Cricket: Concerns over Black Caps' Bangladesh tour

There are grave concerns over the standard of competition the Black Caps will face on next month's tour to Bangladesh.

Six Bangladeshi players have reportedly retired from international cricket to play in the rebel Indian Cricket League.

New Zealand Cricket CEO Justin Vaughan says it shows what a threat the ICL still is.

He says it will not be good for the tour if they have to play a weakened opposition, but it will also hugely hinder Bangladesh's development on the international stage.

Vaughan says the Black Caps need good cricket before tests and one-day internationals against the likes of Australia.

Meanwhile, Vaughan continues to remain tight-lipped over potential candidates for the Black Caps coaching job.

South African coach Mickey Arthur is the latest to be linked. Vaughan says interviews begin this week but he does not want to disclose the candidates at this stage, and the formal process will be on-going through September and possibly into October.

- NEWSTALK ZB