CLT20 Qualifier 3: Otago Volts vs Kandurata Maroons - Five players to watch out for

Michael Bracewell (Batsman, Otago Volts)

FILE PHOTO: Michael Bracewell of the Otago Volts bats during the one day semi final match between Auckland and Otago at Colin Maiden Park on February 9, 2011 in Auckland, New Zealand.

Hailing from a rather impressive cricketing pedigree – his uncles John and Brendon, and cousin Doug played for the Black Caps at the international level – the left-handed Michael Bracewell is a fine addition to the Volts’ squad.

Young, energetic and enthusiastic, Bracewell is an aggressive player who bats much like his idol, the former Aussie wicket-keeper Adam Gilchrist.

After Brendon McCullum and Derek de Boorder, the 22-year-old is the third glovesman in the squad, and has played a pivotal role in his side’s run to the HRV Cup title in 2013.

His innings of 63 against Auckland in March this year highlighted his growing maturity and importance to this side, and the Volts will look to him for a thunderous innings down the order if required.