GENERAL10 Sept 2026
Santner opts out of BBL to remain available for India, Australia Tests
New Zealand's white-ball captain Mitchell Santner has turned down a Big Bash League contract with the Adelaide Strikers. He wants to be free for New Zealand's home series against India, which includes two Tests, and the four-Test tour of Australia. He also wants to keep captaining. The offer was good, he said, but playing for his country matters more right now.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Santner was approached by the Adelaide Strikers but chose not to take the offer, with New Zealand's international commitments taking priority.
- New Zealand will host India in a full series, including two Tests, from October 22 to December 1, before travelling to Australia for a four-Test series.
- Santner said he does not want to give up the captaincy and felt that captaining without a central contract would not sit right at this stage.
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