After winning the toss, West Indies opted to bat first but were bowled out for 161 in 36.2 overs. Matt Henry starred with the ball for New Zealand, claiming four wickets for 43 runs, while fellow seamers Kyle Jamieson, Jacob Duffy, and Zak Foulkes shared the remaining four wickets. The West Indies innings saw no significant partnerships, with Roston Chase top-scoring with 38 off 51 balls and John Campbell contributing 26. Lower-order efforts from Khary Pierre (22 not out) offered minimal resistance.
Chasing 162, New Zealand’s innings was anchored by Mark Chapman, who scored 64, and Michael Bracewell, who remained unbeaten on 40, guiding the hosts to a comfortable victory with eight wickets in hand. The win not only sealed the match but also capped an undefeated series for New Zealand.
This triumph extends New Zealand’s impressive record in home ODIs, having lost only two matches since 2020. The team has now won 11 consecutive home series, second only to South Africa, which has achieved 17.
The series highlighted New Zealand’s balanced approach, with a potent bowling attack complemented by aggressive and efficient batting. The hosts’ seamers, in particular, exploited early conditions to dismantle the opposition, ensuring the series was never in doubt.
With this victory, New Zealand continues to assert their dominance in home conditions, sending a clear message ahead of upcoming international fixtures. Their combination of consistent bowling performances and measured batting has reinforced their position among the top ODI sides globally.
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