New Zealand Cricketers Impressed by Kabaddi, Select Players for the Game

Talented kabaddi players have powerful legs and agility, and New Zealand cricketers have selected the individuals most suited for the game.

During their recent World Cup assignment in India, all-rounder Mitchell Santner, wicketkeeper Tom Latham, and pacer Trent Boult were very pleased by kabaddi. Latham even drew comparisons between rugby, the most popular sport in New Zealand, and kabaddi, as the All Blacks are idolized there.

Boult, Santner, and Latham expressed interest when they saw highlights from the Pro Kabaddi League, one of the most well-liked franchise leagues in the nation, during their World Cup run this time, which ended in the semi-finals in India.

Tim Southee, Glenn Phillips, and Daryl Mitchell are the three teammates that think they would be excellent "raiders" and "defenders" in this game.

Boult encouraged Mitchell and Southee to give the sport a try, stating that the two are well-suited to the demands of a demanding sport like kabaddi.

"I've seen it twice or three times. I believe that the sport requires powerful legs. For this game, I would put up Tim Southee and Daryl Mitchell's names," he stated.

Latham, on the other hand, chose Phillips.

It seems like a physically demanding game. Guys work together to stop one person from crossing the line, giving the game a rugby-like appearance. Glenn Phillips is my choice for this sport. Latham said, "He's a powerful pocket rocket."

Because of his mobility, Phillips also received Santner's approval to play kabaddi.

"I probably lack the strength for the sport, but I do have the squirminess." For kabaddi, you must possess strength and agility. Lockie Ferguson may be a good player. He has broad legs and a powerful core.

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