New Zealand is hosting West Indies for a five-match T20I series. West Indies recently swept Bangladesh 3-0 in their series on Bangladesh's home soil.
Following their victory against Bangladesh, Shai Hope's West Indies prepare to face Mitchell Santner's New Zealand. Both teams aim to sharpen their skills ahead of the men's T20 World Cup.
The Kiwi side will be without Tim Seifert, who has been replaced by Mitch Hay for this series.
Details on live telecast and live streaming platforms for the New Zealand vs West Indies 1st T20I will be shared closer to the match date, including options for viewers in India.
The teams are finalizing their squads for this opening T20I match, with key players expected to feature as part of their World Cup preparations.
"Shai Hope's West Indies are all set to play a five-match T20I series against Mitchell Santner's New Zealand."
Author's summary: New Zealand and West Indies kick off a pivotal five-match T20I series as both sides prepare for the upcoming men's T20 World Cup, with some key player changes and strong recent form motivating the teams.