T20 World Cup 2026: Skipping India series for BPL pays off, but Neesham has muted World Cup comeback against Afghanistan

Jimmy Neesham found his way back into the NZ squad for their T20 WC opener against Afghanistan, but his return was a muted one. The allrounder did not get a chance to bat, and neither was he able to get a wicket in the three overs he bowled.