Overview
- New Zealand named a 14-man T20 squad for England with Mitchell Santner back from abdominal surgery to lead the side.
- Kane Williamson was left out due to what coach Rob Walter called a minor medical issue, with hopes he will be available for selection in the ODI series starting October 26.
- Pace bowler Ben Sears was ruled out after a hamstring tear in training that will require surgery.
- Rachin Ravindra returned after a facial injury, while Jimmy Neesham kept his place following strong displays against Australia.
- The T20s are set for Christchurch on October 18 and 20 before the series finale at Auckland’s Eden Park on October 23.