NZ vs WI, 3rd T20I Match Prediction: Who will win today’s game between New Zealand and West Indies?

Five-match T20I series between new zealand and this west indies Saxton Oval is all set for the third encounter in Nelson as both sides look to take the lead in the crucial series after leveling the scores at 1-1. New Zealand displayed great character to bounce back from the series-opening defeat with a thrilling win in the second T20I, setting the stage for a decisive clash.

New Zealand displayed resilience and tactical acumen in the second T20I, led by michel santnerEspecially the restrained leadership and contribution of his all-rounders. mark chapmanWho played a brilliant inning of 78 runs. After falling behind in the last match, West Indies would like to make a strong comeback. shy hopeThe captaincy has been commendable, but the Caribbean team will expect more consistency from the top-order players

NZ vs WI, 3rd T20I: Match Details

• date and time: 9 November; 05:45am IST / 12:15am GMT / 1:15pm local
• venue: Saxton Oval, Nelson

New Zealand vs West Indies, head-to-head record (T20I)

Matches played: 22 | New Zealand won: 11 | West Indies won: 6 | No results: 2 | tie: 3

saxton oval pitch report

The pitch at Saxton Oval generally offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. Batsmen may enjoy playing strokes once they concentrate, but spinners and seamers who vary their pace effectively are of assistance, especially as the match progresses. The average first innings score here hovers around 160-170, making it ideal for teams to bat first and put pressure on the scoreboard. It is expected that the captain may prefer to chase the target on this ground.

Also read: Fans go wild as Mark Chapman’s explosive innings lights up Eden Park in New Zealand vs West Indies 2nd T20I

squads

New Zealand: Mitchell Santner (captain), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zackary Foulkes, Kyle Jamieson, Daryl Mitchell, Jimmy Neesham, Rachin Ravindra, Tim Robinson, Mitchell Hay, Nathan Smith, Ish Sodhi.

West Indies: Shai Hope (captain), Alick Athanazé, Akeem Auguste, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Amir Zangu, Brandon King, Khary Pierre, Rovman Powell, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd, Shamar Springer.

NZ vs WI, 3rd T20I: Today’s match prediction

Case 1:

• New Zealand won the toss and bowled first
• West Indies Powerplay Score: 40-50
• West Indies’ total score: 170-180

Case 2:

• West Indies won the toss and batted first
• New Zealand Powerplay Score: 50-60
• New Zealand’s total score: 180-190

Match result: The team bowling first wins the competition.

Also read: West Indies registered a thrilling win over New Zealand in the first T20 match due to the fear of Mitchell Santner.