12 Dec 2024

NZ Sporting History: Daniel Vettori

From Afternoons, 2:30 pm on 12 December 2024

In a career that spanned 18 years, Daniel Vettori established himself as one of the finest left-arm spinners in cricket history. 

Making his debut at just 18, Vettori went on to become New Zealand's most capped ODI player, the third-highest wicket-taker, and, alongside Ross Taylor, New Zealand's most capped Test cricketer. 

With over 4,500 Test runs, including six centuries, he also took over the captaincy during a dark period in New Zealand cricket.

Since retiring, Vettori has turned to coaching, currently working with the SunRisers Hyderabad in the IPL and the Australian Men's bowling squad..

Last week, he was recognised as one of New Zealand's greatest players ... joining the likes of Sir Richard Hadlee and Martin Crowe in New Zealand's inaugural Hall of Fame

Australian bowling coach Daniel Vettori

Australian bowling coach Daniel Vettori Photo: PHOTOSPORT

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