New Zealand has revealed their new jersey for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, marking a departure from their traditional black color. This change has been met with mixed reactions from fans and supporters of the team.
In 1999, New Zealand introduced black into their jerseys, switching from their usual white and grey limited-over cricket clothes. The new jersey featured a bright aquamarine color with a large silver fern design, which became a symbol closely associated with the team. Since then, the Black Caps have maintained an all-black look in limited-over cricket. However, the new jersey for the upcoming World Cup goes back to the aquamarine color of 1999, without black on the collar or border.
Some netizens have expressed shock or disgust at the color change, feeling that dropping black from the jersey is disrespectful and does not represent New Zealand properly. Others lament the absence of the color they associate so strongly with the Black Caps and suggest that black with silver or white trim would have been a better choice. However, others appreciate New Zealand’s consistent effort to introduce new jersey designs for their team and have expressed approval of the lighter colors in the new design.
Overall, while some may be disappointed by this change in uniforms for The Black Caps team ahead of T20 World Cup 2024 , it is clear that New Zealand remains committed to representing themselves in international sports events through unique and innovative ways.