Martin Guptill's father, Peter, has died after a long battle with cancer.

New Zealand opener Martin Guptill is mourning the loss of his father, Peter, who died on Sunday.

Auckland's Suburbs New Lynn cricket club confirmed stalwart Peter Guptill's death, after a battle with cancer.

Martin Guptill returned home early from his stint with Guyana Amazon Warriors in the Caribbean Premier League last week, for what was described as a family health matter.

"Peter - we salute you, you are a club legend and you will be sadly missed. RIP our dear friend," the club's posting said.

﻿Guptill emerged in first-class cricket when driving trucks for his father's company Peter Guptill Carriers.

The Black Caps star and wife Laura McGoldrick are expecting their first child, a daughter, next month.