Gary Stead backs Henry Nicholls for number three test batting position

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New Zealand coach Gary Stead has backed Henry Nicholls to bat at number three in Tests following Kane Williamson's retirement.
Stead said Nicholls deserves the spot after racking up runs in domestic cricket.
He also praised Nicholls' determination to force his way back into the Test XI.

Whether Nicholls is confirmed and performs at number three in the upcoming Tests
How the batting order settles in Williamson's absence

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Named New Zealand · Nicholls · Walter · Williamson

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