Jayden Lennox's 5-Wicket Haul Seals It for New Zealand
New Zealand have won by 5 wickets. West Indies batted first and posted 138/10 in 36 overs. New Zealand chased down 139 in just 32.4 overs.
West Indies struggled through their innings, losing wickets at regular intervals. John Campbell top-scored with 43 off 41 balls (SR 105), but lacked support from the other end. The powerplay yielded 28 runs — early wickets put them under pressure from the start.
In the chase, Tom Latham anchored the innings with 37 off 61 balls. It was a measured knock that kept New Zealand on track despite losing wickets around him.
With the ball, Jayden Lennox delivered figures of 5/19 in 8 overs (Econ 2.4). A match-defining spell that tore through the batting order.
With the series level at 1-1, the next match promises to be an absolute cracker.
The Turning Point
The match was effectively decided in the first innings itself. Losing 10 wickets for just 138 put West Indies on the back foot from the start, and the chase was never in doubt.
Key Performers
43 off 41 balls (SR 105), 4 fours, 1 sixes
5/19 in 8 overs (Econ: 2.38)
37* off 61 balls (SR 61), 2 fours, 0 sixes
Verdict
New Zealand showed composure when it mattered most and deserve this victory. West Indies will rue missed opportunities — a 5 wickets deficit could have been avoided with sharper execution in the key moments. With the series level at 1-1, the next match promises to be an absolute cracker.