IPL 2026: Matt Henry Blind ranks 10 famous New Zealanders who have worn the CSK yellow jersey

The T20 World Cup 2026 He reached his fever pitch, but outside the field, inside the “Kiwi Connection”. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) remains a topic of intense fascination. In a viral social media segment that had fans in stitches, New Zealand pacer Matt Henry CSK tackled the latest ‘Blind Sorting’ challenge by trying to order ten iconic Black caps dressed in yellow.

What started as a tactical exercise quickly turned into a hilarious battle of loyalty versus format, as Henry had to hit the slots without knowing which legend would appear next. The “blind” nature of the game forced some of New Zealand’s brightest modern stars into the cellar until the final names were announced, prompting an angry apology from the speedster.

IPL 2026: Matt Henry Blind Lists 10 New Zealand Players To Wear CSK Yellow Jersey

Top 5: Legends, winners and the ultimate architect

Henry’s strategy was immediately put to the test as he sought to secure premium places for the heavyweight divisions of New Zealand’s cricketing history. His decision in the top half of the list came from a deep respect for those who laid the foundation for the franchise’s success, favoring longevity and championship experience. The culmination of his ranking is when the man who defines his identity arrives early Chennai Super Kings appeared on screen, forcing Henry to close his list with the most influential person in franchise history.

• 1. Stephen Fleming: Henry did not hesitate for a second and crowned the current coach as the number one. “You have to put him at number one, obviously start as a player and then become a player-coach,” explained Henry Fleming as the blueprint for Kiwi success in India.
• 2. Devon Conway: The clinical opening was seconded. Henry praised Conway’s “extraordinary character”, admitting that his ability to anchor the batting at the top of the order made him an easy choice for the silver medal.
• 3. Brendon McCullum: “Baz” appeared at a time when only the number three slot was available. Henry willingly deployed the explosive former skipper, recognizing that McCullum’s aggressive intent has completely redefined the way CSK approach the Powerplay.
• 4. Scott Styris: Reminiscent of the “golden age” of the early 2010s, Henry placed Styris in fourth place. “I remember him being a part of Chennai’s winning side,” he said, praising the veteran’s ability to perform under pressure during the championship.
• 5. Tim Southee: In a show of affection for his longtime bowling partner, Henry placed him in the middle of the pack. He labeled Southee as “one of New Zealand’s greats”, although the blind format prevented him from climbing higher on the list.

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Lower Half: Tribute to coaching and Rachin Ravindra’s apology

As slots began to disappear, the ranking took a turn for the absurdly difficult. Henry found himself in the unenviable position of placing current superstars and modern-day match-winners in the bottom five simply because he ran out of room. The segment ended with Henry visibly pained by having to push some of his closest teammates and coaches down the last rungs of the ladder, leading to a hilarious moment when he realizes he may have some explaining to do when he returns to the next locker room.

• 6. Jacob Oram: With “Big Jake” now serving as bowling coach, Henry played it safe by placing him at six. “He’s the bowling coach at the moment, so I’ll put him at number one, number six below Tim,” Henry joked, clearly considering his coach’s sentiments.
• 7. Mitchell Santner: In the shock of the video, Santner finished in seven. At first, Henry panicked, realizing that he had underestimated his fellow spinner. “Mitch, you’re seven… Eight is too low for you!” he exclaimed, lamenting that the blind format had forced CSK so low.
• 8. Adam Milne: The “fast bowler’s nest” went to Milne in the eighth over. Henry was relieved to finally have a specialist on the board, although the ‘blind’ chance of a draw meant Milne would not make the top half of a competitive list.
• 9. Daryl Mitchell: Mitchell, one of the most expensive and influential players in the current squad, was forced into the ninth spot. Henry acknowledged the “brute power” he brought to the middle level, but as the board filled up, he had little choice.
• 10. Rachin Ravindra: The biggest ‘failure’ of the blind ranking saw the young sensation finish in last place. Enraged, Henry couldn’t help but laugh as he apologized to his teammate: “Sorry, Racine, for making you a 10!” He admitted that in any fair ranking, the World Cup star would be near the top.

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