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Jacob Duffy’s brilliant bowling leads New Zealand to a spectacular series win over West Indies in the 5th T20I, fans rejoice

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In an impressive all-round performance, new zealand Defeated west indies An eight-wicket win in the fifth and final T20I at the University Oval concluded the 2025 West Indies tour with a 3-1 series win. After the fourth T20 match was washed out due to rain, the hosts ensured there were no surprises, and chased down the impressive target after a disciplined bowling performance. jacob duffy Once again emerged as the hero, taking four wickets and winning both Player of the Match and Player of the Series honours.

Jacob Duffy demolishes West Indies as visitors skittle out 140

After winning the toss and electing to bowl, New Zealand attacked early and early. Duffy played a strong opening innings, dismissing key batsmen and shaking the West Indies’ top order. His spell of 4 wickets for 35 runs in four overs proved decisive as the Caribbean team failed to build momentum.

The visitors faced brief resistance Roston Chase (32 out of 38) and Romario Shepherd (36 off 22), both of whom played vital roles in the middle order to take West Indies to a competitive total. shy hopeSmall but explosive 5 of 11 and jason holderA steady 20 gave the innings some shape, but regular wickets derailed their plans.

New Zealand’s bowlers fulfilled their responsibility well. Jimmy Neesham Whereas, 2/31 was included with kyle jamison, Michael Bracewell, Ish Sodhi And michel santner Took one wicket each. West Indies were all out for 140 runs in 18.4 overs, putting the hosts in control.

Tim Robinson and Devon Conway lay the foundation for easy chase

New Zealand’s response was calm, calculated and confident. Tim Robinson Gave initial momentum to the target by scoring 45 runs in 24 balls with the help of five fours and three sixes. His partnership with devon conway Set the tone, making sure the required rate is never an issue.

Conway led the innings with an unbeaten 47 off 42 and played a steadying role while rotating the strike with ease. Rachin Ravindra added a quickfire 21 before Mark Chapman finished things off in style with 21 off 13 balls with two sixes.

The host team achieved the target in 15.4 overs and easily won the match by eight wickets. West Indies bowlers struggled to create pressure Shamar Springer (1/8) and Shepherd (1/21) were the only wicket-takers.

Throughout the series, Duffy remained an outstanding performer taking 10 wickets in 5 matches and rightly earning the title of Player of the Series. Now with the T20 series over, the focus has turned to the ODI leg of the tour. The opening match will be played at the Hagley Oval on November 16, where both teams will aim to reset and regroup for the longer white ball format.

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