Boult set eyes on World Cup 2023
Trent Boult
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New Zealand pacer Trent Boult has set his target on the upcoming ODI World Cup and aims for his side to lift the trophy after two missed chances.
Boult was named in the squad for the four-match ODI series against England, having last played an ODI for the Black Caps almost a year ago in September 2022.
"I have always had this in the back of my mind to come back and work towards an ODI World Cup. There's history involved there. The times we have had in previous campaigns has been very exciting. So just hungry to get involved, and hopefully play a big role,” said Boult.
“I'm just thinking about hopefully lifting something pretty shiny that we were pretty close to four years ago. That's the biggest focus," he said.
Boult also reflected on his decision to reject a central contract a year ago for a more favourable playing schedule but made it clear that his focus has always been to play for New Zealand.
"It wasn't an easy decision to make just over a year ago to move away from New Zealand cricket bubble in a way. I never wanted it to be about New Zealand or franchise cricket. I just respected the fact that my career is [only] so long, and just tried to make the most of my remaining years as a bowler,”
"Yeah, definitely as hungry as ever to still represent the country, and hopefully do something special with the guys over the next couple of months. I can't wait," he added.
