New Zealand paceman Tim Southee is eyeing the third test against England as his swan song in the format but will make himself available for selection if the Black Caps make the World Test Championship (WTC) final next year.

New Zealand's Tim Southee is set to make the third Test against England his final appearance in the format, marking the end of an illustrious career in Test cricket. However, he will remain available for selection if the Black Caps qualify for the World Test Championship (WTC) final next year.

New Zealand are still in the race to qualify for the final of the ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 cycle. The three-match home Test series against England will be their last in the ongoing cycle. A 3-0 win over the Three Lions will keep them in contention.

Southee said it "feels right" to sign off from Test cricket after playing the team he debuted against as a teenager

New Zealand paceman Tim Southee is eyeing the third test against England as his swan song in the format but will make himself available for selection if the Black Caps make the World Test Championship (WTC) final next year.

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New Zealand seamer Tim Southee has announced that he will retire from Test cricket following the upcoming home series against England.

After 18 years, Tim Southee announces his retirement from Test cricket, with his final match set against England. The 35-year-old acknowledges the privilege of representing New Zealand and will consider participation in upcoming white-ball series and the World Test Championship final.