David White has been named as New Zealand Cricket's new chief executive to take over from the departing Justin Vaughan, and it will fuel speculation the national body are considering relocating to Auckland.
White has considerable experience in sports administration as a former Auckland Rugby and Blues' chief executive as well as Wellington Rugby and the Hurricanes.
He recently returned to New Zealand after three years in England, as CEO of Bristol Rugby, to work on the Rugby World Cup. Although most of his experience is in rugby, White played cricket for Northern Districts for 15 years and he also sits on the board of the New Zealand Cricket Players' Association.
"The board of NZC is delighted to have secured the services of such an experienced sports administrator as David,'' NZC chairman Chris Moller said. "In addition, it is a bonus that David has represented New Zealand in cricket and played for Northern Districts for 15 years, including being captain for two seasons.''
White will be based at Lincoln, although his family will continue to live in Auckland.
