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New Zealand Cricket released a special Kotahitanga ODI jersey for the upcoming series against India.
The design blends Maori and Indian motifs, including lotus flowers, mandala art, kowhaiwhai lines and other cultural patterns.
The shirt was created by artists Ben Thomason, Shiv Narandas and Jai Pancha.
Officials said the jersey celebrates shared sporting history and the collaborative spirit behind the design.
Why it mattersThe jersey ties a bilateral cricket series to a centenary milestone, showing how sport is being used to frame the matches as part of wider India-New Zealand relations.
More context
The tour is scheduled to begin with a T20I series on October 22, followed by five ODIs starting November 4.