T20 World Cup 2026: Mitchell Opens Up on New Role as Finisher for New Zealand

Mitchell has been given a new role in the T20I team. (PC: BCCI)

New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell has shed light on his new role as a finisher in the team ahead of their Super Eight clash against Sri Lanka, scheduled for February 25.

Mitchell has batted only twice in the tournament so far. On both occasions, he came in at number six, scoring 25 not out and 32. In the five-match series against India prior to the start of the World Cup, Mitchell played a similar role. Glenn Phillips and Mark Chapman have been batting above him, with Finn Allen, Tim Seifert and Rachin Ravindra forming the top order.

“I have a finisher’s role from the 10-over mark onwards – trying to read and adapt to the situation of the game and help us win those moments at the back end of the innings,” Mitchell told Reuters.

Allen and Seifert have done the bulk of the scoring for the Kiwis in the World Cup. Mitchell hopes the opening pair continue their strong form at the top, while also acknowledging the balance of the team.

“The ‘Bash Brothers’ at the top have done a great job, and long may that continue throughout this tournament. We’ve recognised the balance of our side here in India,” Mitchell said. “The powerplay is very important, but the same goes for the middle overs with spin and the death overs as well.”

New Zealand’s first Super Eight game against Pakistan was washed out without a ball being bowled due to rain. The 2021 finalists have lost one game in the tournament, which came against South Africa in Ahmedabad.

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