The schedule for the Dream11 Super Smash 2023/24 has been released with five home matches scheduled at Kennards Hire Community Oval, Eden Park’s Outer Oval. The tournament opener will be hosted in Auckland this season with The Auckland ACES & HEARTS taking on rivals Canterbury Kings & Magicians on the 19th of December. Four further home matches are scheduled in … Read More
Exciting Young Talent Awarded as HEARTS 2023/24 Contracts are Announced
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Exciting Young Talent Awarded as HEARTS 2023/24 Contracts are Announced
The f2023/24 HEARTS contract list has been released, with some exciting young talent being awarded a place at the table for the season ahead. Wicketkeeper Elizabeth Buchanan joins the contract list after making her T20 debut against the Central Hinds last season, while left-arm orthodox spinning all-rounder Kate Irwin and pace bowler Olivia Anderson also earn their places on the list. Daniel … Read More
Tarun Nethula Appointed as HEARTS Performance & Talent Coach
Hearts
Tarun Nethula Appointed as HEARTS Performance & Talent Coach
Former Auckland ACES leg-spinner Tarun Nethula has been appointed as the HEARTS’ new Performance and Talent Coach. The 40-year-old, who represented the BLACKCAPS in five ODIs and played domestic cricket between 2008 and 2019, will also serve as a spin bowling specialist coach for the wider High-Performance setup. “I’m really excited to be joining the HEARTS setup and am especially … Read More
Auckland Cricket Announces Exciting New Changes to Women's Club Cricket for 2023/24
Club Cricket
Auckland Cricket Announces Exciting New Changes to Women’s Club Cricket for 2023/24
The Auckland Cricket Association (ACA) is excited to announce significant changes to our senior women’s club cricket competitions for the upcoming 2023/24 season. Committed to promoting female participation throughout Auckland, ACA has restructured its competitions based on consultations with club managers, players, and coaches. These changes are designed to offer more meaningful playing opportunities for female participants. This encompasses introducing … Read More
Auckland Cricket Academy Squads Announced for 2023/24!
Domestic Cricket
Auckland Cricket Academy Squads Announced for 2023/24!
Auckland Cricket has announced the two female and three male wider training squads for the ACA Academy as the 2023/24 pre-season begins. The Auckland Cricket Academy is the cornerstone of our talent development programme. The programme is designed to take some of Auckland’s best identified talent and put them in a learning environment that challenges and educates them on the … Read More
2023/24 Plunket Shield, Hallyburton Johnstone Shield & Ford Trophy Dates Announced!
Domestic Cricket
2023/24 Plunket Shield, Hallyburton Johnstone Shield & Ford Trophy Dates Announced!
The schedule for three 2023/24 domestic competitions has been announced and we are blessed with a bevy of home matches at Kennards Hire Community Oval. Combined with the soon-to-be-announced dates for the Super Smash, 2023/24 is set to be a carnival of cricketing action. As usual, the Plunket Shield kicks off the summer on the 20th of October with the … Read More
2023/24 Club Cricket Registrations are Open!
Club Cricket
2023/24 Club Cricket Registrations are Open!
Join the ultimate summer fun and action on the cricket pitch in Auckland! As the days lengthen and sun shines brightly over Tāmaki Makaurau, it’s time to embrace our great summer sport for another season. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a newcomer eager to learn, our Auckjland clubs welcome all cricket enthusiasts to register and be part of the … Read More
Yahya Zeb Secures 16th Spot as 2023/24 Contracts are Finalised
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Yahya Zeb Secures 16th Spot as 2023/24 Contracts are Finalised
An exciting young pace prospect has secured the final ACES contract for the 2023/24 season. 19-year old Yahya Zeb, who plays his club cricket for Eden Roskill, received the 16th and final contract for the ACES. Daniel Archer, Auckland Cricket’s Director of Performance and Talent, says the fast bowler has impressed with his commitment over the last few seasons. “Yahya … Read More
Adi Ashok Earns Maiden Blackcaps Call Up for UAE Tour
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Adi Ashok Earns Maiden Blackcaps Call Up for UAE Tour
ACES legspinning maestro Adithya Ashok has been called up to the BLACKCAPS squad for the T20I tour of the UAE in August. 20-year old Ashok has been a standout performer in all formats for the ACES over the last two seasons. He was a consistent performer in the Super Smash, claiming seven wickets and producing match-turning spells. BLACKCAPS coach Gary … Read More
Big Home Summer Announced as Eden Park Set to Host T20 Australia Double
Club Cricket
Big Home Summer Announced as Eden Park Set to Host T20 Australia Double
The first New Zealand international summer to be screened live on free-to-air TVNZ in 24 years will comprise a potential 48 days of cricket, played across 10 venues from Auckland in the north to Dunedin in the south. Auckland will have two chances to witness one of the great rivalries in international cricket play out on the largest New Zealand … Read More