NZ vs WI Highlights, 1st T20I
Get the score updates, ball-by-ball commentary, and highlights from the first T20I between New Zealand and West Indies, held at Eden Park in Auckland on November 5.
West Indies’ Roston Chase celebrates the wicket of New Zealand’s Mark Chapman. | Photo Credit: AFP
Match Overview
West Indies defeated New Zealand by seven runs in the opening match of their five-match T20 International series.
Teams
- New Zealand: Tim Robinson, Devon Conway (wk), Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Daryl Mitchell, Michael Bracewell, James Neesham, Mitchell Santner (c), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Jacob Duffy.
- West Indies: Shai Hope (wk) (c), Alick Athanaze, Brandon King, Roston Chase, Ackeem Auguste, Rovman Powell, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Jayden Seales.
Key Details
- New Zealand won the toss and chose to bowl first.
- The Kiwis aim to bounce back after losing two home T20I series against Australia and England.
- West Indies are coming off a 3-0 series win against Bangladesh and hope to continue their strong performance during the New Zealand tour.
Series Context
New Zealand and West Indies will contest a multi-format tour including five T20Is, three One-Day Internationals, and three Test matches.
“The Kiwis will look to turn their fortunes around under the leadership of all-rounder Mitchell Santner.”
West Indies are eager to carry their winning momentum into this tour and challenge New Zealand on home soil.
Author’s Summary
The West Indies secured a seven-run victory in the first T20I against New Zealand, setting the tone for a competitive multi-format tour across multiple venues.