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 Black Caps eventually closed on 61-6 - 79 behind.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 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
They have won their past three T20 series against Pakistan and beat the Black Caps last year.
From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026
"Brothers o' ther Black Caps," said the leader, "what is ther fate we-uns gives ter revenues?"
From Frank Merriwell Down South by Standish, Burt L.
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