India, November 13, 2026: From Canterbury to Andhra: Gary Stead and Justin Paul’s 34-year cricketing bond. The Hindu reported the development in a detailed account.

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In Lincoln this week, Cameron Paul ran in for New Zealand A against India A in the third unofficial Test and claimed his first wicket for the side when Dhruv Jurel holed out to Alex Stead. Alex was only a substitute fielder, but he was in the right place at the right moment. It was a catch straight out of the stars, one that would have brought the warmest smiles to both families.

After all, 34 years ago, their fathers, Justin Paul and Gary Stead, stood arm in arm for the New Zealand U-19 side that toured India. Around them were Stephen Fleming, the Hart brothers (Matthew and Robbie), Heath Davis and Geoff Wilson, the last Double All Black to represent his country at the highest level in both rugby union and cricket. Their opponents were a sprightly Indian side led by Rahul Dravid.

Gary went on to play for the senior team before carving out a successful coaching career, including stints with the Black Caps and the White Ferns. Justin, meanwhile, walked away from cricket to pursue a life in education, among other things.

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