New Zealand vs West Indies 4th T20I Preview
The fourth T20 International between New Zealand and West Indies will take place at Saxton Oval, Nelson, on Monday, November 10, as part of a five-match series.
Match Context and Series Status
New Zealand aims to secure an unassailable lead in the series after winning the 2nd and 3rd matches. The West Indies, after losing the first T20I by just seven runs at Eden Park, are looking to level the series before the final game.
Weather and Pitch Conditions
There is a good chance of rain at Saxton Oval, which could influence the match conditions.
Previous Meeting at Saxton Oval
In their last encounter at the same venue, New Zealand posted 177 runs, highlighted by Devon Conway’s 56 off 34 balls, Daryl Mitchell’s 41 off 24, Tim Robinson’s 23 off 21, and Rachin Ravindra’s quick 26 off 15.
West Indies were bowled out for 168 in 19.5 overs. Ish Sodhi earned the man of the match with figures of 3/43, supported by Jacob Duffy’s 3/36.
Key Players
- New Zealand: Mitchell Santner leading the team to back-to-back wins after the first loss.
- West Indies: Facing a must-win situation to stay in the series.
- Bowling Highlights: Ish Sodhi and Jacob Duffy were instrumental in restricting the West Indies previously.
"It is do or die for the West Indies and victory for New Zealand on the other side of the 40 overs to be played at the Saxton Oval, where the visitors lost by 9 runs previously."
Author’s summary: New Zealand seeks to extend their lead against the West Indies in a rain-affected match at Saxton Oval, with the visitors desperate to avoid falling further behind in the series.