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Michael Bracewell, Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, and NZC executive Glenn Critchley joined business leaders at an invite only Golf Day organised with TCM Sports

Mumbai, January 6, 2026: New Zealand Cricket hosted an exclusive business engagement event in Mumbai, bringing together members of the touring New Zealand men’s cricket team and senior leaders from India’s corporate community. The New Zealand Cricket Golf Day was held at the Willingdon Sports Club and organised in partnership with TCM Sports, a long term commercial partner of New Zealand Cricket.
The invite only event created a premium networking environment that blended sport, leadership, and relationship building beyond the cricket field. It formed part of New Zealand Cricket’s broader efforts to strengthen engagement with partners and stakeholders in key international markets, including India.

Several members of the touring squad participated in the event, including ODI captain Michael Bracewell, along with Daryl Mitchell, Glenn Phillips, Mitch Hay, Kyle Jamieson, Zak Foulkes, Henry Nicholls, and Adi Ashok. Assistant coaches Luke Ronchi and Jacob Oram were also present, offering guests an opportunity to interact with players and coaching staff in an informal setting.
Senior representation noting New Zealand Cricket’s commercial strategy was led by Glenn Critchley, Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer, who joined business leaders for discussions around sport, leadership, and long term partnerships. Patrick Rata, New Zealand High Commissioner to India, also attended the event, highlighting the importance of sporting and cultural engagement in strengthening ties between New Zealand and India.

Speaking on the sidelines of the event, Glenn Critchley said New Zealand Cricket’s global identity has been built on consistent performance, strong values, and a progressive outlook. He noted that initiatives such as the Golf Day allow the organisation to celebrate its legacy while engaging with partners in a more personal and meaningful manner, particularly in markets like India that play a central role in world cricket.
The golf sessions were followed by an evening programme featuring two moderated chat sessions with players and coaches, where attendees gained insights into team culture, leadership experiences, and life on the international cricket circuit. The day concluded with a closed door dinner and networking interaction among invited guests.

TCM Sports has played a key role over the years in developing platforms that connect New Zealand Cricket with business communities across regions. The Golf Day reflected a shared vision of creating focused engagement formats that prioritise quality interaction over scale.
The event was supported by Mahindra Lifespaces as Presenting Partner and Mahindra Auto as Co Presenting Partner. The New Zealand men’s team is currently in India for a three match ODI and five match T20I series, with fixtures scheduled to begin on January 11.

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