New Zealand will assume West Indies in the 1st International T20 of the West Indies tour of New Zealand 2025 in Eden Park, Auckland. Both teams come into this series eager to assert their dominance in the shortest format, with New Zealand aiming to improve their T20I form at home and the West Indies building on the momentum of a strong recent T20 performance.
The New Zealand team has experienced players, like the captain. Mitchell Santnerpower hitter Tim Seifertand SUVs like Daryl Mitchell and Michael Bracewell. The home team’s batting is anchored by Seifert and Devon ConwayKnown for his consistent starts and quick goals. Their bowling attack includes promising pacers. Kyle Jamieson and Jacob Duffy along with spin options in Santner and Bracewell, offering a balanced attack suitable for Eden Park conditions.
West Indies, led by hope shaiThey arrive with a lot of confidence after a clean sweep in their recent T20 series against Bangladesh. Hope is in good form, backed by explosive hitters like Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherfordand Brandon Rey which can change the look of the game with aggressive mid hits. bowlers Jayden Seales and Jason Headline providing variety, pace and control, capable of troubling New Zealand batsmen.
New Zealand vs WI, first T20I: match details
- Date and time: November 5; 11:45 am IST / 6:15 am GMT / 7:15 pm LOCAL
- Event: Eden Park, Auckland
New Zealand vs WI, head to head record (T20I)
Games played: 20 | New Zealand won: 10 | West Indies won: 5 | No results: 2 | Tie: 3
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Eden Park Presentation Report
Eden Park traditionally offers a flat field with good bounce and carry, favoring hitters and high-scoring games. The outfield is fast, so limits are expected. Teams that bat second have historically thrived here, meaning the toss could be important. The weather is expected to be clear with mild conditions, perfect for cricket.
Squads
New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (c), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zakary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Tim Seifert, Nathan Smith, Ish Sodhi.
West Indies: hope shai (c), Alick Athanaze, Ackeem Auguste, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Amir Jangoo, Brandon King, Khary Pierre, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Springer
NZ vs WI, 1st T20I: Today’s match prediction
Case 1:
- New Zealand wins the toss and bats first
- New Zealand power play score: 50-60
- New Zealand Total Score: 210-220
Case 2:
- West Indies win the toss and bat first
- West Indies power play score: 40-55
- West Indies Total Score: 190-200
Match result: The team that wins the toss will win the game.
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