In preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, New Zealand has unveiled their new jersey that breaks away from the traditional black color they have been known as the “Black Caps”. The new design features an aquamarine color with a large silver fern symbol, which was first introduced in 1999 when they switched from white and grey limited-over cricket clothing.
Since then, New Zealand has stuck to an all-black look in limited-over cricket. However, this time around, the new jersey omits black from the collar and border while keeping the aquamarine color. The new design has received mixed reactions from netizens, with some expressing shock or disgust at the color change. Many feel that dropping black from the jersey is disrespectful and does not represent New Zealand properly.
Others lament the absence of the color they associate so strongly with the Black Caps and suggest that black with silver or white trim would have been a better choice. Despite criticism, some users appreciate New Zealand’s consistent effort to introduce new jersey designs for their team and like how it mirrors the colors of the 1999 design but with lighter shades. Overall, it sparked a variety of reactions among fans and supporters of the Black Caps.