Tim Southee, New Zealand's legendary seam bowler, has announced that he will retire from Test cricket on his home ground in Hamilton next month, at the conclusion of England's tour of New Zealand.

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

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.

The final Test is scheduled to take place at his home ground, Seddon Park in Hamilton, further adding to the significance of the moment.

New Zealand pacer Tim Southee, 35, announces his retirement from Test cricket before the series against England, citing the end of an exhilarating period. With a remarkable 770 international wickets,

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.

Tim Southee has announced retirement from Test cricket and is set to play his career's final Test in the upcoming New Zealand vs England series at his home ground, Seddon Park, in December.

Despite retiring from Test cricket, Southee has confirmed his availability for the 2025 ICC World Test Championship final at Lord's in June if New Zealand qualify. In his retirement announcement, Southee said representing New Zealand was his childhood dream.

Southee said the three Tests against England would be his last in red-ball cricket unless the side qualified for the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final.