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June 25, 2025

New Zealand men set for blockbuster home summer against top nations

New Zealand men set for blockbuster home summer against top nations
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The men's cricket team in New Zealand is preparing a stacked home summer with Australia, England, West Indies, and South Africa all touring in all forms, one of the most challenging international programs in the team's history.

Future matches will feature a complete set of home series against West Indies (including two Tests, three ODIs, and five T20Is next season, from November 2025 to December 2025. This will be followed by a five-match T20I series against Australia in October 2025 that doubles as both entertainment and preparation for the 2026 T20 World Cup

NZC Chief Executive David White confirmed plans to schedule nine double-header days, combining men's and women's fixtures to boost attendance and streamline travel. All matches will be broadcast free-to-air on TVNZ channels, highlighting a push to make cricket accessible nationwide. This series will also be available to watch globally on various platforms such as Tapmad.

With high-profile series against global powers and a clearer path to the WTC, New Zealand’s summer promises high drama and competitive cricket. Hosting top-tier nations back-to-back is designed to challenge the Black Caps—both on-field and in drawing crowds.

Squad Updates

  • Veteran Tim Southee had planned to retire after the England Tests, but could stay on if New Zealand reach the WTC Final.
     
  • Injured stars like Kane Williamson are expected back for key home Tests.

Fresh talent, including uncapped pacemen Jacob Duffy and Nathan Smith, may join the mix for the England series.


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