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Southee to miss West Indies Test

Tim Southee will miss New Zealand's first Test against West Indies as he awaits the birth of his second child.

Black Caps coach Mike Hesson confirmed the swing bowler would be absent for the match in Wellington, which begins on Friday.

Lockie Ferguson and Matt Henry are in contention to replace the 28-year-old for the first of two Test matches with the Windies.

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