This article describes the history of New Zealand cricket from the 1970–71 season until 2000.
New Zealand's outstanding player in this period was the great fast bowler and all-rounder Richard Hadlee.
Bangladesh toured New Zealand in November and December 1997 and played four first-class and four List A matches.
Bangladesh had not yet been granted full international status, so there were no Tests.
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