New Zealand took their advantage at home by a convincing five wickets In the West In the second ODI at McLean Park, Napier took an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Despite a sensational century from the West Indies captain Shai UmidThe hosts led a chase Devon Consway and Rachin RavindraTo close the match with 33 balls.
Shai Umid Masterclass Raises West Indies Competitively
Sent into bat after being selected to bowl to New Zealand, the West Indies found themselves in early trouble as the top order struggled to settle. John Campbell (4 off 17) and Keacy Carty (7 off 12) while being cheap Ackeem August (22 off 31) appeared promising before being dismissed.
But in a slump, hope stood tall with a magnificent 109 off just 69 deliveries. The West Indies Skipper bounced off a flurry of innings, 13 fours and 4 sixes, 4 of which enlivened the innings. It found short support Sherfane Rutherford (13), Justin Greaves (22), Romario Shepherd (22) and Matthew Ford (21).
For New Zealand, Nathan Smith He was a standout performer with figures of 4/42, timely breakthroughs. Kyle Jamieson while on chip with 3/44 Mitchell cross and According to the brain each took a wicket.
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Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra Anchor New Zealand win
Chasing a revised target of 248, New Zealand got off to a flying start Devon Conswayfluent viewers from the start. 90’s 84 balls consist of sixes that define 13 boundaries and six platforms. Rachin Ravindra Launching five sixes in an aggressive display, the 46th gave strong support with 56 off 46.
The hosts had a minor stumble with a quick dismissal He will be young (11) and Markal (0), but Tom Latham29 were followed continuously from year 39 onwards. Mitchell cross (34 off 15) He then applied the finishing touches, including two sixes that highlighted the game.
West Indies bowlers were struggling for consistency Matthew Forde, Jayden Seals, Justin Greaves, Roston chaseand Shamar springer Picking up a wicket each but containing New Zealand’s momentum.
With seven runs in the first Odi and now five wicket wins, New Zealand took the series 2-0. The focus will now turn to the final match at Seddon Park on Saturday, with the hosts aiming for a clean sweep while the West Indies look to salvage pride.
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