Michael Bracewell, who is featuring in the IND vs NZ ODI series, comes from a deeply rooted cricketing family in New Zealand.
His uncle Brendon Bracewell represented New Zealand in 6 Test matches during the 1980s.
Another uncle, John Bracewell, played 41 Tests and 53 ODIs, later serving as New Zealand’s head coach.
Michael’s father Mark Bracewell played first-class cricket, continuing the family’s strong cricketing legacy.
His brother Doug Bracewell represented New Zealand in Tests, ODIs and T20Is, before retiring recently due to injuries.
Carrying forward the family tradition, Michael Bracewell now leads New Zealand in the ODI leg against India.