Batsman Ross Taylor has been appointed New Zealand cricket captain, replacing spin bowler Daniel Vettori, who stepped down in March after the World Cup.
In a major shake-up of selection system in the country, the New Zealand Cricket (NZC) on Wednesday disbanded its national selection panel and replaced it with a new post of National Selection Manager (NSM).
Duncan Fletcher's appointment as India's cricket coach was seen as a move in the right direction by former cricketers and coaches who said the Zimbabwean's vast experience in coaching will hold him in good stead during his two-year stint.
Former Australian national coach John Buchanan, who guided the side to three World Cups, has been confirmed as New Zealand's new director of cricket.
Former Australia coach John Buchanan is set to become the first director of cricket of New Zealand, according to a report.