new zealand Dramatic win by nine runs Above west indies In the third T20I in Nelson, took a 2–1 lead in the five-match series. The match went back and forth several times, keeping both teams and fans enthralled until the final over. Romario Shepherd Threatened to script an incredible comeback with a fierce knock, but kyle jamison Maintained his composure in death. The fast bowler showed clarity and execution under pressure as he defended 12 runs in the final over. First, devon conway A crucial half-century restricted New Zealand’s innings to 177/9 in 20 overs, while the West Indies bowlers held firm in the second half. The result ensured that New Zealand retained control of the series in the next matches.
NZ vs WI: Kyle Jamieson’s cool finish seals the match
Jameson was given the responsibility of the last over as West Indies needed 12 runs to win. The situation demanded patience, control and smart variations and the tall fast bowler provided each of those qualities. He started with disciplined lines, limited space for power hitting and quickly put pressure on the set batsman.
His first four balls went for just two runs, increasing the tension on the field as the target remained out of reach. Shepherd, who had led the chase with a brilliant innings of 49, made a big effort to keep the hopes alive. Jamieson read the moment perfectly and bowled a fuller ball to Castle Shepherd and ended the resistance. The dismissal confirmed New Zealand’s victory and highlighted Jamieson’s growing influence as a reliable death over bowler. His performance complemented the earlier bowling efforts jacob duffy And Ish SodhiWho had already shaken the top and middle order of West Indies. Temper and execution under pressure was on display in the final over.
What a game!
West Indies started chasing the target, just 9 runs behind!
New Zealand remained calm and took a 2-1 lead in the series#NZvWI #NZvWI #westindies #newzealand #3rdT20I pic.twitter.com/Rbm97f10ga
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) 9 November 2025
NZ vs WI: West Indies bounce back through Romario Shepherd and Shamar Springer
West Indies were completely out of the contest after being reduced to 88/8 inside 13 overs. The collapse was due to the New Zealand attack’s disciplined bowling, fast fielding and incisive wicket-taking spells. Shepherd then took responsibility and found a capable companion Shamar SpringerTheir ninth wicket partnership changed the entire mood of the match, as the boundaries started rising and the pressure suddenly changed.
Springer supported the chase with quick scoring while Shepherd revived hopes of a strong comeback with strength and purpose. The pair added 78 invaluable runs, forcing New Zealand to rethink the strategy and adjust the length. Momentum favored the visitors for a while as the equation settled in the final overs. However, the surge was halted at a crucial moment with Springer’s dismissal in the second-last over. Shepherd was left with a difficult task, and although he fought mightily, the final over proved too demanding. This partnership was one of the most positive things for West Indies in a close defeat.
Ish Sodhi just keeps taking wickets, man!
Match winning spell of 3/34 in 4 overs 👏
Player of the match for the Kiwi spinner!#NZvWI #NZvsWI #IshSodhi #newzealand #westindies #3rdT20I pic.twitter.com/LIpgo8ez6r
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) 9 November 2025
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