New Zealand Cricket has today paid tribute to BLACKCAPS' captains Daniel Vettori and Stephen Fleming, former CEO Chris Doig and former team manager John Graham for making the Queen’s Birthday honours list.
Daniel Vettori
Officers of the Order of Merit (ONZM), for services to cricket
Stephen Fleming
Officers of the Order of Merit (ONZM), for services to cricket
Chris Doig
Companions of the Order of Merit (CNZM), for services to the arts and sport
John Graham
Knights Companion of the Order of Merit (KNZM), for services to education and sport
New Zealand Cricket CEO Justin Vaughan spoke with pride after hearing of the achievements saying: “The honour is richly deserved and everyone throughout cricket in New Zealand will be delighted they have been recognised in such a way.
“For Chris and John the recognition extends beyond their work with cricket and acknowledges the huge contribution they have made across other sports, art and education.
“For Dan and Stephen the award takes note of the impressive contribution they have made to cricket on and off the field. Their achievements and popularity have raised cricket’s profile in New Zealand and they continue to inspire young players and fans around the country.
“Both Dan and Stephen are excellent role models and great ambassadors for the game.
The New Zealand Order of Merit is one of the highest civil honours.
