New Zealand announces ODI squad for West Indies series, Fisher receives maiden call-up
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 9:28 AM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
New Zealand has named a 16-man squad for the upcoming five-match ODI series against the West Indies, beginning July 11 in Guyana. Fast bowler Matt Fisher has earned his first ODI call-up, while Jacob Duffy returns after a break for family reasons. Mitchell Santner will captain the side, which has seen several key players rested due to personal commitments. The squad aims to replicate the success of their 2022 series in the Caribbean, where they achieved their first-ever ODI series win against the West Indies. The opening matches are scheduled for July 11, 13, and 16, followed by two games in Bridgetown, Barbados on July 19 and 21.
- •New Zealand's ODI series against West Indies starts on July 11 in Guyana.
- •Matt Fisher earns his first ODI call-up; Jacob Duffy returns from family leave.
- •Mitchell Santner will captain the squad with several key players rested.
- •Nineteen-year-old Jayden Lennox is included after his debut series against India.
- •Recent players like Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra are unavailable for various reasons.
- 9:28 AMYahoo Sports — Matt Fisher earns maiden ODI call-up as Jacob Duffy returns for New Zealand's West Indies tour
"New Zealand have unveiled a 16-man squad for their upcoming five-match ODI series against the West Indies, commencing July 11 in Guyana. Fast bowler Matt Fisher earns his maiden ODI call-up, while Jacob Duffy returns after a family break. Mitchell Santner will captain the side, which sees key players rested or unavailable due to personal commitments. The BLACKCAPS aim to build on their historic 2022 Caribbean success.
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