After a hard-fought seven-run victory in the series opener, New Zealand stands on the brink of sealing the ODI series as they face West Indies in the second match at Napier’s McLean Park. The hosts, extending their winning streak to five ODIs, will be confident but aware of the challenge posed by a West Indies side that pushed them to the limit in the first game. The visitors must win to keep the series alive, setting the stage for another compelling contest.
New Zealand vs West Indies Win Probability
NZ vs WI Batting Tips: 2nd ODI Match
New Zealand vs West Indies, 2nd ODI Match Details
| Match | West Indies tour of New Zealand, 2025- 2nd ODI |
| Date | Wednesday, 19 November 2025 |
| Time | 06:30 AM (IST), 02:00 PM (LOCAL) |
| Venue | McLean Park, Napier |
| Live Streaming (TV) | Sony Sports Network |
| Live Streaming (Mobile) | Sony Live & Fan Code |
NZ vs WI Today Match Prediction & Analysis (Who Will Win?)
New Zealand holds a clear edge heading into this crucial match. Their winning momentum, combined with a balanced team that fired in both batting and bowling departments in the first ODI, makes them the team to beat. While West Indies showed significant fight and has the batting firepower to be dangerous, the hosts’ consistency and ability to perform under pressure on home soil give them the upper hand in what is expected to be another closely-fought encounter.
NZ vs WI Head to Head (Last 5 ODIs)
| Total Match Played | 05 |
| West Indies Won | 00 |
| New Zealand Won | 05 |
| Draw/No Result | 00 |
Teams Preview (Top Players to Watch out)
New Zealand
The Black Caps are riding high on a deep and in-form batting lineup. Daryl Mitchell’s century in the first match underscores his value, while the top order boasts reliable performers like Devon Conway and the impressive Rachin Ravindra. The bowling attack is equally potent, with Kyle Jamieson’s three-wicket haul leading the way. The combination of Matt Henry’s pace, Mitchell Santner’s control, and the all-round skills of players like Zakary Foulkes provides a well-rounded and formidable unit.
NZ Probable Playing XI-
Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Will Young, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (WK), Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (C), Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy.
Top Players to watch- Daryl Mitchell & Zakary Foulkes
West Indies
West Indies will take heart from their competitive performance in the first ODI. Sherfane Rutherford’s half-century and contributions from Shai Hope and Justin Greaves show their batting capability. Their key will be converting starts into match-winning innings. The bowling looks promising, led by the impressive Jayden Seales, who took three wickets. The team will rely on his early strikes and the supporting roles of Matthew Forde and the all-rounders to restrict a strong New Zealand batting order.
WI Probable Playing XI-
John Campbell, Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (c & wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Justin Greaves, Romario Shepherd, Matthew Forde, Shamar Springer, Jayden Seales.
Top Players to watch- Jayden Seales & Keacy Carty
NZ vs WI Weather & Pitch Report
McLean Park offers initial help to fast bowlers with swing and bounce, especially under lights. As the game progresses, the pitch settles and becomes excellent for batting with true bounce. A first-innings score of around 270 is considered competitive, and slow bowlers typically find little assistance.
The forecast for Napier indicates a mostly cloudy day with a high chance of showers in the afternoon. This could lead to a shortened match, making the toss and team strategy even more critical.
New Zealand vs West Indies Dream11 Teams
- Wicket-keeper: Tom Latham
- Batter: Daryl Mitchell (C), Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Sherfane Rutherford
- All-rounder: Mitchell Santner, Justin Greaves
- Bowler: Kyle Jamieson, Matt Henry, Jayden Seales (VC), Jacob Duffy
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