Smith, Clarkson replace Conway, Allen in NZC Central Contracts

New Zealand Cricket (NZC) has handed over maiden contracts to Nathan Smith and Josh Clarkson. They effectively came on board following Devon Conway and Finn Allen's decisions to opt out of the retainer. While Williamson and Conway have been given casual playing contracts, Allen wasn't given any such option, but he would remain eligible for selection on a case-to-case basis.