New Zealand Cricket would like to see more one day cricket at the Basin Reserve.

Chief executive David White says lights are crucial as part of the proposed $21 million upgrade to the ground, to allow games to be played at night for international TV audiences.

White addressed Wellington City councillors yesterday, to give an oral submission on the draft Long Term Plan, and says that would be money well spent on what's probably New Zealand's most famous test ground.

"I think its been in the past voted one of the top 10 test grounds in the world, so I think it's very good also for New Zealand as well, because it presents beautifully on television. It's a great image for New Zealand."

White says the value of boutique stadiums like the Basin are becoming more apparent.

"It's important for the players and for the way it presents on television and the experience for the fans, that we're playing in front of full houses and it's capacity, 9000, it's a nice number."

White adds Westpac Stadium still remains important to the organisation, and is perfect for hosting larger international games.

The head of New Zealand Cricket says the Basin Reserve is key to the future of the country's game, and given there will be more days of international cricket over the next three years, good venues are critical.