New Zealand Cricket CEO Scott Weenink will step down from his role following a dispute with players and member associations over the future of T20 cricket in the country.
He had differences with ‘several member associations’ and the players’ association over the plans and long-term direction of the game.
Scott Weenink will be stepping away from the position on January 30, 2026, after a two-and-a-half-year stint.
Speaking on his retirement, Scott Weenink said the decision was carefully considered. “After careful consideration, it has become clear that I hold a different view from several member associations, and the NZCPA (New Zealand Cricket Players’ Association), on the future priorities for NZC, including the long-term direction of the game and the best role for T20 cricket in New Zealand.”
“Given these differences, I believe it is in the best interests of the organisation that new leadership takes NZC forward from here.”
“While I am saddened to leave after such a successful period, I do not wish to create ongoing instability by continuing without the support of some key stakeholders. I depart with pride in the excellent progress made by NZC during my time as CEO, and confidence in the people in NZC who will carry the game forward.”
“I will return to the role of executive chair of Xceda Group, subject to regulatory approvals, in the new year. I will take with me great memories of my time with NZC.”
Scott Weenink was appointed chief executive of NZC in August 2023, and under him. His tenure foresaw New Zealand’s triumph in the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, the men’s Test series in India in 2024 and made the final of the men’s Champions Trophy in 2025.
His announcement came in the wake of new plans being put in place to launch NZ20, a franchise-based T20 league with the inaugural edition in January 2027.
The league’s operating model would be similar to that of the Caribbean Premier League, with the tournament receiving the license from NZC but being managed independently.
The tournament’s once it’s in place, will replace the men’s and women’s Super Smash. The proposed competition would operate under a licensing model similar to CPL, with independent management and foreign investment.
New Zealand’s absence from the global franchise T20 landscape, Scott Weenink reportedly favoured alternative pathways, including the possibility of a New Zealand franchise entering Australia’s Big Bash League.
However, the future of the NZ20 now rests with incoming leadership, with clarity on the league expected by early 2026.
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