Fast bowler Ben Sears will make his international return - after being named in the Black Caps’ squad for cricket's Champions Trophy in Pakistan and the UAE next month. 

Eight months post knee injury, the 26-year-old's comeback performance in the Super Smash this week has impressed selectors enough to see him join the team in Pakistan and the UAE next month.

New captain Mitchell Santner is the sole specialist spinner for the Tournament and he talks to Piney about the players who did - and didn't - make selection. 

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