MUMBAI: New Zealand Cricket (NZC) and Ford have formed a new commercial partnership which links the global car manufacturer with all levels of the game in New Zealand.

The new partnership will see Ford become the official team sponsor of the six Major Association teams competing in men’s domestic cricket.

In addition, Ford will be the official vehicle supplier to New Zealand Cricket, the BlackCaps and the White Ferns.

The Ford blue oval logo will feature prominently on the domestic teams playing kit and the BlackCaps training gear.

NZC CEO Justin Vaughan says, "The positive effect of our partnership will provide benefits from the grass roots all the way through to the White Ferns and BlackCaps. We are very confident that cricket in New Zealand is in a great position to capitalise on our growing popularity and Ford’s involvement will help us achieve this."

Ford MD Trevor Auger says, "A key attraction to this sponsorship with New Zealand Cricket is the ability to be involved at all levels.