Wellington, April 29 -- A total of 10 players that featured in New Zealand's title winning run at the last ICC Women's T20 World Cup have been included in the White Ferns' squad of 15 for the upcoming tournament in England and Wales.

The defending champions became the second side to reveal their squad for the T20 World Cup on Wednesday, with star all-rounder Melie Kerr to lead the side after she recently took over from long-time skipper Sophie Devine.

The Kiwis' squad has a good mix of experience and youth, with veterans Suzie Bates and Devine to appear at their 10th T20 World Cup as newcomers Nensi Patel and batter Izzy Sharp are welcomed into the fold for their first experience at the ICC tournament. First-choice spinner Eden Carson mis...