New Zealand Cricket partners with CricViz in seven-year deal for data, scoring, and fan engagement
CricViz, the global leader in cricket data and analytics, has been appointed as the Official Performance Analysis and Scoring Partner of New Zealand Cricket (NZC) under a landmark seven-year agreement, set to begin ahead of the upcoming summer season.
This long-term partnership establishes a fully integrated ecosystem of CricViz’s industry-leading technology across both elite performance and match scoring operations for NZC.
Unified data platform to drive high performance and fan engagement
Under the agreement, NZC will leverage CricViz’s real-time data tools to enhance its men’s and women’s high-performance programs, enabling sharper decision-making on and off the field.
At the same time, cricket fans around the world will benefit from richer match coverage, live insights, and interactive digital experiences powered by CricViz’s advanced analytics and scoring solutions.
One of the key advantages of the partnership is the consolidation of multiple tools and vendors into a single platform. This shift is expected to simplify operations, increase internal efficiency, and ensure consistent, data-informed processes across all levels of the organization.
Executive comments on the CricViz–NZC agreement
Michael Kivido, Managing Director of CricViz, emphasized the strategic value of the partnership:
“Over the next seven years, CricViz will provide NZC with the most advanced analytical tools in our sector, helping to drive better decisions on the field and deliver exceptional experiences for fans off it.”
“By unifying high performance and fan engagement through one trusted platform, this agreement brings long-term value and cutting-edge innovation in equal measure.”
Scott Weenink, Chief Executive of New Zealand Cricket, welcomed the deal and highlighted its impact:
“CricViz’s advanced analytical tools will sharpen our decision-making on the field, while their innovative fan engagement platforms will elevate the way we connect with supporters worldwide.”
“This partnership positions us at the forefront of cricket’s data-driven future.”
A data-driven future for New Zealand Cricket
This strategic move underscores NZC’s intent to be a global leader in the use of data, performance analytics, and digital engagement in cricket. The alignment with CricViz gives NZC a unique advantage as the sport increasingly embraces technology, AI, and real-time data applications.
The partnership is expected to shape not only the national teams’ performance but also how fans, broadcasters, and stakeholders experience cricket in New Zealand over the coming years.
