New Zealand will once again turn their attention to the longest format when they play England in a three-game Test series after finishing their current ODI series against Sri Lanka. From November 28, December 6, and December 14, the two teams will play each other in Hamilton, Wellington, and Christchurch.
The Black Caps have some positive news ahead of the series as Kane Williamson has recovered from the groin injury that prevented him from playing in the most recent three-game Test series against India. In addition, Nathan Smith received his first call-up to the Test team.
Jacob Duffy, an uncapped pacer, has also been added to the team. Additionally, Mitchell Santner will be available for the second and third Tests but not for the first.
Sam Wells, the selector for New Zealand Cricket, took centre stage before to the series to discuss.
the significance of the England series for New Zealand in relation to the World Test Championship rankings. Additionally, he praised veteran Tim Southee’s career.
“It’s a significant series for the team in terms of the World Test Championship, and saying goodbye to Tim Southee only makes it more significant. Wells was cited as stating, “Tim has had an incredible career and will go down as one of the great Black Caps.”
“The public and the squad will undoubtedly want to offer Tim a dignified farewell in this eagerly awaited series. Nathan is excited to be included in the Test team for the first time as well.
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He continued, “I’m confident Nathan will provide a great deal of skill and energy to the group. He is an intriguing prospect with a proven first-class record.
New Zealand Test squad vs England: Tom Latham (capt), Tom Blundell, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Matt Henry, Daryl Mitchell, Will O’Rourke, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner (Tests 2 and 3), Nathan Smith, Tim Southee, Kane Williamson, Will Young
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