Kiwi Cricket: Eyeing Redemption on Home Turf

New Zealand cricket coach Rob Walter believes his team will regroup and aim for success at the 2028 T20 World Cup, co-hosted with Australia. Despite losing the final to India, Walter praised his young team's performance and their determination to win the title on home soil.

New Zealand's cricket team coach, Rob Walter, is optimistic about the future of his young team after their bittersweet journey in the recently concluded T20 World Cup. The Black Caps fought valiantly to reach the final, only to be defeated by India by 96 runs, marking a fourth missed opportunity in 11 years.

Walter expressed confidence in his players' determination to secure a short-format world title for New Zealand during the 2028 T20 World Cup, which they will co-host with Australia. He noted a strong sense of hunger among the team members, who aspire to push forward and capitalize on the event being hosted at home.

The tournament was highlighted by a remarkable nine-wicket win against South Africa in the semi-finals, featuring Finn Allen's record 33-ball century. Despite mixed emotions about the final results in India and Sri Lanka, Walter takes pride in the team's ability to reach the final and looks forward to future successes.

(With inputs from agencies.)