New Zealand

Scott Styris in action in the warm-up match against Australia at The Oval

Packed with match-winners, New Zealand will hoping to reach at least the semi-final - the same stage they were knocked out in 2007.

Led by Daniel Vettori, the Black Caps have stars in their batting line-up - Brendon McCullum, Ross Taylor, Jesse Ryder and Jacob Oram, all of whom enjoyed moments of success in the Indian Premier League, particularly Taylor.

Their bowling does not match up in comparison with only the skipper the only recognised world-class operator.

New Zealand are in Group D alongside South Africa and Scotland.

Daniel Vettori (captain)
The left-arm spinner has long been heralded as one of best finger spinners in the world and, with the recent improvement to his batting, he can now genuinely claim all-rounder status. A captain who leads from the front, he will be one of New Zealand’s star performers.

Neil Broom
Having made his international debut earlier this year, Broom is a newcomer to the squad. The middle-order batsman has learned his trade in the New Zealand first-class game and will be hoping to make his mark on the biggest stage.

Ian Butler
An opening bowler with genuine pace, Butler is enjoying a renaissance to his international career after a seven-year absence. His speed could be a real threat for Vettori's men at the start of the innings.

Brendon Diamanti
Aged 29, this exciting all-rounder made a late entrance into international cricket. His explosive middle-order batting will provide New Zealand with more depth, while he is known for making something happen with the ball. You cannot help but watch when he is involved.

James Franklin
Franklin’s left-arm swing will provide good variety with the ball and, with a Test century to his name, he may well contribute some vital lower-order runs.

Martin Guptill
The exciting opening batsman is generally regarded as New Zealand’s brightest prospect. An unbeaten century on his ODI debut against West Indies means there are high hopes for Guptill and any runs he does score is an even greater achievement considering he only has two toes on one of his feet.

Brendon McCullum
The true superstar of the Black Caps team, McCullum is one of the most feared top-order batsman in the world. With a strike-rate of 125, his explosive and carefree strokeplay can be simply devastating and bowlers can be excused wanting to stay well out of the firing line. To boost his stock further, he is also a world-class wicketkeeper.

Nathan McCullum
The older brother of Brendon, Nathan is a bowling all-rounder who featured in the New Zealand squad for the World Twenty20 in South Africa in 2007. Will be keen to match the levels of performance that his sibling is capable of.

Peter McGlashan
With Brendon McCullum such an integral part of the side, reserve wicketkeeper McGlashan is unlikely to get much time on the field. However, his 56 not out against India in a ODI earlier this year suggests he will not let his side down if he is called upon.

Kyle Mills
A regular in New Zealand’s side in recent years, Mills has been a steady performer with the ball all forms of the game. He also contributes useful runs down the order as well, and should have a big part to play in England.

Ian O’Brien
Acclimatising himself to English conditions with an early-summer spell at Leicestershire, O’Brien will be keen to take advantage of swinging conditions during the tournament. Capable of some impressive death bowling, he should be an influential player.

Jacob Oram
If an imposing 6ft 6in frame does not make people sit up and take note of Oram, his powerful hitting will do the trick. His bowling may be little more than medium pace, but his nagging line and awkward length back-of-length make him notoriously difficult to get away. A world-class all-rounder and a key component in New Zealand’s bid for glory.

Aaron Redmond
An aggressive opening batsman, Redmond was called up to the squad after Jesse Ryder was forced to withdraw due to an infection. Fears that Ryder's absence would hamper New Zealand's prospects were eased significantly as Redmond blazed 63 off just 30 balls in his first game, the Super Eights clash against Ireland.

Jesse Ryder
Ryder's foray into international cricket has been blighted with disciplinary problems, but an upturn in recent fortunes has seen his cricket do the talking. His hard-hitting batting will undoubtedly be a major asset throughout the tournament and he is handy with the ball as well.

Scott Styris
Following his retirement from Test cricket in 2008, Styris has been been able to prolong his one-day career, much to the delight of New Zealand fans. The 33-year-old has a fantastic limited-overs record and is a genuine threat with both bat and ball.

Ross Taylor
An outstanding campaign for the Bangalore Chargers in the recent Indian Premier League has seen Taylor become one of the most highly regarded one-day players in the world. His aggressive strokeplay will stand his side in good stead.

Jesse Ryder was withdrawn from the New Zealand squad on June 11 due to an infection which required hospital treatment. He was replaced by Aaron Redmond.