England’s coaching staff across formats. The pacer hanged up his boots last year during the home series against England.

Tim Southee finished his career as New Zealand’s all-time great, scalping a record 776 wickets across formats in international cricket.

He will join former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum ahead of England’s first Test of the summer, against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge next week.

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Tim Southee’s official designation in the England set-up will be “Specialist Skills Consultant;” however, his appointment is in effect a like-for-like replacement for James Anderson, who joined the English team as a consultant after raising the curtain on his 21-year Test career last July.

Tim Southee’s short-term will start working in his role from the one-off historic Test against Zimbabwe, beginning on 22 May. Furthermore, he will also look after the white-ball series against West Indies and the five Tests against India that get underway in June and July.

His stint will conclude after the Oval Test on August 4, after which he is expected to resume his playing career with Birmingham Phoenix in the Men’s Hundred.

The England Cricket Board (ECB) welcomed the pacer in the team, highlighting his extensive international experience across all formats.

“With his vast experience of playing in a wide range of conditions around the world and across all formats, [Southee] brings valuable insight and knowledge to the players,” the board said in a statement.

England’s upcoming fixtures:

One-off Test vs Zimbabwe 22-25 May – Only Test, Trent Bridge

ODIs vs West Indies:

May 29 – 1st ODI, Edgbaston

June 1 – 2nd ODI, Sophia Gardens

June 3 – 3rd ODI, The Oval

T20Is vs West Indies:

June 6 – 1st T20I, Durham

June 8 – 2nd T20I, Bristol

June 10 – 3rd T20I, Southampton

Tests vs India:

June 20-24 – First Test, Headingley

July 2- 6 – Second Test, Edgbaston

July 10-14 – Third Test, Lord’s

July 23-27 – Fourth Test, Old Trafford

July 31-August 4 – Fifth Test, The Oval

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Veteran New Zealand pacer Tim Southee has registered for the highly-anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10 Player Draft on Tuesday.

The draft will take place in the port city of Gwadar in Balochistan on Saturday, 11 January 2025. The start timing of the event will be shared in due course.

Southee’s registration for the upcoming season was confirmed through a banner post on the PSL’s social media accounts, which was captioned “Kiwi pace supreme Tim Southee enters the HBL PSL Draft.”

At 36 years old, he is a notable figure in the world of cricket, currently holding the record for the highest wicket-taker in T20I history. Since his debut in 2009, he has taken a total of 164 wickets in 126 matches.

His skills as a fast bowler have made him one of the most in-demand players in various franchise leagues around the world.

He has showcased his talent in prestigious competitions such as The Hundred Men’s Competition, the Indian Premier League (IPL), the Vitality Blast, and the Champions League T20.

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In a notable addition to his career, Southee has recently made headlines by registering for the PSL 10 Player Draft, marking him as the fourth New Zealander and the 22nd foreign player overall to do so.

Prior to him explosive Kiwi batters Colin Munro, Daryl Mitchell and Martin Guptill have registered for the upcoming season of the league.

A host of international stars have officially signed up for the eagerly awaited Pakistan Super League (PSL) draft, including Rassie van der Dussen, Corbin Bosh, Rilee Rossouw, Matthew Short, Gudakesh Motie, Alex Hales, Luke Wood, Sean Abbott, Alex Carey, Usman Khawaja,  Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Tom Curran, David Willey, Dawid Malan, Jason Roy, Shakib Al Hasan, Mustafizur Rahman and Sikandar Raza.

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New Zealand crushed England by 423 runs in the third Test of the Crowe-Thorpe Trophy to send Tim Southee into retirement on a triumphant note on Tuesday.

It was New Zealand’s equal-highest victory by runs and a complete reversal from the first two Tests, which England won easily to clinch the three-match series.

New Zealand sealed a dominant performance in Hamilton by claiming seven wickets in 41.2 overs on day four as England crumbled for 234.

Playing on his home ground at Seddon Park, seamer Tim Southee finished with 2-34 in his 107th and final Test, ending the career of one of New Zealand’s finest players. He finishes with 391 Test wickets, second only to Richard Hadlee among New Zealanders.

“I want to thank New Zealand Cricket for everything you have done. My family, who are there for the ride and see the ups and downs,” said the 36-year-old. “And my teammates — these guys have made the ride so much more enjoyable, I have loved every minute.”

“And finally the fans. It is always great to turn out in front of numbers. This week has been pretty special to play at Seddon Park in front of a great crowd.”

New Zealand only needed to take nine second-innings wickets for an emphatic victory because England skipper Ben Stokes did not bat.

Stokes suffered a hamstring injury on Monday and limped off in distress, having torn the hamstring in the same left leg just a few months ago.

The scale of the latest injury has not been revealed but that, and the way England capitulated in Hamilton, ended their series on a sour note.

After resuming at 18-2, England never threatened their enormous target of 658, their hopes dwindling further when losing Jacob Bethell for 76, Joe Root for 54 and Harry Brook for just one before lunch.

They looked comfortable for the first hour before Root departed, having put on 104 for the third wicket with Bethell.

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England’s greatest run-scorer was trapped lbw attempting to sweep left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner. Having been given not out, New Zealand successfully reviewed, with ball-tracking showing the ball would have hit the middle stump.

It left 33-year-old Root 28 runs short of becoming the fifth player to score 13,000 Test runs.

Brook, who scored match-winning centuries in each of the first two Tests, was out cheaply for the second time at Seddon Park, caught behind off a sharply rising Will O’Rourke delivery.

Left-hander Bethell batted fluently, striking 13 fours and a six, until he swung at a wide Southee delivery to be caught at deep point.

Ollie Pope (17) was bowled attempting to reverse scoop pace bowler Matt Henry before Gus Atkinson’s hard-hit 43 ended when caught in the deep off Santner.

Matthew Potts and Brydon Carse fell cheaply, also trying to hit Santner out of the ground.

All-rounder Santner justified his recall by taking 4-85 to finish with seven wickets in the match, alongside scores of 76 and 49 with the bat.

Having been beaten by eight wickets and then 323 runs in the first two Tests, the Black Caps belatedly gave the home fans something to cheer about. They had come into the series buoyant, having sealed a historic 3-0 sweep in India.

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Former New Zealand captain Tim Southee on Friday announced that he will retire from Test cricket after the upcoming Test series against England, with the 35-year-old set to finish up at his home ground in Hamilton.

The irrepressible seam bowler made his debut against England at Napier in 2008 and has been a mainstay of New Zealand Test side since then.

Southee has taken 385 wickets in 104 Tests during his 16-year-long career. He is the second-highest wicket-taker for New Zealand in Test cricket with Richard Hadlee standing at the top with 431 wickets.

“Representing New Zealand was all I ever dreamed of growing up,” Tim Southee said in his retirement announcement.

“To play for the Black Caps for 18 years has been the greatest honour and privilege, but the time feels right to now step away from the game that has given so much to me.

“Test cricket holds a special place in my heart, so to be able to play such a big series against the same opponent my Test career began against all those years ago, and on three grounds that are incredibly special to me, seems the perfect way to end my time in the Black Cap.

“I’ll always be so grateful to my family, friends, coaches, our fans and everyone involved in the game who has supported me and my career over the years.

“It’s been an amazing ride and I wouldn’t change a thing.”

Tim Southee captained the side to six wins, six losses and two draws after taking over from Kane Williamson in 2022 before handing over the baton last month to Tom Latham, who led them to a 3-0 Test sweep in India.

Southee’s all-round skills and consistency have seen him become the only player in the world to claim more than 300 Test wickets, 200 ODI wickets and 100 T20 wickets.

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New Zealand Cricket (NZC) chief executive Scott Weenink saluted him as one of the country’s finest players.

“Tim [Southee] has been a constant in the improving fortunes of the Blackcaps and he’ll be remembered as a giant of the modern New Zealand game,” he said.

“Tim has an incredible bank of experience and knowledge of the game and while he may have called time on his playing career, I’d be surprised if we don’t see him in another capacity at some stage in the future.”

Tim Southee is yet to make a decision about his white-ball retirement. He will decide after the three-Test England series, which gets underway in Christchurch on November 28, whether he has one final white-ball farewell in him.

New Zealand face Sri Lanka in three ODIs and three T20s at home from December 28.

Blackcaps coach Gary Stead said Southee’s record spoke for itself.

“Tim’s durability and resilience has been outstanding,” he said. “He’s an incredibly tough competitor who gets himself up for big occasions and is rarely injured.”

“Tim cares deeply about the team, its reputation and performances, and he will be missed within the Blackcaps environment.

“He now deserves some time with his family and I’m sure he will reflect very positively in years to come about his impact and achievements in the game.”

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New Zealand pacer Tim Southee has resigned as the Test captain, while the country’s cricket board confirmed wicket-keeper Tom Latham as the new skipper.

New Zealand Cricket (NZC) released a press release on Wednesday to confirm the leadership changes.

“Tim Southee has stepped down as BLACKCAPS Test captain, with Tom Latham confirmed to take up the role full-time,” the press release stated.

Tim Southee replaced Kane Williamson as New Zealand Test captain back in December 2022. He led the team in 14 Test matches, winning six.

The right-handed pacer has represented New Zealand in 102 Tests since making his debut in 2008. He has taken 382 wickets, second-most by a New Zealand player, only behind Sir Richard Hadlee.

Southee expressed his pride in leading the Kiwi side and shared that he wants to serve the side as a player going forward.

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“Captaining the BLACKCAPS in a format that’s so special to me, has been an absolute honour and a privilege,” he said. “I’ve always tried to put the team first throughout my career and I believe this decision is the best for the team.”

“I believe the way I can best serve the team moving forward is focusing on my performances on the field and getting back to my best, to continue taking wickets and helping New Zealand win Test matches.

“I will, as I’ve always done, continue to support my teammates, especially the exciting young bowlers making their way on the international stage.”

Southee also extended his support and best wishes for Tom Latham as the new Test captain.

“I wish Tom all the best in the role and he knows I’ll be there to support him on his journey, as he has done for me over the years,” he concluded.

Notably, Latham has previously led New Zealand in nine matches, winning four of them. His full-time tenure as captain will start in the upcoming tour of India.

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Experienced New Zealand pacer and Test captain Tim Southee expressed his desire to feature in the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

In an interview with a local news outlet, the right-arm pacer spoke highly of the PSL and asserted that he follows the league closely.

“The Pakistan Super League is an amazing tournament that I follow, and I would be thrilled to be a part of it in the future,” he said.

Southee also recalled his time in Pakistan when he visited the country two years ago. He praised the hospitality and the food of Karachi in particular.

“Two years ago, I toured Pakistan with the New Zealand team, and I have many pleasant memories of that time,” he said.

“During the Test series, I thoroughly enjoyed the food and hospitality in Karachi,” he added.

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Tim Southee further commented on the pitches in Pakistan and termed them challenging for the pacers.

“The bowling conditions for fast bowlers in Pakistan are quite challenging,” he stated.

The right-arm pacer is currently representing Birmingham Phoenix in the ongoing The Hundred 2024. He expressed his excitement to be a part of the league before terming the format tough for the bowlers like T20s.

“I am happy to represent Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred tournament. Like T20, the Hundred format is also not very bowler-friendly,” he concluded.

Notably, Tim Southee was roped in by Phoenix as Naseem Shah’s replacement as the latter was denied a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

According to the details, the cricketing body made the decision in a bid to prevent Naseem from potential injuries and to ensure his workload management as he is Pakistan’s first-choice pacer in all three formats.

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LONDON: New Zealand’s right-arm pacer Tim Southee replaced his Pakistan counterpart Naseem Shah in the Birmingham Phoenix squad for this year’s edition of The Hundred.

The development was confirmed by the league as it confirmed the availability of the England Men’s players — currently featuring in the home Test series against West Indies — and also the players’ replacements.

As a result, Tim Southee will represent Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred 2024 in place of Naseem Shah.

Last week, Naseem was denied a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to participate in The Hundred.

According to the details, the cricketing body made the decision in a bid to prevent Naseem from potential injuries and to ensure his workload management as he is Pakistan’s first-choice pacer in all three formats.

Notably, Naseem was signed by Birmingham Phoenix in the £125,000 category and his absence from the tournament will result in him suffering significant financial loss.

Considering Pakistan’s upcoming busy season which includes World Test Championship (WTC) matches against Bangladesh, England and West Indies while also playing an ODI tri-series against New Zealand and South Africa ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025, the PCB is unwilling to take any risks regarding Naseem Shah’s fitness.

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For the unversed, Naseem also missed the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 in India due to a shoulder injury.

The right-arm pacer suffered the injury during the ACC Men’s Asia Cup 2023 fixture against India which resulted in him ruling out of the tournament remainder.

The incident occurred in the 46th over of India’s innings when he walked off the field favouring his bowling shoulder on the reserve day allocated for the blockbuster clash between two Asian giants.

Briefly, after Pakistan’s 228-run defeat against arch-rivals India, the PCB called up Zaman Khan and Shahnawaz Dahani as backup pacers for the rest of the tournament, as a precautionary measure to provide a cover for injured Naseem and Haris Rauf.

Later, the PCB confirmed that Naseem Shah was ruled out of the Asia Cup 2023 and Zaman was added to the Pakistan squad.

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DUBAI: New Zealand’s experienced pacer Tim Southee was reprimanded by the International Cricket Council (ICC) over the code of conduct breach during his side’s ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 fixture against West Indies.

According to the apex cricketing body, Southee was found to have breached Article 2.2 of the Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel which relates to “abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings during an International Match”.

“Southee was found to have breached Article 2.2 of the ICC Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel, which relates to “abuse of cricket equipment or clothing, ground equipment or fixtures and fittings during an International Match,” stated ICC.

Furthermore, one demerit point has been added to Tim Southee’s disciplinary record, for whom it was the first offence in a 24-month period.

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The incident occurred in the 18th over of New Zealand’s innings when Southee, on his way back to the dressing room, hit a sanitiser dispenser.

According to the ICC, the right-arm pacer has accepted the sanction proposed by David Boon, ICC Elite Panel of Match Referees and thus eliminated the need for a formal hearing.

On-field umpires Ahsan Raza and Alex Wharf, third umpire Richard Illingworth and fourth umpire Michael Gough levelled the charge.

For the unversed, if a player reaches four or more demerit points within a 24-month period, they are converted into suspension points and a player is banned.

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New Zealand’s captain Tim Southee said on Monday he was looking forward to his side’s Test series against Bangladesh, saying he hoped the Kiwis spinners would outwit their “strong” opponents.

“The guys have a great desire for Test cricket,” Tim Southee said ahead of the opening match of the two-Test series in Bangladesh’s northeastern city Sylhet on Tuesday.

“They say it is the pinnacle of the game. Whenever we play Test cricket, it is always special. We love and prioritise Test cricket”, he added.

New Zealand won the title of the opening World Test Championship in 2021 but finished sixth in the next cycle, which ended in 2023 with Australia beating India in the final.

The Kiwis have not won a Test in Bangladesh since their three-wicket win in Chittagong in 2008.

Their next three Tests, including both matches in a 2013 series, ended in a draw.

“The start of the new cycle is exciting,” Tim Southee added. “It is a tough place to play Tests. Bangladesh are strong in these conditions.”

Tim Southee said he hoped his spinners would tip the balance in their favour.

“It is foreign conditions compared to New Zealand — pace plays a big role in New Zealand, spin historically plays a big role in this part of the world,” Tim Southee said.

“Our spinners have done some great things in Tests. We are looking forward to them showcasing their skills.”

The visitors named a spin-heavy squad for the upcoming series, with Mitchell Santner and Ajaz Patel joining Ish Sodhi along with two spin all-rounders, Glenn Phillips and Rachin Ravindra.

Earlier this year, New Zealand ended their 15-year wait to win a series in Bangladesh, beating the home side 2-0 in the three-match one-day international series in September before they travelled to India for the ODI World Cup.

The Kiwis put up a credible show at that tournament, losing to hosts India in the semi-final.

Bangladesh, who won just two matches in the World Cup and finished eighth, also aim to enter a new phase with the series.

Newly-appointed captain Najmul Hossain Shanto, a batsman, will take the field as his side’s leader for the first time, with regular captain Shakib Al Hasan and his deputy Liton Das taking a break.

“I will not say we are completely new but less experienced. It was going to happen inevitably at some stage,” Najmul said.

“I would call it an opportunity for those who are young and new to the team; they should take it as a challenge,” he said.

The second Test of the series will be held in Dhaka from December 6–10.

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New Zealand captain Kane Williamson is likely to achieve full fitness, while pace bowler Tim Southee is available for selection for New Zealand’s third match in the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023, confirmed head coach Gary Stead.

New Zealand’s head coach during a press conference provided the latest update on Kane Williamson and Tim Southee ahead of the Bangladesh match on October 13 in Chennai.

“He [Kane Williamson] is been progressing very very well. He’s had a great last five or six days, really went about the fielding aspect of things,” Stead said. “That’s the key thing for Kane at the moment. It’s not about his injury so much now, it’s his ability to run between the wickets and to field and to consistently do that over a 50-over game. We’re delighted with where he’s at,”

Gary Stead shared that the final decision regarding Kane Williamson’s availability will be taken after more training sessions before the match.

“We’ve got two more trainings still to get through but at this stage all things are looing good for Kane to return in this game. But we still say that with an air of caution but we’re really pleased with the way he has been coming on,” he added.

Kane Williamson tore the cruciate ligament in his right knee playing for Indian Premier League side Gujarat Titans in April, which looked to have scuppered his chances of making the showpiece tournament.

However, he made it to New Zealand’s squad for the ICC World Cup 2023 and participated in New Zealand’s warm-up games against Pakistan and South Africa, scoring 54 and 37 respectively.

He missed New Zealand’s thumping nine-wicket win over defending champions England and an astounding 99-run victory over the Netherlands during the ongoing ICC World Cup 2023.

In his absence, Rachin Ravindra was promoted to play at number 3 during the World Cup and he justified the decision by scoring a century and a fifty in two games.

Stead shed light on how New Zealand will fit Kane Williamson in the playing XI.

“If Kane is available, he will play. There is no doubt about that. He is one of the best players in the world. The discussions we are having at the moment is like how does that still fit?” said Stead.

Gary Stead also confirmed that Tim Southee has recovered after surgery on his fractured right thumb and is available for selection.

“Tim will be available for selection, he’s been tracking well. Looks like the thumb has set very very well,” Stead said. “He has been bowling at full intensity for the last couple of training sessions so he is certainly available for selection.”

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