The five-match T20I series in between New Zealand and In the West Both sides are perfectly set for the third encounter at SAXTON Oval, Nelson, as both sides take on a vital series lead after leveling the scores at 1-1. New Zealand showed great character to bounce back from a series opening defeat with a win, setting the stage for what promises to be a thrilling clash in the second T20I.
New Zealand showed tactical sharpness in the second T20I, the second T20I in charge Mitchell crossIn particular, comprehensive guidance and contributions MarkalPlaying a magnificent knock of 78 runs. The Windies will look to bounce back shortly after in the final match. Shai UmidThe captaincy was commendable but the Caribbean will expect more consistency from the top order
NZ vs Wi, 3rd T20I: Match details
- Date and time: November 9; 05:45 AM ist / 12:15 AM GMT / 1:15 PM Local
- Location: Saxton Oval, Nelson
Nz vs wi head to head record (t20is)
Matches played: 22 | New Zealand won: 11 | West Indies Won: 6 | No results: 2 | tie: 3rd
Saxton Oval Pitch report
The Saxton Oval pitch generally presents a balanced contest between bat and ball. Fighters can enjoy the batting game once they get their eyeballs, but they find the pace-changing and fast-changing departments especially helpful as the match progresses. The average first innings score here hovers around 160-170, making it ideal for the team to apply bat and scoreboard pressure first. Captains are expected to prefer chasing in this space.
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Teams
New Zealand: Mitchell Santner, MACKEL BRACELL, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Jimmy Neesham, Tim Robinson, Mitchell Hay, Nathan Sodhi, Ish Sodhi.
West Indies: Shai Umid (c), Alick Athanaze, Ackeem Auguste, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Jason Sahibi, Amar Jangoo, Khary Pierre, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seable, Shamar Spreper, Shamar Shepherd.
NZ vs Wi, 3rd T20I: Today’s Match Prediction
Case 1:
- New Zealand win the toss and bowl first
- West Indies PowerPlay Score: 40-50
- West Indies Total Score: 170-180
Case 2:
- West Indies win the toss and bat first
- New Zealand PowerPlay Score: 50-60
- New Zealand Total Score: 180-190
Match Result: Team bowling first to win the competition.
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