The casual contracts with NZC allow players to mix and match international and franchise cricket ensuring they are not completely lost from the former. The four players named for next season are all white-ball specialists so unlikely to be in consideration for any of New Zealand’s confirmed Test matches against India, Australia and Sri Lanka.

“We’re delighted to add Finn, Lockie, Adam and Tim to our contracting programme for the next period,” selector Gavin Larsen said. “It goes without saying the talent and match-winning abilities all four players possess and we’ve seen them do just that for the Blackcaps on many occasions.

“Their skills are in demand around the world and we see that as a positive as they’re able to add to their experiences and bring those back to our environment.”

“There’s no secret the in-bound India mega-tour is of critical importance to NZC on and off the field,” Larsen added. “The tour features 10 white-ball games over 25 days, followed immediately by a block of six Tests – so we’re well aware we’ll need a deep squad, particularly in the pace-bowling department, to be at our best across the different series.”

Milne has not played for New Zealand since the middle of 2025 but had been due to feature in the T20 World Cup earlier this year before being ruled out through injury.

None of the quartet are part of New Zealand’s squad for the ODI series in West Indies which starts on Saturday with all four currently at MLC. Allen and Ferguson have not played ODIs since 2023, Milne last played one in 2024 and Seifert in 2025 when he briefly returned to the format after a six-year gap.

“My passion and motivation to play for the Blackcaps and represent our country remains as strong as ever,” Seifert said. “The casual contract allows the flexibility to play in some of the different leagues around the world, while still remaining part of the Blackcaps programme.

“The upcoming India tour to New Zealand is going to an amazing occasion and I’m certainly keen to be involved. With two ICC white-ball World Cups also on the horizon there’s plenty of exciting cricket to look forward to.”