The West Indies will tour New Zealand for a multi-format cricket series starting from November 22, 2025. The tour will feature five T20 Internationals (T20Is), three One Day Internationals (ODIs), and three Test matches.
Both teams have announced their squads ahead of the T20I series.
"New Zealand’s ace batsman and former captain Kane Williamson declared his retirement from T20Is. He has underlined his commitment to playing Test cricket, starting with the series against the West Indies next month."
New Zealand's Tim Seifert is ruled out of the T20 series after suffering a broken finger during a domestic match on Monday. Mitch Hay replaces Seifert in the squad, while Devon Conway remains a contender for wicketkeeping duties.
"Seifert’s absence is a setback for New Zealand as they prepare for the 2026 T20 World Cup. He has been in excellent form this year, maintaining a batting average over fifty and a strong strike rate."
West Indies made a notable change by excluding Gudakesh Motie from the T20I squad. Matthew Forde returns after recovering from a shoulder injury sustained in August.
The upcoming series is set to provide exciting cricket across all formats as both teams gear up for key international events ahead.
Summary: This 2025 series between New Zealand and West Indies will offer a thrilling mix of T20, ODI, and Test matches, with major squad updates and retirements shaping the contests.