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    A pair of Black Caps have been named in the ICC test cricket team of the year

    A pair of Black Caps have been named in the ICC test cricket team of the year


    Batter Kane Williamson and pace bowler Matt Henry have been included for their performances in 2024.

    The lone Australian in the side, Pat Cummins, has been named captain.

    England have the most inclusions with four, followed by India's three.

    There's no room for any New Zealanders in the men's and women's one-day teams of the year.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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