Tim Southee to Retire from Test Cricket After England Series
The New Zealand pacer will conclude his Test career at Seddon Park, with potential availability for the World Test Championship Final.
- Tim Southee, New Zealand's leading wicket-taker across formats, announces retirement from Test cricket following the series against England.
- Southee will potentially make himself available for the World Test Championship Final if New Zealand qualifies.
- The 35-year-old fast bowler has played 104 Tests, taking 385 wickets, and is the only player with over 300 Test, 200 ODI, and 100 T20 wickets.
- The upcoming series against England will be held at Christchurch, Wellington, and Hamilton, where Southee will play his final Test match.
- New Zealand's squad for the series includes the returning Kane Williamson and newcomers Jacob Duffy and Nathan Smith.