Jamieson gets central contract from NZ for impressive debut against India

Pace sensation Kyle Jamieson's "outstanding" performance against India in his debut Test series early this year on Friday earned him a central contract from New Zealand Cricket (NZC) for the 2020-21 season.

The 25-year-old Jamieson earned the Man of the Match award in his ODI debut against India, before grabbing the Player of the Match award for taking a five wicket haul in the second Test at Hagley Oval. Overall, Jamieson grabbed nine wickets and averaged 46 with the bat in the two Tests against Virat Kohli's men.

"Kyle's performances against the might of India were nothing short of outstanding and at 25 years of age he's certainly got a big future," selection manager Gavin Larsen said in a media statement.

Left-arm spinner Ajaz Patel and South African-born batsman Devon Conway were also offered contracts for the first time for the next one year.

The contracts will officially commence from August 1 and players have until May 22 to accept or decline the offer.

"It's really exciting to offer contracts to Kyle, Ajaz and Devon who have all impressed over the past 12 months,"
"We see Ajaz as the incumbent Test spinner at present and he'll be looking to stamp his mark on that spot after some strong efforts with the ball in the sub-continent."