Wellington, Dec. 19 -- New Zealand Cricket (NZC) CEO Scott Weenink announced that he will step down from his post on January 30 next year due to differences with "several member associations" and the players' association regarding the "future priorities of NZC and long-term direction of the game.

In a media statement issued on NZC's official website, Scott said as quoted by ESPNCricinfo, "After careful consideration, it has become clear that I hold a different view from several member associations, and the NZCPA [New Zealand Cricket Players' Association], on the future priorities for NZC, including the long-term direction of the game and the best role for T20 cricket in New Zealand. Given these differences, I believe it is in the best in...