Matthew Forde returns from injury and Gudakesh Motie has been left out for remedial work on his bowling action as West Indies announced their 15-member squad for the five-match T20I series against New Zealand, scheduled from November 5 to 13.

Forde, who hasn't played any cricket since July, has completed rehab following a shoulder problem. His recall comes alongside the inclusion of Shamar Springer , drafted in to strengthen a seam attack depleted by injuries to Ramon Simmons and Jediah Blades, both ruled out of the tour. Springer has two wickets from two T20Is so far, the last of which took place in October 2024. Forde has 17 wickets from 13 T20Is.

Motie, the left-arm spinner, has been omitted following what CWI described as a "recent dip in form" linked to technical issues in hi

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