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The nature of the Black Caps' heavy defeats was described as "spineless" in the Kiwi media, although the team's reputation as the "nice guys" of world cricket remained true, and was amplified in the images of the away side sharing time with the Aussie players after the Sydney match.
Pictured in the dressing rooms are a number of Australia and New Zealand players, with Matthew Wade the centre of attention.
Several players across both sides already have existing relationships, such as Indian Premier League teammates Kane Williamson and David Warner at Sunrisers Hyderabad.
Drinks after play between sides is nothing new, especially at all levels of cricket.
The hard-fought Ashes series in England in the winter ended with both sides meeting up following the final match at The Oval.
The series ended in a historic draw at 2-2, but each match featured moments of high drama, intrigue and emotion.
Quick to put aside the gritty five-match series, members of both sides linked up afterwards, with ECB communications head Danny Reuben posting to social media: "This is what it's all about. The cut and thrust of Ashes cricket. Let's just have a beer and reminisce. Why cricket is the best!"