Black Caps
Britishplural noun
Etymology
Origin of Black Caps
C20: so named because of the players' black caps
Example Sentences
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In choosing their group to take on the stiff challenge of the Black Caps at Lord's, England will have to make decisions over their opening pair, spinner and pace bowlers.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
On that occasion, England celebrated their astonishing victory over the Black Caps with beers on the dressing room balcony.
From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026
The Black Caps could be pipped to a semi-final place by Pakistan if they lose but England confirmed their progression with victory over Pakistan on Tuesday.
From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026
An under-strength Black Caps backed up their remarkable maiden Test series win in India, when they powered to a 3-0 clean sweep in 2024.
From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026
Two of the Black Caps stepped out, and Frank started a bit, for he believed one of them was Wade Miller.
From Frank Merriwell Down South by Standish, Burt L.
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