{
  "id": 13681469,
  "title": "Why New Zealand has released special jerseys ahead of India’s tour",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/why-new-zealand-has-released-special-jerseys-ahead-of-indias-tour",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-11T08:54:08.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/india-vs-new-zealand-special-odi-jersey-100-years-kotahitanga-10916371/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "New Zealand Cricket has introduced limited-edition Kotahitanga ODI jerseys in anticipation of India's upcoming tour. This one-month tour, slated for October and November, will encompass five T20Is, five ODIs, and two Tests. The NZC's tweet highlighted the special jersey, which celebrates the 100-year bond between Aotearoa and India through the intertwining of both nations' cultures. The jerseys feature lotus flowers, mandala art, and Maori kowhaiwhai patterns, symbolizing the connection between past and present players, fans, and those behind the scenes. Designed by artists Ben Thomason, Shiv Narandas, and Jai Pancha, the Kotahitanga ODI shirt is now available for purchase at various stores. New Zealand's Mitchell Santner will lead a full-strength squad for the ODI series, starting with five T20Is from October 22. Following this, the Test stars will begin their preparation for the two-match Test series ahead of the 2027 World Cup.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "New Zealand Cricket releases limited-edition Kotahitanga ODI jerseys.",
    "Jerseys celebrate 100-year bond between Aotearoa and India.",
    "Designs feature lotus flowers, mandala art, and Maori patterns."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/indias-cockroach-leaders-released-as-movement-calls-for-more-protests",
        "published": "2026-10-11T07:03:40.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}