Taylor wants to change 'culture' of Black Caps

Ross Taylor says the "team culture" of the Black Caps will change with him at the helm.

It was announced earlier today that the opening batsman will take over from Daniel Vettori a

s captain of the Black Caps, instead of wicketkeeper Brendon McCullum.

A former Black Cap has told ONE News that unsuccessful candidate McCullum is part of a "drinking culture" enjoyed by 70% of the team.

That 70% wanted McCullum as captain, it was claimed.

Taylor himself said today that the "team culture is going to change a little bit with myself as captain".

Taylor's squeaky clean image made him the logical replacement for Daniel Vettori as Black Caps skipper.

But according to New Zealand cricket boss Justin Vaughan, no drinking culture exists.

"I mean people who are speculating are speculating from the outside. I mean really to try and push that type of rumour and innuendo is quite irresponsible," he said.

The former Black Cap today said McCullum will not take this announcement well and even said the 57 test veteran will become a divisive figure in the team.

McCullum declined to be interviewed saying in a text "he'll gather his thoughts for a few days."