New Zealand is hosting West Indies for a five-match T20I series. The West Indies recently secured a 3-0 series win against Bangladesh in their home series.
Shai Hope's West Indies, fresh off their victory in Bangladesh, face Mitchell Santner's New Zealand side. Both teams are using the series as preparation for the upcoming men's T20 World Cup.
Details on the player squads for both New Zealand and West Indies for the 1st T20I match.
“After defeating Bangladesh in their own backyard, Shai Hope's West Indies are all set to play a five-match T20I series against Mitchell Santner's New Zealand.”
“The Kiwis will have to operate without Tim Seifert. The Kiwis have called on Mitch Hay as Seifert's replacement.”
Author's summary: The New Zealand vs West Indies 1st T20I marks a crucial contest, with both teams shaping squads and strategies ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup.