New Zealand bowls first; West Indies select Shimron Hetmyer for return
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 6:36 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
In a key matchup, New Zealand has opted to bowl first against West Indies on July 16, 2026. The West Indies have welcomed back Shimron Hetmyer into the playing XI after a significant layoff. Keemo Paul also makes a return to the lineup, adding experience to the West Indies' side. As play unfolds, both teams will be looking to establish a strong position in the early stages of the match.
- •New Zealand chose to bowl first after winning the toss.
- •Shimron Hetmyer returns to the West Indies lineup.
- •Keemo Paul is also back in the playing XI.
- •The match is taking place on July 16, 2026.
- 6:36 PMESPNcricinfo — New Zealand bowl; West Indies bring in Shimron Hetmyer after long layoff
"Keemo Paul was another familiar facing making a return to the XI
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