New Zealand vs West Indies Series 2025
The West Indies will tour New Zealand for a multi-format cricket series starting Wednesday, November 22, 2025. The tour consists of five T20 Internationals (T20Is), three One Day Internationals (ODIs), and three Test matches.
Match Schedule
- Five T20Is kicking off the series
- Three ODIs to follow
- Three Test matches concluding the tour
Squad Updates
Both teams have announced their squads ahead of the T20I series. Notably, New Zealand’s former captain and star batsman Kane Williamson has retired from T20 Internationals to focus on Test cricket, starting with this series.
Injury concerns impact New Zealand’s lineup as Tim Seifert suffered a broken finger during a domestic match and has been ruled out of the T20 series. Mitch Hay has been called up as his replacement, while Devon Conway remains a contender for the wicketkeeping role.
Seifert’s absence is a significant blow for New Zealand’s preparations for the 2026 T20 World Cup. The 30-year-old batsman has been in excellent form this year, maintaining a batting average over fifty along with a high strike rate.
On the West Indies side, Gudakesh Motie has been omitted from the T20I squad. Matthew Forde returns after recovering from a shoulder injury sustained in August.
"Kane Williamson declared his retirement from T20Is to prioritize Test cricket, starting with the upcoming series against the West Indies."
"Tim Seifert has been ruled out after breaking his finger; Mitch Hay replaces him, with Devon Conway also competing for the wicketkeeper spot."
Summary
This series marks a crucial multi-format contest, with key squad changes influencing both teams as they prepare for major upcoming tournaments.
Author's summary: The 2025 New Zealand-West Indies series features five T20Is, three ODIs, and Tests, with notable squad changes impacting team strategies ahead of future competitions.