NZ vs WI T20 2025 series starts Nov 5 at Eden Park Auckland. Get live scores, match schedule, squad updates & fixtures for all 5 T20Is.
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| New Zealand T20 Squad (NZ) | West Indies T20 Squad (WI) |
| Mitchell Santner (C) | Shai Hope (C, WK) |
| Michael Bracewell | Alick Athanaze |
| Mark Chapman | Ackeem Auguste |
| Devon Conway (WK) | Roston Chase |
| Jacob Duffy | Matthew Forde |
| Zak Foulkes | Jason Holder |
| Kyle Jamieson | Akeal Hosein |
| Daryl Mitchell | Amir Jangoo (WK) |
| Jimmy Neesham | Brandon King |
| Rachin Ravindra | Khary Pierre |
| Tim Robinson | Rovman Powell |
| Tim Seifert (WK) | Sherfane Rutherford |
| Nathan Smith | Jayden Seales |
| Ish Sodhi | Romario Shepherd |
| Shamar Springer |
upcoming match
| Match | Date | Venue |
| 1st T20I | November 5, 2025 | Eden Park, Auckland |
| 2nd T20I | November 6, 2025 | Eden Park, Auckland |
| 3rd T20I | November 9, 2025 | Saxton Oval, Nelson |
| 4th T20I | November 10, 2025 | Saxton Oval, Nelson |
| 5th T20I | November 13, 2025 | University Oval, Dunedin |
Get ready for an electrifying display of T20 cricket as New Zealand prepares to host the West Indies for a five-match series in November 2025. This highly-anticipated clash promises a brilliant contrast of styles: the high-octane, boundary-hitting brilliance of the Caribbean Kings against the disciplined, all-round tactical strength of the Blackcaps.
This tour holds significant importance, particularly for the West Indies, who are keen to fine-tune their squad ahead of the next T20 World Cup. They arrive with a side that blends powerful hitting with reliable bowling options. Skipper Shai Hope will be looking to lead from the front, marshalling a team known for their explosive, game-changing moments. The inclusion of returning all-rounder Matthew Forde also adds considerable depth and dynamism to their pace attack and batting line-up.
For the hosts, New Zealand, the series is a crucial final dress rehearsal on home soil before the global tournament. They step onto the field under the leadership of Mitchell Santner, navigating a squad that has seen a few notable absences due to injury. However, the return of strike bowler Kyle Jamieson and experienced leg-spinner Ish Sodhi provides a significant boost, offering the bowling unit both pace and guile. Coach Rob Walter has stressed that this is an invaluable opportunity to experiment with combinations and solidify their best XI.
The battle for supremacy will kick off in Auckland, where the small boundaries and fast pitches favour aggressive stroke play. As the series moves to Nelson and Dunedin, we can expect a different challenge, demanding more strategic application from the batters and clever variations from the bowlers.
With both teams viewing this series as a critical step in their World Cup preparations, expect no quarter to be given. It’s a true test of nerve and skill, setting the stage for a spectacular month of cricket where Caribbean flair meets Kiwi grit. The action starts soon—don’t blink!
