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.

Tim Southee has announced England’s tour of New Zealand starting this month will be his last in the test arena. It comes after the 35-year-old stepped down as test captain last month, with Tom Latham taking up the mantle fulltime.

Kane Williamson will once again team up with veteran seamer Tim Southee, who will retire from Test cricket after the three match-series starting in Christchurch on 28.

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 all-time highest wicket-taker Tim Southee will retire from Test cricket after the upcoming England series at Seddon Park, Hamilton.

Former New Zealand Test captain Tim Southee will retire from the format next month following the three-match series against England

New Zealand’s legendary seam bowler Tim Southee is set to retire from Test cricket at his home ground, Seddon Park in Hamilton, against England this December. Southee, however, made himself available for the World Test Championship final at Lord's in June if New Zealand qualify.