Friday 5 April 2013

Tourists make two changes

          
   Meanwhile, ex-captain Daniel Vettori and wicketkeeper Luke Ronchi have been named in the limited-overs squad.Luke Ronchi gets his chance after impressing on the domestic scene. We know how dangerous he is and look forward to seeing him display his talents on the international stage.All-rounder Vettori returns after an eight-month absence with an Achilles problem, while Perth-raised Ronchi previously played seven internationals for Australia.The action then breaks away for the Champions Trophy from 6-23 June, before two Twenty20 game between the nations take place at The Oval on 25 and 27 June. Opener Guptill is recalled after he missed the previous Test series with a thumb injury.The sides will contest two Tests, three one-day internationals, two Twenty20 games and the ICC Champions Trophy.The ODI squad has a core group of players who have now played in a number of international tournaments and bring a wealth of experience, national selection manager Kim Littlejohn said. "Having Daniel Vettori back in the side adds to that and we're really excited to have someone of his quality back in the team.

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