Key Players Missing as New Zealand Announce Squad for West Indies Series
New Zealand have unveiled their 14-player squad for the upcoming five-match T20I series at home against the West Indies, which will serve as vital preparation for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup next year.
Injury Concerns Hit New Zealand
Several key players are unavailable due to injury. Finn Allen (foot), Lockie Ferguson (hamstring), Adam Milne (ankle), Glenn Phillips (groin), and Ben Sears (hamstring) are all sidelined. Fast bowler Kyle Jamieson and spinner Ish Sodhi are among those included in the lineup for the series starting Wednesday in Auckland.
Leadership Changes and Squad Additions
Former captain Kane Williamson will not feature after confirming his retirement from T20 internationals on Sunday. All-rounder Mitchell Santner will lead the team once again as they build toward next year’s tournament in India and Sri Lanka.
Uncapped pacer Nathan Smith has been named and could make his T20I debut, while fast bowler Matt Henry has been rested to focus on the upcoming ODI and Test series against the Caribbean side.
Coach Rob Walter’s Outlook
“It’s great to have five opportunities to take on a dangerous side like the West Indies,” said New Zealand coach Rob Walter.
He emphasized that this will be the team’s final series before the T20 World Cup, highlighting its importance in fine-tuning their strategies and combinations.
Summary
New Zealand’s T20 squad for the West Indies series blends experience and fresh talent as the team looks to sharpen form before the 2026 T20 World Cup.
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