Boult to play UAE's ILT20, unlikely to be part of NZ squad for Pakistan tour

The Blackcaps will feature in three ODIs and two Tests in Pakistan, however, Boult will be in action for MI Emirates in UAE International T20 League (ILT20) during the same time.

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Pacer Trent Boult is unlikely to be part of the New Zealand squad for Pakistan tour, scheduled in December 2022/January 2023.

The Blackcaps will feature in three ODIs and two Tests in Pakistan, however, Boult will be in action for MI Emirates in UAE International T20 League (ILT20) during the same time.

MI Emirates confirmed their squad ahead of the inaugural edition. The squad based in Abu Dhabi includes a bunch of star players, including the likes of renowned West Indies players Kieron Pollard, Dwayne Bravo, Nicholas Pooran, and Trent Boult. ILT20 is scheduled to take place from January 6 to February 12, 2023.

Other international players picked by the MI Emirates, include the likes of veteran South African spinner Imran Tahir, the Afghanistan trio of Najibullah Zadran, Fazalhaq Farooqui, and Zahir Khan, among others.

Remember, the 33-year-old had asked New Zealand Cricket (NZC) to be released from his central contract as he wants to spend more time with his family and make himself available to play in the domestic leagues.

After giving up on the contract, Boult will have a significantly reduced role for New Zealand.