New Zealand vs West Indies, 1st T20I Live Streaming
Match Overview
The first T20I of the five-match series between New Zealand and West Indies will take place in Auckland, as the teams prepare for the Men's T20 World Cup 2026.
Team News
New Zealand will miss their primary wicketkeeper-batter Tim Seifert due to an injury sustained while playing for Northern Districts in the Ford Trophy. He was hit on the finger, and an X-ray later revealed a fracture to his right index finger. Mitch Hay, the Canterbury wicketkeeper-batter, has been called up to replace him.
Kyle Jamieson and Ish Sodhi have returned to the New Zealand squad. Kane Williamson is not part of the selection as he has retired from T20 cricket.
West Indies aims to continue their strong form following their recent T20I series victory over Bangladesh.
Match Details
- Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
- Venue: Eden Park, Auckland
- Start Time: 11:45 AM IST
"The hosts will be without their first-choice wicket-keeper Tim Seifert in the series opener."
"A subsequent X-ray confirmed a fracture to Seifert's right index finger."
Author's summary: New Zealand begin their T20 series against West Indies without Tim Seifert due to injury, with crucial preparations underway ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup.