New Zealand recall Jamieson O'Rourke Williamson for Ireland England Tests
Tom Latham captains 19-man Black Caps squad with uncapped Dean Foxcroft included. Kyle Jamieson returns after two years out with injury for the late-May tours.
New Zealand named a 19-player Test squad for the one-off match against Ireland and three-Test series in England with recalls for Kyle Jamieson Will O'Rourke and Kane Williamson. Tom Latham leads the side that features a strong pace attack including Matt Henry and Nathan Smith for the Ireland Test on May 27. Uncapped allrounder Dean Foxcroft earns his first call-up to the group.
Jamieson returns to Tests after more than two years sidelined by injury while O'Rourke bolsters the bowling unit with recent form. Williamson's inclusion strengthens the batting lineup for the World Test Championship fixtures starting in Mirpur no the UK tours. The squad balances experience with fresh pace options for demanding conditions.
New Zealand prepare for the Ireland clash at an undecided venue before heading to England for Tests likely at Lord's and other historic grounds. Latham's leadership draws on recent series successes while pacers like Jamieson bring Championship know-how from county stints. The selection emphasizes depth in seam bowling for the northern summer challenges.
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