New Zealand all-rounder Michael Bracewell opts for casual playing contract

Wellington, Oct 5 (UNI) Experienced all-rounder Michael Bracewell has become to the latest player from New Zealand to opt for a casual playing contract with the Black Caps. Bracewell has decided to relinquish his spot on the central contract list as he chases an opportunity in Australia's domestic Big Bash League, with left-handed batter Nick Kelly named as his replacement. Last month Mark Chapman made a similar move when he decided to opt for a casual playing contract for the 2026/27 season, while Finn Allen, Lockie Ferguson, Adam Milne and Tim Seifert are among the other New Zealand players to…