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In which year did the New Zealand cricket team adopt the "Black Caps" nickname?

  • 1988

  • 1993

  • 1998

  • 2003

Answer

The New Zealand cricket team adopted the nickname "Black Caps" in January 1998, after a competition held by their sponsor, Clear Communications. The name has since become synonymous with the team and its identity.
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