Black Caps
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of Black Caps
C20: so named because of the players' black caps
Example Sentences
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The review could not save Mitchell, who was frustrated to see the ball was shaving leg stump - another umpire's call that has gone against the Black Caps in this match.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
The series against New Zealand and Pakistan – starting with the first Test against the Black Caps at Lord's on Thursday – carry more significance than they might if results had gone well.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
However, Sri Lanka managed to scrape past the figure in 15.5 overs for the loss of five wickets which saw the Black Caps progress to the knockout phase.
From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026
"I think if you look historically at the Black Caps, you would probably say that they're a team that have been great problem solvers," Walters told reporters.
From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026
"Ter dispose o' spies," chorused the Black Caps.
From Frank Merriwell Down South by Standish, Burt L.
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